California Heads For Showdown With Trump EPA Over Fuel-Efficiency Standards
The Trump administration announced plans Thursday to freeze fuel-efficiency standards on cars and trucks by 2020. They argue the move will keep car prices lower and improve safety.
In The Wake Of Charlottesville, Journalist Begins ‘Documenting Hate’ In America
A.C. Thompson warns that white power groups in the U.S. increasingly view themselves as paramilitary organizations. His reporting is featured in a new FRONTLINE and ProPublica investigation.
Ivanka Trump: Family Separations Were A ‘Low Point’
The president’s daughter said she’s “vehemently against” separating families, while adding that she’s concerned about policies that encourage parents to send children on dangerous journeys.
White House Proposal Rolls Back Fuel Economy Standards, No Exception For California
Government agencies have released a proposal to freeze fuel economy and emissions requirements for six years. The proposed rules would also block California from setting its own, higher standards.
Solving The ‘Wage Puzzle’: Why Aren’t Paychecks Growing?
The job market is booming and the economy is expanding. So why aren’t wages keeping pace? That’s the wage puzzle, and some economists and employers offer explanations they say help explain it.
New Law In Idaho Targets Slow Drivers
It’s now against the law in Idaho to drive too slowly. Since the law passed last month, at least two drivers have been cited for creeping along in the passing lane.
California’s Gov. Brown: Wildfires Are Evidence Of Changing Climate ‘In Real Time’
According to Cal Fire, firefighters are battling 19 major blazes in the state, as Gov. Jerry Brown says it has become an unfortunate “part of our ordinary experience.”
DeVos Family Money Is All Over The News Right Now
Family separation, the Supreme Court on public-sector unions, the Kavanaugh nomination: All are linked, through donations, to the billionaire family of the education secretary.
Some Fire Evacuees Refused To Be Separated From Their Pets
People escaping the Carr fire in northern California didn’t want to part with their pets. So a separate shelter opened up for people and their pets.
Anti-Violence Protesters To Shut Down Chicago’s Lake Shore Drive
Protesters plan to close a portion of the busy roadway Thursday as part of an anti-violence march to Wrigley Field. The group says it wants the mayor and police superintendent to resign.
Mo. Secretary Of State On Mitigating Cyberattacks Ahead Of Midterms
Noel King talks to Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft about threats to the state’s elections system, and how the state plans to keep the midterm election secure.
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