In an effort to break Google’s monopoly on the search engine industry, Attorney General Mayes, state attorneys general, and the Justice Department have recommended a number of measures. This campaign is being supported by a bipartisan collection of states, indicating a unified front against anti-competitive behaviors. Mayes said, “By ending Google’s illegal monopoly, we can...
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Quick-Thinking Bus Driver and Students Injured as School Bus Dodges Pickup Truck in Portage County
Yesterday morning, a Portage County school bus abruptly swerved off the road to avoid a pickup truck that was approaching from the opposite lane. The Southeast Local School District bus was heading northwest on Scotts Corners Road in Palmyra Township when the incident happened, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, as reported by WKYC....
Atlanta’s Heart of Giving as the 13th Annual Blanket Atlanta with Love Drive Warms Up Fulton County
Atlanta is providing something milder this year, whereas San Francisco is known for its fog and sea winds. A heartwarming demonstration of community solidarity took place in Fulton County as the city embraces the giving spirit of the holiday season. This tradition has been affecting lives and navigating the streets for the past thirteen years....
General Motors Celebrates 70 Years in Arlington with “The Heartbeat of Arlington” Documentary Premiere
General Motors recently commemorated its 70th anniversary at its assembly plant in Arlington, which the locals refer to as “The American Dream City,” marking an important milestone in the company’s long-standing association with the city. A documentary called “The Heartbeat of Arlington,” which offered an intimate look into the history and impact of the carmaker...
Indianapolis Organizations Rally Against Overdose Deaths with Direct Outreach in Affected Zip Code
In response to a concerning uptick in overdose deaths in the 46201 zip code, community organizations in Indianapolis have teamed together. The Marion County Public Health Department, Damien Center, Overdose Lifeline, and Step Up, Inc. recently joined together to try to address this issue directly through proactive outreach. 383 overdose deaths occurred in Indianapolis between...
Oregon Pioneers Eco-Revolution with New Plastic Pollution and Recycling Act
Oregon is stepping up its recycling game, which is great news for both eco-warriors and eco-curious people. Rules for the recently enacted Plastic Pollution and Recycling Modernization Act have been released by the Environmental Quality Commission, which makes decisions for the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. By expanding the scope of recycling services, improving facilities...
Port of Oakland Secures $50 Million Federal Grant for Modernization to Accommodate Ultra Large Container Vessels
Large sums of money will be given to the Port of Oakland to update its terminal facilities. In order to better serve the newest giants of the sea, the U.S. Department of Transportation Maritime Administration (MARAD) has awarded a $50 million grant for improvements to wharves and terminal facilities. Regularly berthing along the West Coast,...
Baltimore’s Joshua Blackston Breaks New Ground as First City Public Schools Student Chosen for Elite Under Armour All-America Team
A seemingly ordinary day was about to change Joshua Blackston’s life. Known for his offensive lineman prowess, the senior from Dunbar High School was recently honored as the first student from Baltimore City Public Schools to be selected to the Under Armour All-America High School Football team. WMAR2 News reports that the news was made...
NYPD Seeks Public’s Help to Apprehend Suspect in Brooklyn Stabbing Incident
The search for a suspect in a recent Brooklyn assault has gotten more intense, and the New York Police Department is asking for help from the public. An unidentified person approached a victim earlier this month, brandishing a knife, and then stabbed him in the left thigh, according to the NYPD 94th Precinct. As investigations...
Indianapolis Officer Charged With Voyeurism, Misconduct for Secretly Filming Encounters While on Duty
After it was discovered that Shane Decker, an officer with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, had recorded sexual encounters without the women’s consent while on duty and in full uniform, he was charged with a number of felonies, including voyeurism and official misconduct. The evidence was found on a flash drive that was left in...