A bill has been introduced by a coalition of Democratic lawmakers in Wyoming, which aims to affirm the right to obtain an abortion before the fetus reaches viability or in order to safeguard the woman’s health. A new bill, known as House Bill 0076 or the Reproductive Freedom Act, was recently introduced on January 22nd. This date holds significance as it marks the anniversary of the landmark Roe v. Wade decision by the U.S. Supreme Court in 1973. In a significant turn of events, the decision was reversed during the summer of 2022. As a result, federal protections for abortion...
‘WHAO’ Signs in a Utah Town Show Cowboy Spirit, but Can’t Happen in Wyoming
Alton, Utah has a strong connection to agriculture and is home to multi-generation ranching families. The road signs in this town would surely be appreciated by residents of Wyoming, as they reflect the cowboy culture that is deeply rooted in the area. At intersections, traffic is regulated by unique “Whoa” signs instead of the traditional “Stop” signs. According to Mayor Dustin Cox, it is logical and reasonable. Population Booming In Alton, a rural community in Wyoming, the population is small but there has been some recent growth. The population stands at 137. Cox reported that someone recently got married and...
Cheyenne City Council Approves Changes to New Animal Care Policies
In a significant development, the City Council has made changes to its municipal code pertaining to the registration, control, impoundment, and general care of animals and birds within city limits. This decision comes after approximately two years of collaboration with the Cheyenne Animal Shelter. The new measures were implemented on Monday, marking a milestone in the city’s efforts to ensure the well-being of its animal population. Britney Tennant, CEO of the Cheyenne Animal Shelter, expressed her approval, stating, “I believe this is a significant stride in the right direction.” “These amendments and revisions were long overdue,” said the individual. A...
Texas Hints to Host FIFA World Cup Final in 2026
Texas will host the World Cup. Many stories say that the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final will be held in Texas at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington. This comes after it was officially announced this summer that both Houston and Arlington would host World Cup games. According to what ESPN first said, Arlington, Texas has been chosen to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final, which is the biggest sports event in the world. Soon after, the British newspaper The Sun confirmed the story. “SunSport has been told that the home of the Dallas Cowboys has been chosen over MetLife...
Heavy Rain To Hit Eastern Texas, Louisiana
The most recent weather report said that it will probably rain this week in eastern Texas and Louisiana. People who own homes in the area should be aware of the risk of floods. There is a good chance of heavy snow in Michigan. Some parts of the US are likely to get snowy weather at the end of January, especially in the Northeast, Pacific Northwest, and South. People in the US should stay up to date on winter storm warnings in the area, especially in places that are likely to flood. The NWS Weather Prediction Center also said that it...
Oil Prices Jump 2% on Supply Disruptions in Russia, U.S.
Oil prices surged by approximately 2% on Monday due to growing concerns about global energy supplies. The increase was prompted by a Ukrainian drone strike on Russia’s Novatek fuel terminal, as well as ongoing challenges in U.S. crude production caused by extreme cold weather. The Brent March crude futures closed at $80.06 per barrel, marking a gain of $1.50 or 1.9%. The February delivery of the U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures contract (WTI) concluded at $75.19, marking a $1.78 increase, or a 2.4% rise. The March WTI contract saw a significant increase, rising by $1.36 to reach $74.61. John...
US Appeals Court Revives Mexico’s $10 Billion Lawsuit Against Gun Makers
In a surprising turn of events, a U.S. appeals court has breathed new life into a $10 billion lawsuit filed by Mexico. The lawsuit aims to hold American gun manufacturers accountable for their alleged role in enabling the flow of weapons to drug cartels operating along the U.S.-Mexico border. The Boston-based 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals overturned, opens new tab a lower-court judge’s decision dismissing the case on the grounds that a U.S. law barred Mexico from suing Smith & Wesson Brands (SWBI.O), opens new tab, Sturm, Ruger & Co (RGR.N), opens new tab and others. The federal Protection...
Federal Program to Save Rural Hospitals Experiences ‘Growing Pains
In this town on the Mississippi River, people are hoping that a new government program will bring back the hope that was written on a plaque on the side of their hospital a long time ago. Along with “Dedicated to the Future of Health Care in the Tri-State Area,” the sign reads. “May 11, 1981.” Newer signs at the entrances to the building are more worrying, though. “Closed,” they state. “Do Not Enter.” In October 2022, the Keokuk hospital closed. It had been in rural Iowa, Illinois, and Missouri. New owners, on the other hand, want to open the hospital...
Carson City Council Approves State Grant Shift for Affordable Housing
The Carson City Council has unanimously agreed to redistribute a state grant that was set aside for affordable housing projects. The move was made to fix a mistake in the state’s Department of Housing and Community Development’s (HCD) original standard deal percentages for the grant, according to city officials. The change, on the other hand, will give more than $1 million ($1,429,030) to help Carson first-time homeowners with their down payments. Someone from the city said, “HCD made a mistake in the original standard agreement percentages.” “The city was then given permission to change the percentages and the five-year plan.”...
California first-time homebuyer loan program relaunched: Apply
This spring, California will give $250 million more in down payment help to people buying their first home. The state will also make changes to its one-year-old program to reach a wider range of borrowers across the state. Last year, in just 11 days, eager owners used up almost all of the $300 million set aside for the California Dream for All loan program. Even though the new program was a huge hit, some Realtors and lenders said that the clients who got the money were already well on their way to buying a home. This led to rumors that...