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Progressive Briefing for Friday, August 24
Congressman and his wife plead not guilty to campaign spending charges, Kroger to phase out plastic bags, and more.
One of the largest supermarket chain announces plan to phase out...
"As part of our Zero Hunger | Zero Waste commitment, we are phasing out use-once, throw-it-away plastic bags and transitioning to reusable bags in our stores by 2025."
Plastics industry loses legal bid against Chile’s landmark bag ban
Chile's Constitutional Court ratified a bill that bans plastic bags across the country after rejecting an appeal from the plastics industry.
Another major city bans single-use plastic bags
“It’s a fantastic first step to a larger zero-waste mentality.”
Seattle will ban plastic straws and utensils at restaurants next year
The exemption that allowed restaurants to dispense plastics is set to expire and will not be renewed.
Michigan bans local plastic bag bans
Other states that have banned local plastic bag ordinances include Wisconsin, Idaho, Florida and Arizona.
These 6 States Want to Ban Plastic Bag Bans (Yes, You...
Meanwhile, the two states that have actually passed plastic bags bans are facing hurdles.
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Shock and awe at UT Austin as state troopers in riot gear quash student...
An aggressive show of force by Texas state troopers raises questions about the right to peaceful assembly, as students at the University of Texas at Austin face riot gear and arrests during a Gaza solidarity protest.
Trump faces contempt charges over gag order violations
In a contentious courtroom showdown, former President Donald Trump may face criminal contempt charges as he's accused of flouting a judicial gag order, casting a spotlight on his ongoing legal battles.
UK sets new standard as renewables outpace fossil fuels in power generation
For the first time, wind energy leads the charge in the UK's power grid, marking a pivotal shift towards cleaner, sustainable electricity amid global environmental concerns.
The case against RFK Jr.
Would RFK Junior be just another crackpot in the growing pool of fringe politicians?
How Summer Lee’s landslide victory defies billionaire influence in politics
In a resounding rejection of billionaire-funded opposition, U.S. Rep. Summer Lee secures a primary win, highlighting a growing resistance against corporate and dark money in American politics.