ExxonMobil is taking California to court over new laws that want the company to be open about its climate impact. The laws say big companies like Exxon must share details about the greenhouse gases they produce, both directly and indirectly. The company says these laws force them to share informati
The Supreme Court is about to make a big decision. It's not about laws or crimes, but about money in politics. Specifically, it's about how much politicians can talk to their party about spending cash. The case, National Republican Senatorial Committee v. Federal Election Commission, could change ho
Maine is in a legal battle over campaign finance. The state wants to limit donations to super PACs, but a judge says it's unconstitutional. The state is now appealing this decision. In 2023, Maine voters approved a law to cap donations to super PACs at $5, 000. Almost 75% of voters supported this c
Clara Capital has hit a big milestone. They've lent over $350 million to small and medium-sized businesses. This company uses AI to make things faster and easier for both businesses and their partners. The CEO, Ryan Adwar, says their AI-first approach cuts down the time it takes to get a funding of
Companies often face a tough spot when they have to pay bills and salaries, but customers are slow to pay. This is where trade finance steps in. It's a way for businesses to get money by selling their unpaid invoices or getting a bank to guarantee payment. It's a lifeline for many. First Brands' re
Some big news outlets like The New York Times, The Associated Press, and even Newsmax have decided not to sign a new document from the Pentagon. This document is about new press rules. If they don't sign, they might have to leave the Pentagon. These news organizations think the new rules are unfair
The Supreme Court is once again tackling a hot topic: religion and personal beliefs. This time, it's about whether a Christian counselor can help young people with gender identity issues. The case comes from Colorado, where a law bans so-called "conversion therapy" for minors. The counselor, Kaley
The Supreme Court recently discussed whether a Colorado law that prohibits conversion therapy infringes on the First Amendment. This law aims to stop counselors from trying to change a person's sexual orientation, but some argue it's a form of free speech. Conversion therapy, as practiced by counse
Flint, Michigan, is making a big move to improve its public safety team. The city just got a huge $1. 5 million grant. This money is meant to help hire more first responders and keep the ones they already have. It's also for training and better tools. The grant will pay for sign-on bonuses to attra
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, known for their lighthearted talk show, recently stepped into the political spotlight. They discussed Jimmy Kimmel's return to his late-night show after a brief suspension. This happened because of Kimmel's comments about a tragic shooting and the political fallout tha
