Illinois lawmakers demand answers in Ice killing: ‘A traffic violation should never amount to a death sentence’ | Chicago

Illinois lawmakers demand answers in Ice killing: ‘A traffic violation should never amount to a death sentence’ | Chicago

A US congresswoman from Illinois and local officials in and around Chicago are calling for an investigation into the traffic stop initiated by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (Ice) agents that resulted in the shooting death of Silverio Villegas-Gonzalez on Friday. A joint statement whose signatories included Democratic US House member Delia Ramirez said Villegas-Gonzalez’s killing…

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California bill to ban "forever chemicals" in cookware pits celebrity chefs against environmental advocates

California legislature votes to phase out “forever chemicals” in cookware and other household items

California lawmakers voted to ban a group of chemicals known as PFAS, which are often called “forever chemicals,” in cookware. The move has pulled in celebrity chefs on one side and environmentalists, including actor Mark Ruffalo, on the other. The proposal, Senate Bill 682, would prohibit PFAS in cookware, cleaning products, dental floss, ski wax,…

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White House requests $58 million to increase security for executive, judicial branches after Charlie Kirk shooting, sources say

White House requests $58 million to increase security for executive, judicial branches after Charlie Kirk shooting, sources say

D.C. safety concerns after Charlie Kirk shooting Charlie Kirk’s killing sparks safety concerns in Washington 02:09 The Trump administration is sending a $58 million request to Congress to increase security for the executive and judicial branches in the wake of the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, multiple sources familiar with the matter told CBS News Saturday….

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