Politics Nov 03 Senate blocks legislation to undercut EPA clean water rules WASHINGTON — Democrats have blocked a Senate bill that would have forced the Obama administration to withdraw new federal rules to protect smaller streams, tributaries and wetlands from development and pollution.
Politics Oct 22 Senate bill could cut nonviolent drug offenders’ sentences WASHINGTON -- Nonviolent drug offenders could be eligible for shorter prison sentences under legislation approved by a Senate panel Thursday, as Congress took initial steps to change the nation's criminal justice system.
Nation Oct 19 Obama administration backs bill to reduce prison time The Obama administration is signaling support for bipartisan Senate legislation that would reduce prison sentences for some nonviolent drug offenders.
Nation Sep 28 EPA rules will strengthen pesticide safety on farms The Environmental Protection Agency is strengthening 20-year-old rules designed to protect farmworkers from toxic pesticides.
Health Sep 10 New federal food safety rules issued after deadly outbreaks WASHINGTON — Food manufacturers must be more vigilant about keeping their operations clean, according to new safety rules released Thursday by the government in the wake of deadly foodborne illness outbreaks linked to ice cream, caramel apples, cantaloupes and peanuts.
Nation Sep 09 Officials: U.S. to increase number of refugees by 5,000 next year Officials say the United States is prepared to increase the number of refugees it resettles by 5,000 next year as European countries struggle to accommodate tens of thousands of refugees from the Middle East and Africa.
Politics Sep 09 Kerry: US committed to accepting more refugees to aid allies Secretary of State John Kerry says the United States is committed to increasing the number of refugees it is willing to take in as U.S. allies in Europe struggle to accommodate tens of thousands of refugees from the Middle East…
Nation Sep 04 From eggs to trees, USDA’s promotional programs have courted controversy WASHINGTON — The slogans are familiar: "The Incredible Edible Egg," ''Pork: The Other White Meat," and "Got Milk?" They've all been part of promotional campaigns overseen by the Agriculture Department and paid for by the industries that vote to organize…
Health Jul 24 Proposed label would tell you how much added sugar to eat Wondering if you are eating too much added sugar? The nutrition label on your food may one day help you figure it out.
Politics Jul 23 House passes bill to prevent mandatory GMO food labeling Companies would not have to disclose whether their food products contain genetically modified ingredients under legislation passed by the House Thursday.