IHSA launching ‘Officiating 101’
The Illinois High School Association is hoping a new effort will help persuade more people to become officials for prep sporting events. The organization has launched a series of “Officiating 1-0-1” informative sessions across the state, with initial events in Downs, Mt. Vernon and Quincy. “‘Officiating 101’ is really simple,” said Sam Knox, assistant executive […]
Frosh calls contents of leaked abortion ruling ‘dangerous departure’
Calling it a “dangerous departure” from nearly a half century of precedent, Maryland’s top law enforcement official has spoken out on the leaked draft of a U.S. Supreme Court decision on abortion. Attorney General Brian Frosh, a Democrat, issued a statement one day after Politico reported it obtained the draft, and the same day the Court confirmed the draft’s […]
Graffiti on Subway Surges as World Visits NYC for ‘Risky Game’
On April 18, the French graffiti artist Julien Blanc posted photos to Instagram of his signature “JiBEONE” tag on a Manhattan rooftop where he was, he wrote, “waiting for the sunrise.” Days later, Blanc and graffiti partner Pierre Audebert were both struck and killed by a train at an elevated station along the No. 3 […]
How do we protect kids from abuse in sport without creating a ‘culture of suspicion’ that ruins it for everyone?
Although sport is often touted as a vehicle for positive experiences, many investigations into sporting cultures – particularly high performance sport – have highlighted how predatory or abusive behaviour by coaches can emerge and be tolerated. The potential for (and reality of) abuse in youth sport is based on various factors. This includes the reputation […]
Maryland recycling bill remains in limbo after not passing this legislative session
A Maryland bill that would have put in place new requirements for most manufacturers of packaged goods remains in limbo after not passing beyond committee reviews in the recently concluded legislative session. As proposed Senate Bill 0292 – and its companion legislation, House Bill 0307 – would require producers of packaged materials to submit what has been described as […]
Sound Transit projected fares fall by $2B due to free rider problem
Sound Transit’s new policy for fare enforcement on their passengers isn’t satisfying many Washington state residents, including a number of the agency’s board members. Sound Transit’s board of directors debated on the best way to hold passengers accountable while not burdening disadvantaged riders at a recent meeting. Russell Arnold from Sound Transit presented statistics on […]
Tennessee lawmakers approve sales tax deal for new Chattanooga Lookouts stadium
State sales tax funding for a new baseball stadium in Chattanooga was passed in the last week of Tennessee’s legislative session. House Bill 2609 was approved 79-11 by the House and 28-0 in the Senate. It would allow the Chattanooga Lookouts to move to a new stadium in the city and retain a sales tax deal […]
Maryland board approves $5.2 million allocation to preserve historic Annapolis park
Once it was a place where such renowned acts as Chuck Berry, Billie Holiday, Little Richard, and The Temptations made stops on their music tours. It also gained notoriety as a beach for the Black community at a time when segregation was taking place. An effort has been underway to preserve the deeply rooted Carr’s […]
Proposed regulations on rail industry will worsen supply chains, inflation, opponents argue
The Biden administration’s proposed new regulations on the railroad industry will have adverse economic consequences for the industry and consumers, a wide range of groups argue. The U.S. Surface Transportation Board held a two-day hearing this week on a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) it issued earlier this year. One part of the plan is […]
Hopes for passing sports wagering bill fade in Missouri Senate
Hopes for legalized sports betting faded in the Missouri Senate this week due to a conflict over video lottery terminals. “You know, I’m always optimistic and try to be optimistic,” Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, told reports on Thursday. “but I think the chances are pretty slim right now.” Hoskins said he was promised by Sen. […]
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