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empire state child

When policies clash with basic safety

March 19, 2026

A recent legal battle over who gets to use a women-only spa in Washington State has sparked heated debates about safety, privacy, and how far anti-discrimination laws should go. At the center of the dispute is Olympus Spa, a traditional Korean bathhouse that welcomes female customers—including teena

environment

Southern California’s Clean Transport Jobs at Risk Without State Action

March 19, 2026

Southern California isn’t just following the electric vehicle trend—it’s driving it. The region has turned itself into a hub for clean transportation, with companies making batteries, electric trucks, and even solar-powered cars. The Port of San Diego is spending millions to switch from diesel to el

health

Simple Guide to Mixing Meds for Dravet Syndrome

March 18, 2026

Dravet syndrome is a tough type of epilepsy that does not get better with one drug. Doctors often have to give patients three or more seizure medicines at the same time. The mix of drugs is very complicated because it includes special medicines for Dravet (like stiripentol, cannabidiol, and fenflura

finance

Fed Keeps Rates Still While Oil Prices Spike

March 18, 2026

The Federal Reserve is likely to leave interest rates unchanged, even as oil prices jump past $100 a barrel. This decision comes after years of political pressure on the Fed, with some politicians calling for lower rates and even threatening to replace the chair. In recent legal battles, a jud

politics

Trump temporarily lifts ship rule to keep oil flowing

March 18, 2026

President Trump has announced a 60‑day pause on the Jones Act, an old law that requires U. S. ships and crews for domestic cargo moves. The waiver is aimed at speeding the flow of oil, gas, fertilizer and coal into American ports while military operations in the Middle East continue. The move comes

politics

Iran’s Missile Plans: A Long‑Term Concern, Not an Immediate Threat

March 18, 2026

The U. S. intelligence community has repeatedly stated that Iran is still several years away from fielding missiles capable of striking the United States. During a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing, two senior officials—Tulsi Gabbard, the Director of National Intelligence, and John Ratcliffe, th

politics

Cesar Chavez’s Legacy Shaken by Unsettling Accusations

March 18, 2026

The story begins with a quiet confession from two women who, as children in the 1970s, suffered repeated abuse at the hands of a man celebrated for his fight for farmworkers. Years later, they spoke up, fearing that revealing the truth would damage a movement they had helped build. In 1966, anoth

sports

Draft Day Shuffle: Teams Pick, Trade and Plan Ahead

March 18, 2026

The 2026 NFL draft starts with the first pick, where a top quarterback from Indiana is expected to go to Las Vegas. The second pick lands a strong edge rusher from Ohio State on the Jets, who have been busy adding defenders. The third pick sees a ready‑made pass rusher from Texas Tech move to Washin

entertainment

Future Pixar and Disney Releases Line Up for 2028

March 18, 2026

The newest Disney chief, Josh D’Amaro, confirmed that the sequel to the beloved Lilo & Stitch will debut on May 26, 2028. That date falls on Memorial Day weekend, a prime slot for family movies. Meanwhile, Pixar’s long‑awaited Incredibles 3 is scheduled to arrive in theaters on June 16, 2028. At the

politics

A New Senate Hope: Illinois Votes for a Black Woman with Big Support

March 18, 2026

Illinois voters have chosen a new face for the Senate, electing a Black woman who has long worked under Governor JB Pritzker. The win shows how powerful state politics can be when a governor’s backing is combined with substantial outside money. The campaign began when the incumbent senator, Richard 