Laurel Libby discussed the upcoming legislative agenda, highlighting a $320 million supplemental budget with $177 million in new taxes. She anticipates no Republican support in the House. Libby also mentioned a close vote on a bill regarding illegal immigration and local law enforcement cooperation, which passed 74-73. She expressed hope for a veto on income tax increases, supported by over 3,000 signatures. Libby also discussed privacy bills aimed at protecting Mainers’ online information. She criticized the Democratic majority for passing controversial legislation, including tax increases and transgender athletics bills, despite public opposition.
Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell formed Thursday in the Pacific Ocean, both of which were expected to become hurricanes in the next few days, the National Hurricane Center said.
A new study suggests that El Ninos — the natural climatic chaos agent that pops up periodically and spikes global temperatures — are getting stronger because of human-caused climate change.
Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents have died after being infected with measles, the first U.S. deaths this year related to the contagious virus. State health officials announced the deaths Tuesday. They did not reveal any details about the people who died, other than that they lived in Lancaster County, west of Philadelphia.
