2024

TL/DR - The James Beard Foundation awarded Arizona's Rene Andrade the title of Best Chef - Southwest at its 2024 awards. Crystal Kass was also a finalist in the Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker category. Tucson-based author Gary Nabhan won a James Beard media award for his book, "Agave Spirits: The Past, Present, and Future of Mezcals," in the…

TL/DR - Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer attended the Clean Economy and Community Impact Summit in Detroit, where she discussed how Michigan has utilized funds from the federal government under the Inflation Reduction Act, Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, and Chips and Science Act. One of the notable uses of these funds is the revival of the…

TL/DR - Former President Trump is taking credit for a reduction in insulin prices during his term in office. Meanwhile, current President Biden is leading in polls regarding health care issues. The article does not supply specific data or arguments to support either claim. Former President Trump Claims Credit for Lower Insulin Prices while…

TL/DR - Thousands of protesters gathered near the White House to demand President Biden cease military aid to Israel and establish an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Many were critical of the Biden administration's response to the conflict, and urged young and non-white voters, a key segment of Biden's base, to reconsider their support for him. The…