US Green Energy Thrives Amid Federal Funding Boost – BBC.com

TL/DR - The US green energy sector is experiencing significant growth due to the influx of federal cash. President Biden's $2tn infrastructure plan, which is heavily focused on clean energy, is expected to further boost the sector. This funding surge has led to an increase in renewable energy projects and jobs across the country. US Green…

Trump Shifts Abortion Stance: Advocates States’ Rights Over National Ban

TL/DR - Donald Trump has released a video suggesting abortion laws should be decided by state legislatures, not Congress, representing a shift from his previous support for a nationwide 16-week ban. He faced criticism from an anti-abortion group and support from the pro-choice camp, which questioned the sincerity of his statement. The former…

Biden and Fellow Democrats Link Trump to Abortion Rights Restrictions

TL/DR - The Democrats have again blamed former President Donald J. Trump for the restrictions on abortion rights, suggesting his recent call for states to determine their abortion laws represents an endorsement of a total ban. President Biden accused Trump of causing chaos by overturning Roe v. Wade through the Supreme Court's Dobbs v. Jackson…

Solar Eclipse Schedule for Chicago Area – NBC

TL/DR - A total solar eclipse will occur on a Monday afternoon, marking the last time an event of this magnitude will be visible in the U.S. for the next 20 years. This event, also identified as the most-watched solar eclipse ever, will be seen in several Midwestern states including Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. However, in Chicago, a partial…