Amazon has announced significant changes to its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, following an internal review. In a memo from Candi Castleberry, Vice President of Inclusive Experiences and Technology, the company stated it is "winding down outdated programs and materials" to integrate DEI efforts into broader company processes. The move reflects a trend in the corporate world as several major companies reevaluate their DEI strategies.
More than 900 incarcerated individuals are among the 7,500 emergency personnel battling the wildfires ravaging parts of Los Angeles, California, the state's Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) confirmed Friday.
Chicago and New York City tied for the title of the U.S. cities with the worst traffic congestion in 2024, according to INRIX's annual Global Traffic Scorecard.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) announced that he has directed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to bolster the state's Anti-Terrorism Task Force resources. The announcement follows the terror attack in New Orleans.
McDonald’s announced plans to scale back its diversity initiatives, citing the Supreme Court’s 2023 decision banning affirmative action in college admissions. The fast-food giant joins companies like Walmart, John Deere, and Harley-Davidson in reassessing diversity programs under new legal and social pressures.
A surge in gun ownership and firearm training among LGBTQ individuals and liberal groups has been reported ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration. The Philadelphia Inquirer revealed that organizations like the Liberal Gun Club, the Socialist Rifle Association, and the Pink Pistols have seen dramatic increases in membership and training requests since the 2023 election.
