Republican lawmakers in five states propose anti-protester legislature

Jack Payton   Staff Writer   On Jan. 24, President Donald Trump signed of an executive order intended to jumpstart progress on the Dakota Access Pipeline, as well as streamline the creation of further and additional pipelines, serving as the latest blow in an engagement between protesters and corporate interests across America. Legislation is being introduced in many states to further curtail the efforts of … Continue reading Republican lawmakers in five states propose anti-protester legislature

Vermin Supreme holds ‘victory tour’ performance at UNCG

Jayce Shore   Staff Writer Political parody candidate and performance artist Vermin Supreme visited UNCG on January 26 on the last stop of his  “Victory Tour” in promotion of his new book, “I Pony: Blueprint for a New America”.   Supreme has been running for president since 2004 and has taken part in multiple riots during his career, usually guiding people away from danger and … Continue reading Vermin Supreme holds ‘victory tour’ performance at UNCG

Women’s March brings support and criticism

Antonio Alamillo   Staff Writer   On January 21 and 22, millions of women worldwide marched to protest Donald Trump’s inauguration sparking large support and some opposition.   While advocating for women’s rights, protestors also supported immigration and health care reform, LGBTQ rights, protection of the natural environment, and racial equality.   It is estimated that over half a million people marched in Washington D.C. … Continue reading Women’s March brings support and criticism

Governor Roy Cooper appoints Michael Regan to lead DEQ

Maryam Mohamed   Staff Writer   On January 3, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper chose Michael Regan to lead the Department of Environmental Quality.   Michael Regan was sworn into office January 17, 2017.   Michael Regan has had a decade of experience working as a specialist with the Environmental Protection Agency. Additionally, Regan has worked under the Clinton and Bush administrations from 1998-2008.   … Continue reading Governor Roy Cooper appoints Michael Regan to lead DEQ

President Trump’s first week of executive orders stir controversy.

Linda Cheng   Staff Writer   President Donald J. Trump began his term with a blitz of executive orders, including beginning the promised wall, a ban on travel to and from certain Muslim nations, and reinstatement of abortion gag rules. On the campaign trail, President Trump often criticized former President Barack Obama for his use of executive orders with the aim of getting things done … Continue reading President Trump’s first week of executive orders stir controversy.

Greensboro City Council honors community figure, discusses policy changes

Jack Payton   Staff Writer   The Greensboro City Council convened Tuesday, January 17, to discuss minor budgetary matters and contract approvals, as well as more major changes to city policy on permits for assembly and street solicitation. As the meeting opened, a resolution was presented to honor the passing of Marquis Street, a Greensboro native, on November 27 of 2016. During his life, Street … Continue reading Greensboro City Council honors community figure, discusses policy changes

Judge Blocks Expansion of Medicaid

Jorge Alamillo   Staff Writer   On Saturday, January 14, District Court Judge Louise Flanagan implemented a temporary restraining order that blocked Medicaid expansion.   The block came after Governor Roy Cooper announced he was going to expand the program, which Flanagan argued was against the US Constitution and violated federal laws.   Since Republicans took control of the state legislature in 2011, two laws … Continue reading Judge Blocks Expansion of Medicaid

Duke Energy offers compensation for neighbors affected by coal ash

Maryam Mohamed    Staff Writer   On December 7, Duke energy announced that anyone who feels that they may suffer from water contamination from unlined coal ash pits will be given compensation.   This compensation plan includes a $5,000 “goodwill” payment in addition to gratuitous water bill payments, though it was not stated for how long water bills would be paid..     Duke Energy … Continue reading Duke Energy offers compensation for neighbors affected by coal ash

Buzzfeed draws criticism for Trump dossier publication

Jayce Shore   Staff Writer   On January 10, 2017, Buzzfeed News released the Trump dossier documenting allegations about the Russian government supporting the President-elect for years before his run for the White House. The dossier, less than a month old at this time, is a document most news networks have held back from reporting on due to the unverified nature of the document’s holdings. … Continue reading Buzzfeed draws criticism for Trump dossier publication

Trump Inauguration boycotts raise controversy

Linda Cheng   Staff Writer With Donald J. Trump becoming the 45th president of the United States, many – including performers and politicians –  expressed displeasure by boycotting his inauguration. Some attended organized protests, such as the Women’s March On Washington, and and others decided to simply not attending the inauguration. Among these boycotters are dozens of Democratic members of Congress. The most common explanations … Continue reading Trump Inauguration boycotts raise controversy