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Black Americans still are victims of hate crimes more than any other group
Just 100 hate crimes have been pursued by federal prosecutors nationwide between January 2010 and July 2018, according to a News21 analysis of court documents. Half of those cases involved racially motivated violence against black Americans, more than any other group.
Meatpacking workers wonder whether job is a 'death sentence' amid outbreaks
Annie Grant never missed a day of work on the packing line at a Tyson Foods poultry plant in Camilla, Georgia where she spent almost 15 years — until the pandemic hit.
Biden’s Climate Goals Challenged by Where to Make EV Chargers
The dueling pressures of rapidly deploying electric vehicle chargers around the country — while complying with federal Buy America rules — could threaten President Joe Biden’s climate agenda.
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Millions are victims of hate crimes, though many never report them
More than 2.4 million crimes, whose victims suspect were motivated by hate, were committed across the United States in the five years between 2012 and 2016, according to a News21 analysis.
Deal Would Mean USPS Can’t ‘Drag Its Feet’ on Electric Vehicles
Democrats’ new reconciliation deal adds to pressure on the US Postal Service to amend its controversial vehicle contract.
How 3 Black-owned businesses created companies where CPG giants weren't looking
From the racist imagery on packaging to the lack of diversity among executives, the CPG space has long faced criticism for equity issues by insiders and consumers. But as protests against systemic racism have spread across the country for the last few months, some companies are pledging to make more tangible change.
Tesla Fires After Hurricane Raise Alarm for Florida Officials
The storm caused flooding and destruction across the state, and fire officials say they are still seeing its impact with EV batteries catching fire after saltwater damage.
Infrastructure Cash Leaves Buttigieg in a Bind to Hire Workers
The Transportation Department, tasked with spending the better part of $1 trillion from last year’s infrastructure law, needs more than 1,000 new employees to carry it out. Trouble is, the agency is struggling just to maintain the size of its workforce.
Postal Service Stirs Ire by Buying Gas Trucks and a Few EVs
The U.S. Postal Service currently plans for only 10% of its new truck fleet to be electric, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy said Wednesday, angering environmentalists who say the move flies in the face of a White House executive order to electrify the government’s vehicles.
Bigger Passengers in Shrinking Plane Seats Raise Safety Alarms
Cramped travelers and lawmakers on airplanes are trying to convince the Federal Aviation Administration that feeling squished is a safety risk.
Frontier, Foreign Airlines Ordered to Refund $600 Million
Six airlines paid back more than $600 million in refunds to passengers because of major delays or canceled flights, the Transportation Department announced Monday as air travel has seen more disruption amid the pandemic.
Bernie Sanders Blocks Republican Bid to Avert Rail Strike in Senate
Senate Republicans failed in a bid to force labor unions and railroads to resolve a fight over contract negotiations, ahead of a strike that threatens to paralyze much of the US rail system.
Meat processors expedite plans to implement robotics as pandemic increases pressure
The future of meat manufacturing could include 3D scanners and automated cutting. Tyson, Smithfield, Cargill and JBS are all looking at ways to incorporate more automation.
Antitrust accusations escalate in the food industry as DOJ cracks down
In June, former Bumble Bee Foods CEO Chris Lischewski was sentenced to more than three years in prison for conspiring to fix prices for canned tuna.