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California considers letting victims of natural disasters sue oil companies for damages

Jan. 27, 2025 19:55 PM EST

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Oil and gas companies would be liable for damages caused by climate change -related disasters in California under legislation introduced Monday by two Democratic lawmakers. The proposal claims that the oil industry intentionally deceived the public about...

Explosion at Maryland cannabis facility injures 2, officials say

Jan. 23, 2025 12:59 PM EST

STEVENSVILLE, Md. (AP) — Two workers were injured in an explosion and fire at a cannabis extraction facility on Maryland's Eastern Shore on Wednesday, state fire officials said. Firefighters were called to PharmaCann in Stevensville for a report of an explosion, according to the...