Environmental activists are rallying today in Sunnyvale, asking the American company Ruby River Capital to drop a lawsuit the protesters called "a grave threat" to climate action. Ruby River is suing the government of Canada after the government denied permits for a proposed Liquefied Natural Gas terminal in Quebec. Clayton Tucker, climate organizer for the Trade Justice Education Fund, said the suit initially asked arbitrators to fine the government $20 billion for loss of future profits but then scaled the request down to $1 billion. .
Since 2004, April has been designated "Celebrate Diversity Month," a time to recognize, understand and honor the differences between people. One Texas organization said the mission is now more important than ever. In a state which lately has been known for not welcoming some people, the Texas Diversity Council has been at the forefront of promoting diversity, equity and inclusion for two decades. .
Nursing homes across South Dakota will soon receive a boost in support, as part of the most recent legislative session. Facilities caring for Medicaid recipients are reimbursed by the state for some of the cost. Reimbursement rates have been calculated based on patient needs, occupancy and funds available in the state budget. .
A coalition of conservation groups has sued the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for refusing to relist wolves under the Endangered Species Act. Helena-based Alliance for the Wild Rockies is part of the suit. .
A trio of mountain west states has similar politics and geography, but one far outpaces its neighbors in voter turnout. Voting numbers in Wyoming are about twice those of neighboring Idaho for local elections. Wyoming also encourages more voters to the polls for local races than Montana, where residents have been historically active in elections. .