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UC Santa Cruz’s Ambitious Expansion Plans Stall Amid Legal Dispute Over Housing and Environmental Concerns

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Santa Cruz, California — The University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) is currently embroiled in a legal dispute with local governmental bodies over a proposed significant expansion plan. A ruling by Judge Timothy Schmal determined that UCSC’s Long Range Development Plan (LRDP), which aims to increase student enrollment by 8,500 by 2040, inadequately addressed potential housing shortages and environmental issues resulting from this growth. The prolonged legal standoff has left the situation in limbo for over eight months. Following the October ruling, the university filed an appeal in December. Judge Schmal’s order mandated that the … Read more

R Street’s Adam Thierer Highlights Pragmatic Path for Federal AI Regulation Amid Cruz’s Moratorium Debate

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Washington, D.C. — In a notable discussion surrounding the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI), Adam Thierer from the R Street Institute has provided insights on the current legislative landscape. He expressed an intriguing viewpoint on the recent proposal put forth by Senator Ted Cruz regarding a moratorium on certain AI regulations, which Thierer believes could influence the legislative process in a more favorable direction under existing parliamentary rules. Thierer, a vocal advocate for limited regulation in the AI space, emphasized the importance of a cohesive national strategy on AI. He suggested that while Cruz’s moratorium … Read more

Reds Triumph Over Yankees: Marte’s Home Run and Cruz’s Clutch Double Play Seal Victory in Tight Contest

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NEW YORK — The Cincinnati Reds, led by a stellar pitching performance and strategic hitting, clinched their first series win since early June, overcoming the New York Yankees 3-2 on Wednesday night. Andrew Abbott, showcasing his pitching finesse, carried a two-hit shutout into the seventh inning, marking a significant stride for the visiting Reds at Yankee Stadium. Fernando Cruz, coming on in relief, made a decisive play by inducing a crucial double play from Aaron Judge, one of baseball’s top hitters, during a pivotal moment in the seventh inning. His efforts helped maintain the Reds’ … Read more