Water Woes: Firestone and Central Weld County Clash Over $323K Bill as Legal Battle Intensifies

FIRESTONE, Colo. — In a significant ruling, a Weld County judge has supported the Central Weld County Water District (CWCWD) amid an ongoing dispute over water billing with the Town of Firestone. The water district, which has supplied Firestone for nearly six decades, announced on August 22 that it plans to terminate its contract with the town in 2028, citing a partnership it described as “unworkable and financially unsustainable.” The Town of Firestone expressed surprise at the announcement and indicated it is exploring various options to address the situation. In a statement, officials highlighted frustration … Read more

Whistleblower Alleges Evasive Tactics at Silfab Solar as Community Protest Intensifies

FORT MILL, S.C. — Tensions are rising as former employees at Silfab Solar allege serious safety violations and retaliatory actions by company management. Jason Rhoades, a former quality control technician, claims that he was told to leave the manufacturing site shortly before inspections were scheduled, indicating that the company was attempting to mask safety deficiencies. Rhoades alleges in a whistleblower lawsuit filed in July that Silfab management implemented an emergency plan to ensure the plant appeared unoccupied during these inspections. “I have been asked suddenly to stop work and leave the plant when inspectors were … Read more

Legal Tug-of-War: Harvard’s Battle Against Trump Administration Over International Student Policies Intensifies

Cambridge, Massachusetts — The federal government is seeking to dismiss a lawsuit filed by Harvard University that challenges efforts by the Trump administration to limit the admission of international students. This legal move comes just a day after the administration’s attorneys declared in court that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) would not enforce a letter revoking Harvard’s certification under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), essential for hosting international scholars. Harvard initially filed the lawsuit following the May 22 revocation of its SEVP certification. The case was later amended after an executive proclamation … Read more