Shipments

Court Halts Hazardous Waste Shipments to Michigan Landfill Amid Community Safety Concerns

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Detroit — A Michigan judge has prohibited the transfer of hazardous waste to a suburban Detroit landfill amid ongoing concerns about its environmental safety. The ruling follows a year of legal disputes initiated by communities in the Detroit area worried about the potential risks linked to hazardous materials stored at the site. Wayne County Judge Kevin Cox determined that the environmental hazards associated with the landfill posed a “substantial and compelling” threat, outweighing any financial implications for Wayne Disposal, which is operated by Republic Services. The court’s injunction, issued on Tuesday, prevents the landfill from … Read more

Texan Launches Legal Battle Against California Doctor to Halt Abortion Pill Shipments

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A Texan has filed a lawsuit against a California physician in an effort to halt the distribution of abortion pills. The case, which highlights the ongoing tension around reproductive rights in the United States, raises significant questions about state jurisdiction and the reach of local laws. The plaintiff, identified as a resident of Texas, argues that the doctor’s ability to prescribe and send abortion medications directly contravenes Texas law, which has severely restricted access to abortion services in the state. This legal maneuver is part of a broader strategy employed by anti-abortion activists aiming to … Read more

Judge Grants New Life to Oakland Port Development, Allowing Potential Coal Shipments

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Oakland, California – A judge has granted developer Phil Tagami a new lease on a port development in Oakland, a project that has been at the center of a long-running battle over the storage of coal in the city. The decision extends Tagami’s ground lease until summer 2026, allowing him to proceed with the construction of a 34-acre marine terminal and potentially ship coal from the port. The court ruled in favor of Tagami, stating that Oakland unfairly terminated its lease agreement with him, citing missed deadlines that were beyond his control. The city had … Read more