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MPs pass back-to-work bill to end Port of Montreal strike
The House of Commons approved legislation early Thursday morning to put an end to a strike that has shut down the Port of Montreal, one of Canada's busiest.
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Massachusetts Passes New Bill Aimed at Tackling Greenhouse Gas Emissions
The state of Massachusetts has just put into place one of the strongest climate laws in the country. The bill, which passed with bipartisan support, contains a number of new ideas as the state looks to lead on this important issue....
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Former Atlanta Area Police Chief on Lack of Police Reform Progress: 'It's Pathetic'
On the one-year anniversary of the death of George Floyd, Congress has made little progress in advancing the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act. Clarence Cox III, former police chief for the Clayton County public school system near...
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Texas Lawmakers Pass Bill Allowing Permitless Open, Concealed Carry of Handguns
On Monday, the Texas legislature joined more than a dozen other states in allowing permitless or "constitutional carry" of handguns, both open and concealed. Governor Greg Abbott has already indicated he would sign the bill into law...
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Liberals face pushback to passing UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
The Liberal government is committed to passing the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, but it's facing pushback as the fate of resource projects could be at stake. Even some Indigenous leaders say it won't advance their...
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Hundreds of US companies voice opposition to new voting laws
The corporate coalition taking a stand against laws restricting voting rights in the United States.
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French MPs pass controversial law that restricts images of police
The bill will make it an offence to maliciously share images of French police online, where the officer can be identified.
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Sen. McConnell Blasts Big Business Following MLB Pulling All-Star Game from Georgia
Major corporations have spoken out about a new voting law in Georgia. In response, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell called out those big businesses saying, "Our private sector must stop taking cues from the Outrage-Industrial...
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New York Lawmakers Reach Deal to Legalize Recreational Marijuana
Shannon Young, Healthcare Reporter at Politico NY, joined Wake Up With Cheddar to discuss the details of New York's plan to legalize recreational cannabis, and what it will mean for communities across the state.
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California Bill to Curb Substance Abuse Includes Payments to Addicts for Clean Drug Tests
In an effort to help curb a growing drug abuse problem in California, State Senator Scott Weiner (D-11th senate district) has proposed a bill that would incentivize addicts to stop taking drugs. He joined Cheddar’s Closing Bell to...
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Congressman Al Green Weighs in on Chauvin Verdict and Police Accountability
Rep. Al Green (D-TX) joins Cheddar to weigh in on the Chauvin verdict, our criminal justice system, and passing legislation aimed at curbing police violence.
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Curaleaf CEO Expects to Shatter $1B Annual Revenue as More States Legalize Cannabis
Cannabis giant Curaleaf has announced that it has reached the $1 billion mark in annual sales but as more states legalize, the company expects that number to surge. CEO Joe Bayern joined Cheddar to discuss the success of the industry,...
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New Zealand MP highlights the 'great need' for paid sick leave after miscarriage or still birth
New Zealand's Parliament passed a law giving parents the time to grieve their loss after a miscarriage or still birth on Thursday. Labour Party MP Ginny Anderson says the issue was brought up by a constituent but she hopes other...
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Carbon price will go up in New Brunswick April 1, premier says
New Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs joins Power & Politics Friday to discuss the Supreme Court's ruling that the federal carbon tax is constitutional.
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Georgia passes new voting restrictions
The southeastern U.S. state legislature passed a bill introducing voter ID requirements, reducing ballot drop box locations and outlawing providing food and water to voters in lineups. Activists say the rules target Black and other...
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Breonna Taylor's family marks one year anniversary of her death
Breonna Taylor was killed during a botched drug raid in March 2020. Her family is continuing their calls for justice with a gathering in downtown Louisville, Ky.
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Ottawa under pressure to cap high-interest payday money lenders
Pressure is mounting on the federal government to cap interest rates on payday money lenders, which can charge nearly 50 per cent interest. Advocates say it’s often the most financially vulnerable using them and the pandemic economy has...
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EU member states push forward with new tax transparency rules
A majority of EU states agreed last week to press ahead with tax transparency laws for the world's largest multinational companies.
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UN chief, climate envoy Kerry to mark US return to Paris accord
Return to 2015 climate agreement comes as Biden administration seeks to re-engage in international organisations.
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French MPs back controversial law aimed at cracking down on Islamic radicalism
French MPs back controversial law aimed at cracking down on Islamic radicalism
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Ottawa promises to address anti-Indigenous racism in health care
Ottawa has laid the groundwork to overhaul the health-care system to make it safer for Indigenous peoples, promising to address racism and have more community involvement.
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Government introduces temporary pandemic-related changes to the Elections Act
Kevin Lamoureux, the deputy government House leader, describes how mail-in ballots will be easier to obtain and use if the legislation is passed by the Commons.
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Justice minister introduces legislation to legalize single-event sports betting
Justice Minister David Lametti says Bill C-13 will allow gamblers to place bets on the outcome of individual sports events, such as hockey games or football matches.
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Bains explains how fines would be laid if companies contravene the new privacy legislation
Innovation Minister Navdeep Bains tabled new privacy legislation today in the Commons.