A declassified Biden-era memo reveals a sweeping domestic terrorism plan focused on white extremists, gun owners, and veterans—while largely ignoring gangs and cartels. Despite growing concerns about drug trafficking and organized crime, Ve
Vermont’s sweeping homelessness bill, H.91, is advancing — but not without major concerns. Service providers fear disruption, senators express doubt, and taxpayers are nowhere in the conversation. With shaky finances and looming federal cut
As Vermont softens its stance on enforcement, the consequences of drug use, theft, and public disorder haven’t disappeared—they’ve been shifted onto taxpayers, homeowners, and small businesses. This quiet transfer of burden—from offender to
Vermont’s hospitals are being squeezed by a drug pricing system stacked in favor of insurers and their PBMs. As lawmakers debate H.482, they must decide whether to deepen that imbalance—or explore smarter, fairer solutions like statewide bu
In 2025, malware isn’t hiding on shady websites — it’s slipping into your inbox and smartphone. Phishing emails, text scams, and fake apps now pose the greatest risks, exploiting trust rather than technical flaws. Smart habits and vigilance
A decades-old ideological network — beginning with the Muslim Brotherhood and extending through Students for Justice in Palestine — has quietly resurfaced in Vermont. As Columbia protests dominated headlines, suspended groups continued oper
Vermont’s towns grew naturally long before planners arrived, yet millions now flow through regional planning commissions with heavy overhead. Are these synthetic layers helping—or simply preserving themselves? With some states skipping regi
A Vermont Senate resolution condemned the arrest of Columbia protest leader Mohsen Mahdawi as "immoral" and "illegal," yet federal records show the arrest followed standard ICE protocols and due process protections. Mahdawi, linked to prote
Yeast isn’t plant, animal, or bacteria — it’s something stranger. Discover why this funky fungus is everywhere from bread to beer to cheesy popcorn seasoning, and how it reproduces like a living creature. Fun science you didn’t know you nee
Rutland’s food truck scene remains quiet as vendors face steep fees. Despite a February directive to lower costs, the $500 permit — unlike modest restaurant fees — still stands. Food truck owners must sell dozens of meals just to break even
Brandon residents raised concerns at a May 1 meeting about the use of funds from the Shirley Farr Trust, questioning whether discretionary grants reflect the donor's intent. Trustees cited legal constraints but agreed to seek new guidance.
Vermont taxpayers have quietly spent nearly $40 million subsidizing private businesses through the VEGI program—with another $39 million still on the table. State Auditor Doug Hoffer is sounding alarms, but lawmakers extended VEGI without a
