7-Eleven stores in New York and Virgina were seized by Federal authorities on Monday. But why did the Feds step in?
Federal Government Wrestling With Legal Marijuana Initiatives
With Colorado and Washington legalizing recreational Marijuana use the federal government is wrestling with ideas on what they are going to do. Though the states have passed the law it’s still against federal drug policy. They really have crossed over into new territory I guess we will have to wait to see how they decide to regulate. Hit the jump for more. PaulDaPro
Prosecutors Drop Lance Armstrong Doping Investigation
In a big announcement from the U.S. Attorney’s office, the doping investigation against Lance Armstrong has been dropped. Read more after the cut. steveisDOPE x Sabrina B. @Gametimegirl
Bob Marley’s Family Sues His Brother
Apparently Bob Marley’s half brother Richard Booker (different dads so he’s not a Marley!) has been using Bob’s name to promote concerts, sell food, energy drinks, liquor and more. For good reason, his Marley side of the family is NOT happy and have filed a federal lawsuit against him for trademark infringement and unauthorized use of Marley’s likeness. A mess! Details on the suit below. Marisa Mendez
Federal Deficit Totaled $1.23 Trillion in August
The federal budget deficit reached $1.23 trillion in August. The third straight $1 trillion-plus deficit adds pressure on Congress and the White House to reach agreement on a long-term plan to trim government spending. Hit the jump to read the rest of the story. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+
Tech Talk News: Child’s Toy Hacks Feds, Uncovers The Undercover!!
Turns out 007 stands for a true spy’s age. Federal agents scramble after discovering that a children’s toy can not only hack their audio feeds, but find them wherever they hold devices. Hundreds of hours of super-secret data from the past two years now lie in the hands of hackers. Details after the jump. Tat WZA WZA on Google+ X Emma Rabid
