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Westfield Malls in Maryland Implement After-School Curfew for Minors

Westfield Wheaton and Westfield Montgomery malls in Maryland will enforce a parental guidance policy starting September 28, 2026. The rule prohibits visitors under 18 from entering the malls after 3 p.m. without an adult aged 21 or older. One adult may supervise up to four minors. The policy applies to both interior spaces and outdoor parking areas, aiming to address recent incidents of youth violence and disorderly conduct.

21 days ago•Source: WTOP News

Seattle Council to Vote on Ban of Algorithmic Grocery Pricing

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4.855 min•24 days ago

Seattle Council to Vote on Ban of Algorithmic Grocery Pricing

Seattle is set to vote Tuesday on a bill banning large grocery chains from using personal data to set individualized prices. The ordinance targets companies with over 20 locations, including Kroger and delivery apps like Instacart, aiming to prevent price discrimination based on customer purchasing power.

via thestranger.com

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