- Associated Press Finance
NY judge imposes $15 million fine on unlicensed cannabis shops owner who says he gave free samples
The owner of seven unlicensed cannabis shops in New York whose promotions included an Easter egg hunt has been fined more than $15 million after state officials complained he repeatedly ignored notices to stop operating without approval, authorities said. A state Supreme Court justice in Lyons, New York, imposed the fine against David Tulley on Wednesday. Acting Justice Richard Healy penalized Tulley 90% of his gross sales from February 2022 to May 2023 as well as $10,000 for each day he operated without licenses.
- Reuters
CEO Barra backs GM's push for autonomous vehicles
Barra's comments come at a time when companies involved in autonomous driving technology are pushing for new feature-packed cars that are expected to be safer than human-driven ones. On China: "We have to compete and win based on strong brands," Barra said. "Governments around the world are looking to make sure there's a level playing field."
- WLS – Chicago
Pedestrian struck, killed by Metra train in Bartlett, police say
A death investigation is underway as a pedestrian was killed after being struck by a Metra train on Thursday, Bartlett police said.
