When Napa County rings in the new year, it and the rest of the state will bid farewell to the thick, “reusable” plastic bags that were offered at many grocery stores and other retailers. On Jan. 1, ...

Beginning on January 1, 2026, an additional four-cent charge will be added to each plastic bag sold by retailers and restaurants, the Washington Department of Ecology (DOE) announced. The new law, ...

At least 2 killed, several hurt in shooting at Brown University in Rhode Island by KOMO News Staff SEATTLE — Starting Jan. 1, 2026, Washington state shoppers will see a 4-cent increase in the price of ...

Environmentalists in Virginia Beach are lobbying for the city to include a fee on single-use plastic bags in order to encourage more reusable bag use in the city. Specifically, Lynnhaven River Now is ...

Ziploc bags have been a kitchen staple for decades – perfect for storing snacks, leftovers, and meal-prep ingredients. But these handy bags are far more versatile than most people realise. From ...

“Paper or plastic?” Your days are numbered. The question that millions of shoppers have heard for years when they roll up to the checkout aisle at grocery stores will soon be a thing of the past. On ...

California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the conclusion of a two-year investigation into plastic bag makers accused of misleading consumers about whether the bags were recyclable, resulting in ...

When it comes to keeping food fresh, freezer or storage bags are a critical tool. For many shoppers, the decision often boils down to the familiar brand-name quality of Ziploc versus whatever ...

As part of an ongoing statewide investigation into plastic bag producers and their recyclability in California, Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta announced Oct. 17 a lawsuit against Novolex Holdings LLC, Inteplast ...

SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- California ramped up its efforts to curb plastic pollution Friday - suing three plastic-bag makers, alleging the companies falsely claimed their products were recyclable. State ...

California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a lawsuit Friday against three plastic bag manufacturers for allegedly claiming their bags are recyclable when, in fact, they are not, thereby violating ...

Most companies selling plastic bags in California are misleading consumers about whether their bags are ultimately recycled, Attorney General Rob Bonta alleged in a lawsuit. He brought the suit ...