Colorado: Bill for selling liquor in more grocery stores close to passage in Senate
Colorado: Bill for selling liquor in more grocery stores close to passage in Senate Source: Fox 31 by Joe St. George May 6, 2016 A compromise appears to have been reached between stakeholders regarding allowing more full strength beer and liquor to be sold in grocery stores. It passed in a voice vote […]
The U.S. Supreme Court Evaluates Criminal Penalties for Refusing Blood/Breath Alcohol Content Tests
The U.S. Supreme Court Evaluates Criminal Penalties for Refusing Blood/Breath Alcohol Content Tests Verdict By Sherry F. Colb May 5, 2016 The U.S. Supreme Court recently heard oral argument in the case of Birchfield v. North Dakota. The issue that the Court confronts in Birchfield is whether a state law may, absent a search […]
SD: Fewer South Dakota Drivers Licenses are being revoked for DUI
SD: Fewer South Dakota Drivers Licenses are being revoked for DUI KSFY By Bridget Bennett May 5, 2016 Last week Iowa lawmakers began looking into the state’s DUI policies after learning a fatal Interstate 80 crash involving two police officers was caused by a highly-impaired driver. The numbers in Iowa revealed that since […]
Tequila sales are soaring in America
Tequila sales are soaring in America Business Insider By Kate Taylor May 5, 2016 Americans are drinking more tequila than ever before. Tequila sales doubled in the US in the last 10 years, according to the Distilled Spirits Council of the US, reports Bloomberg. While in 2005, Americans were spending just less […]
Kroger drops controversial alcohol payment plan
Kroger drops controversial alcohol payment plan Cincinnati Business Courier By Steve Watkins, Staff Reporter May 5, 2016 Kroger Co. is dropping a controversial plan to change the way alcohol companies get their products onto its store shelves, and the change will give more business to a local retail consultant. Instead of using a new […]
PSU may sell alcohol to (a few) fans
PSU may sell alcohol to (a few) fans Philly.com By Susan Snyder May 6, 2016 A committee of Pennsylvania State University trustees on Thursday recommended that some fans be allowed to buy alcoholic beverages at Beaver Stadium, the Bryce Jordan Center, and other athletic facilities on the main campus. The proposal is expected to […]
The 10 Best Documentaries and Shows About Booze
The 10 Best Documentaries and Shows About Booze DECIDER By Kayla Cobb May 5, 2016 It’s your cure for a rough day and the first thing you think of when you’re looking to party. It’s booze, and most of the world loves it. Whether your drinking habits put a frat boy to shame or […]
NBA to ban alcohol and gambling advertisements on jerseys
NBA to ban alcohol and gambling advertisements on jerseys SportsNaut By Michael Dixon May 4, 2016 The NBA will soon allow advertisements on jerseys but according to ESPN’s Darren Rovell, the companies eligible for advertisements will be limited. Rovell also added that the NBA can veto any other possible company. There are […]
Tequila is one of the healthiest booze choices
Tequila is one of the healthiest booze choices Source: New York Post By Michael Kaplan May 5, 2016 Celebrating Cinco de Mayo doesn’t have to make for a massive hangover. While many associate tequila with nauseous Jose Cuervo nights and nasty hangovers, good tequila – made from 100 percent agave – actually has […]
Let’s end discrimination in the drinks market
Let’s end discrimination in the drinks market Source: Rstreet.com Kevin Kosar May 5th Everyone has heard this basic truth many times: the amount of alcohol is the same in a 1.5 ounce shot of liquor, a 4 ounce glass of wine and a 12-ounce bottle of beer. Guzzle six shots in an hour […]