is there a website to get an updated list of things we may carry in our carry on bags? thank you

I can't seem to find on the link if carry ons (attache case, small duffle) are allowed or if everything still goes into plastic bags. Anyone know?

I'm not sure I understand your question JR. Are you asking if carry-ons are allowed on a plane? Or do you want to know if liquids are allowed in carry-ons?

You are allowed 3 ozs of any "approved" liquid or gel product which must be in 3 oz containers or smaller. The containers must all fit in 1 quart size clear plastic zip-lock bag. And only one bag per person. This can be in a carry-on. And as for size of carry-on, each airline has their own specs which can be found here

I wanted to know if carry ons, with exception of clear plastic bags, were still prohibited.

I don't think carry-ons were ever prohibited. It was liquids IN carry-ons that were prohibited.

Carry-Ons were prohibited for a very short time and then only with Britain's trans-Atlantic flights. This was back in August of this year, right after the British officials found out about a terrorist plot to blow up several US bound airlines.