Memphis Mayor Paul Young has put forth a proposal for a 75-cent property tax increase, sparking concerns from local business leaders and residents alike. The Greater Memphis Chamber has released a statement urging elected officials to explore alternatives to this tax hike, fearing its potential chilling effect on business investment in the city. Mayor Young … Read more
Democratic Governor Roy Cooper of North Carolina has unveiled his budget proposal, aiming to allocate a portion of the state’s $1.4 billion revenue surplus towards significant raises for teachers and state employees. Cooper’s plan includes an 8.5% pay raise for teachers, along with a $1,500 retention bonus. State employees would also see a 5% raise, … Read more
In a resounding display of bipartisan unity, the US Senate has approved a $95 billion foreign aid bill aimed at bolstering support for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. President Joe Biden has lauded Congress for answering “history’s call at this critical inflection point” and pledged to sign the bill immediately. The passage of this legislation marks … Read more
Good news for Indian seniors seeking health insurance coverage! In a significant move aimed at enhancing accessibility to healthcare, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has abolished the age limit restrictions on purchasing health insurance policies, effective from April 1. Previously, individuals in India faced a barrier when attempting to secure health … Read more
In a concerted effort to address the glaring racial disparities in homelessness, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has unveiled a proposal to boost funding by $50 million towards combating the issue. The proposal, if approved, will mark a significant step forward in the state’s commitment to tackling homelessness, particularly within the Black community. A recent report, … Read more
Richard Cordray, the head of the Federal Student Aid (FSA) office, announced his resignation on Friday following a tumultuous period marked by difficulties with the rollout of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms. Cordray’s departure comes amid bipartisan criticism and calls for consequences against the Department of Education for the chaotic … Read more
Haemonetics Settlement Potential Payouts for Illinois Plasma Donors Eligibility and Claim Process for Haemonetics Settlement According to The Suns, If you’ve been to plasma donation places in Illinois from February 4, 2016, to February 8, 2024, you might get money without proving it. This comes from an $8.73 million deal after a big lawsuit against … Read more
Quiver Quantitative Launches Congressional Wealth Tracker: Shedding Light on Politicians’ Financial Moves in Real-Time Tracking Congressional Finances: Quiver Quantitative’s Wealth Tracker Puts Power in the Hands of Regular Americans According to NEW YORK The Sun, the way politicians handle money is getting more attention with a new tool to track how much Congress members are … Read more
Social Security Benefits Set to Increase for Fourth Consecutive Year in 2025 COLA Projection Indicates Potential 2.6% Raise for Social Security Recipients According to FOOL, For older individuals dependent on Social Security, there’s potential for a fourth consecutive year of over 2% benefits increase in 2025, a significant occurrence not seen since 2008. This raise … Read more
Trial Lawyer Firms Diverting Taxpayer Funds to Democrats: Report Raises Concerns Over Lack of Contract Protections Report Exposes Trial Lawyers Using Taxpayer Funds for Democratic Causes: Calls for Increased Oversight and Contract Reforms A new report says that big law firms is known as trial lawyers, are giving lots of money to Democrats using taxpayer … Read more