A heated tax dispute in Wiscasset, Maine, has the potential to significantly impact local property taxes, leaving homeowners facing a possible increase of $500 per year on average. The dispute revolves around a revaluation and tax exemption issue that has arisen between Maine Yankee, a nuclear power plant, and the town of Wiscasset. The conflict … Read more
Small Towns Trump Metropolises in State’s Crime Statistics In an unexpected twist, Oregon, known as the Beaver State, grapples with the revelation that its smaller towns outshine urban giants in terms of violent crime rates. The state, while ranking tenth in the nation for violent crime, witnesses petite communities bearing the brunt, leaving even the … Read more
The United Auto Workers (UAW) have issued a stark warning of a potential strike at Ford’s Kentucky Truck Plant, the automaker’s largest and most profitable facility. With negotiations at a standstill for over five months, the UAW has set a strike deadline of February 23, citing unresolved local contract issues affecting approximately 9,000 UAW Local … Read more
Authorities in Texas have intensified efforts to locate missing 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham, though they have yet to locate the subject of this week’s Amber Alert. The search resumed on Saturday morning, focusing on Lake Livingston, a reservoir in East Texas north of Houston. Officials have identified Don Steven McDougal as a person of interest in … Read more
Yale University issued a formal apology on Friday for its historical connections to slavery, following several years of intensive research and study into its involvement with the transatlantic slave trade. In a statement, the prestigious educational institution recognized its role in slavery, as well as the labor, experiences, and contributions of enslaved individuals to its … Read more
In a riveting start to the Genesis Invitational at the historic Riviera Country Club, Patrick Cantlay dazzled with his putting prowess, seizing the lead after an exceptional first round performance. Cantlay, a local favorite hailing from Long Beach, California, showcased his affinity for the course with a scintillating 7-under 64, positioning himself atop the leaderboard. … Read more
The New York Police Department (NYPD) is on the lookout for eight individuals involved in the stabbing of a teenage boy at Coney Island’s transit hub earlier this week. Surveillance images of the group sought in connection with the Wednesday afternoon incident at the Coney Island–Stillwell Avenue D/F/N/Q station have been released by the NYPD. … Read more
Authorities in Arkansas have apprehended a 15-year-old male in connection with a tragic incident that resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including a teenager. The horrifying discovery unfolded over the weekend, sending shockwaves through the community. Emergency responders were dispatched to a residence on Pryor Drive following reports of a structure fire on Saturday, … Read more
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released the anticipated refund dates for taxpayers who have claimed the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC) in their tax returns. Taxpayers across the United States can now plan their finances accordingly as they await their refunds. According to IRS guidelines, taxpayers who have … Read more
In a bid to alleviate the financial strain caused by the ongoing pandemic, the Federal Government has announced a significant relief package targeting vulnerable segments of society. Under the scheme, eligible beneficiaries, including survivors, retirees, and disabled individuals, will receive a one-time payment of $5200 as part of the Social Security Stimulus Checks program, combined … Read more