Mattoon, Illinois – In a recent study conducted by Saturday Night Science, Mattoon, Illinois, has emerged as the most affordable place to live in the state for the year 2024. The study, which analyzed data from the US Census Bureau on median housing costs, median income, and overall cost of living, found that Mattoon offers … Read more
Massachusetts is ramping up efforts to address the pressing issue of homelessness and affordable housing, allocating millions of dollars to bolster shelter capacities and fund income-restricted homes. With the state grappling with an influx of migrants and an extensive waitlist for shelter accommodations, legislative action and local initiatives aim to provide relief to vulnerable families. … Read more
The Tennessee House of Representatives has made significant amendments to a bill aimed at repealing and refunding the state’s franchise tax, resulting in a reduced refund amount of $813.5 million. House Bill 1893, which introduces key changes to the refund process, mandates the disclosure of companies benefiting from the refund on the website of Tennessee’s … Read more
Michigan residents are being urged to check their records and file their 2020 tax returns if they haven’t already done so, as the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announces that approximately 35,000 individuals in the state are owed refunds totaling $38,274,800. The average refund amount for Michiganders stands at $976, with a median refund of $932. … Read more
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reports that over $1 billion in tax refunds from the 2020 tax year remain unclaimed, urging taxpayers to take action before the extended deadline of May 17. Across the United States, an estimated 940,000 individuals have yet to file their 2020 tax returns, with over 10,000 people in Nevada alone … Read more
In a surprising turn of events, the serene town of Roseburg, Oregon, has emerged as the state’s most dangerous city, according to recent statistics. Despite its tranquil setting, Roseburg contends with a relatively high crime rate, surpassing larger urban centers like Portland in violent incidents per capita. With a population of just under 24,000, Roseburg … Read more
Virginia’s Republican Governor, Glenn Youngkin, made headlines last Thursday as he vetoed two significant Democratic-backed bills. The bills, one concerning the legalization of recreational marijuana sales and the other addressing a minimum wage increase, were top priorities for the Democratic-controlled General Assembly. The veto decision did not come as a surprise, as Governor Youngkin had … Read more
As the tax season unfolds, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is sending out a clarion call to Americans: check your records for potential unclaimed refunds before it’s too late. With a looming deadline of May 17, 2024, taxpayers across the nation, including thousands in Texas, have an opportunity to claim their share of over $1 … Read more
Child advocacy groups in New York, led by the Schuyler Center for Analysis and Advocacy, are urging state leaders to take action against the alarming rates of child poverty. With cities like Syracuse, Rochester, and Buffalo ranking among the top 10 in the nation for child poverty rates, the need for intervention is dire. The … Read more
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is facing criticism and scrutiny over the lack of transparency regarding the allocation of taxpayer dollars for migrant shelters in the city. Despite mounting pressure for clarity, Johnson and city officials have refused to disclose detailed expenditure information, leaving citizens and officials alike questioning where millions of dollars are being directed. … Read more