The Washington D.C. Council has finalized a $21 billion budget amidst significant financial strains exacerbated by declining revenues and the cessation of federal pandemic aid. This budget, described as one of the most contentious in recent history, includes provisions aimed at addressing housing needs but has drawn criticism for its tax increases and funding allocations. … Read more
As June 17 approaches, freelancers, gig workers, and small business owners across the United States are reminded of their upcoming quarterly estimated tax payment deadline. This obligation affects millions who earn income not subject to regular withholding, necessitating proactive tax payments to the IRS throughout the year. Many Americans engage in self-employment or freelance work, … Read more
In a recent move, Democratic lawmakers have intensified their call for robust action from U.S. financial regulators concerning the escalating risks posed by climate change. Led by Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Rep. Sean Casten, twenty legislators addressed leaders of key regulatory bodies including the Federal Reserve and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency … Read more
The California Department of Housing and Community Development has allocated $83 million in federal funds to six nonprofit developers to construct over 400 affordable apartments in Los Angeles County. This funding is part of a larger $185 million grant aimed at creating 1,284 affordable housing units across the state for extremely low-income households. The allocations … Read more
Michigan State University (MSU) is investing over $18 million per year on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, according to a recent report from The College Fix. The university has employed more than 140 staff members to manage 222 different DEI projects, with 22 initiatives already implemented and 200 more in progress or under review. … Read more
Monroe, Louisiana has recently been labeled as the most dangerous city in America by NeighborhoodScout.com, a ranking that city officials are vigorously contesting. Monroe Mayor Jamie Mayo and Police Chief Eugene Ellis argue that the data used to justify this ranking is flawed and misrepresentative. According to them, the study includes crime statistics from surrounding … Read more
Police in Jackson, Mississippi, have apprehended Daniel Callihan following a grim discovery that has shocked the community. Callihan was arrested after the body of four-year-old Erin Brunett was found, tragically confirming fears about her and her mother’s disappearance. Callie Brunett, 35, and her daughters were reported missing from Loranger, Louisiana, where Callie was later found … Read more
Des Moines, IA – A tragic incident unfolded on June 11th when 16-year-old Mohamed Elzubeir allegedly stabbed his 19-year-old brother, Abdelmagid Elzubeir, in their Oakridge Drive apartment. The altercation resulted in Abdelmagid being critically injured and later succumbing to his wounds at a local hospital. Police responded swiftly to the scene following a distress call … Read more
A Columbia County deputy, Gilbert Lopez, 55, was arrested and subsequently fired on Tuesday following a domestic dispute at his residence. The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office reported that Lopez was charged with disorderly conduct, a county ordinance violation, after an incident involving his wife. Deputies responded to a call at Lopez’s home, where it was … Read more
Fort Myers, FL – A tragic incident unfolded late Sunday night when police fatally shot a man holding a bloody knife and a dismembered human torso in Fort Myers. The suspect, identified as 33-year-old Willy Lumaine, was allegedly in the act of killing his roommate when confronted by officers. On June 9, at approximately 11:30 … Read more