More than 600,000 Californians with low to moderate incomes haven’t activated their Middle Class Tax Refund prepaid debit cards. This means hundreds of millions of dollars remain unspent, with the funds sitting on cards distributed between October 2022 and February 2023. The Middle Class Tax Refund, a grant from California’s budget surplus, aimed to help … Read more
Two parents in Anderson County, South Carolina, have been accused of sex trafficking their 14-year-old daughter to a 67-year-old man for financial gain. The Anderson County Sheriff’s Office stated that April Lawrence and James Wilson allegedly treated their children as “currency,” seeking money through exploiting their daughter. The investigation, led by Detective Will Freestate, uncovered … Read more
A San Pablo man has been sentenced to four years in state prison for causing a fatal crash nearly four years ago. Jose Hernandez-Alfaro, 36, pleaded no contest to vehicular manslaughter and was sentenced on March 21, as part of a plea deal with Alameda County prosecutors. The crash occurred on September 8, 2021, when … Read more
Louisiana has been ranked the most dangerous state in the nation by two recent reports, setting the stage for Republican Governor-elect Jeff Landry to prioritize crime reduction as his administration’s first order of business. A WalletHub study released on Monday placed Louisiana at the bottom of its safety rankings, citing high rates of violent crimes, … Read more
As the May 17 deadline approaches, approximately 1 million Americans have yet to claim their 2020 tax refunds, leaving over $1 billion unclaimed with the IRS. Texas leads the states with the highest number of eligible taxpayers. Texans at Risk of Missing Out Texas has the largest number of individuals eligible for refunds, with an … Read more
Millions of low-income Americans are set to receive increased financial support later this year due to significant changes in Social Security rules. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has updated a legacy rule concerning Supplemental Security Income (SSI), which will enhance access to benefits for those in need. SSI is a critical program providing monthly checks … Read more
Vancouver, WA – Vancouver police have arrested a man in connection with the recent stabbing incident at Clark College. Salvador Aguilar, 31, was taken into custody around 10 a.m. on Thursday in the Rose Village neighborhood. Aguilar was found asleep in a car on St. Johns Boulevard after officers responded to a tip. Aguilar is … Read more
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Despite a recent decline in shootings and homicides in Portland, a new report reveals that Oregon remains one of the top ten most dangerous states in the U.S., based on violent and property crime rates. Portland Police data highlights a significant reduction in violent incidents over the past three years. In … Read more
California Governor Gavin Newsom announced the expedited release of over $3 billion from a voter-approved bond measure to build and refurbish mental health treatment centers. This move is part of Newsom’s strategy to address homelessness and mental health issues in the state. The funds, available in July, are expected to significantly impact California’s efforts to … Read more
A recent study analyzing crime data from the FBI and National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) has revealed concerning trends in the state of Washington. Despite its reputation for natural beauty and technological innovation, Washington has found itself ranked among the most dangerous states in America. According to the study conducted by the Simmrin Law Group, … Read more