The South Milwaukee Police Department has launched a homicide investigation after the discovery of a body in a dumpster outside a Pizza Hut establishment. The victim, identified as 55-year-old Alex Stengel, was found deceased in a garbage cart on Wednesday, Feb. 7, in the 100 block of North Chicago Avenue. Authorities have not disclosed the … Read more
Thousands of Maryland residents eagerly awaiting their tax refunds have been met with frustration and uncertainty as delays persist in the processing of returns. The Maryland Office of the Comptroller has attributed these delays to technical issues stemming from the recent launch of their new online tax portal. The system downtime, which occurred between January … Read more
The Minnesota Department of Revenue is taking steps to ensure that thousands of taxpayers receive their entitled rebates. Over 128,000 uncashed tax rebate checks, which had expired after initial issuance, are set to be reissued by the state. Initially distributed checks, which were not cashed in time, will be replaced by new ones issued directly … Read more
Marshawn James Curtis, 30, of Lansing, received a substantial sentence of 17.5 to 80 years for a 2012 rape case following a cold-case investigation and prosecution. Judge James Jamo of the 30th Circuit Court in Ingham County announced the sentencing, which was the culmination of efforts by the Ingham/Jackson Regional Sexual Assault Team. Curtis was … Read more
The looming question on the minds of countless student loan borrowers across the nation pertains to the tax implications of the Student Aid Validation for Education (SAVE) program. As the SAVE initiative garners attention and confusion, borrowers are seeking clarity regarding the taxability of their forgiven student loans. Under the current tax code, forgiven student … Read more
Alaska, known for its breathtaking landscapes and frontier spirit, boasts a unique advantage among American states: no state income tax. While this policy might seem like a financial boon, it comes with its own set of challenges and considerations for residents. Living in a state without income tax is often viewed as an attractive prospect … Read more
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office recently made a grim discovery in Macon, Georgia, as deputies found the decomposing body of a missing 43-year-old man wrapped in a blanket and stuffed inside a chimney of a home he was renting. Anthony Rumplik, who had been missing since December 28, 2023, was last seen near the 2200 … Read more
In the midst of economic uncertainties, the United States Federal Government announces the rollout of the Fourth Wave of Stimulus Checks, slated for distribution in February 2024. Expected to reach eligible citizens in 9 out of 20 states across the nation, this stimulus package aims to provide crucial financial support to individuals grappling with ongoing … Read more
Las Vegas, NV – Former University of Alabama defensive lineman, Isaiah Buggs, has etched his name into Crimson Tide history once again as he clinched victory in Super Bowl LVIII with the Kansas City Chiefs. Buggs, who spent two regular seasons with the Detroit Lions before joining the Chiefs’ practice squad, contributed to Kansas City’s … Read more
Employer-driven disability initiatives are proving to be a win-win scenario for both individuals with disabilities and the companies that implement them. Recent research published in the Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation sheds light on the key factors that contribute to the success of these initiatives, with a focus on companies in Utah. Led by Dr. Brian … Read more