Residents of two buildings owned by Daniel Ohebshalom, located at 705 and 709 170th Street, Washington Heights, have been enduring appalling living conditions. A plethora of issues, including giant cracks in walls, sewage leaks, and rampant trash accumulation, has prompted the issuance of an arrest warrant for the landlord. City’s Pursuit of Justice Despite years … Read more
In the depths of winter, Mamdou, an 18-year-old orphan from Guinea, found himself navigating the complexities of homelessness in New York City. Despite enduring a perilous journey across the world, his search for stability led him to the Roosevelt Hotel and eventually Covenant House, a specialized youth shelter. Homeless Youth and Migrant Arrivals The intersection … Read more
Maryland’s House Bill 1515 Takes Center Stage Del. Moon’s Fiscal Vision – Maryland’s Revenue Landscape According to CBS News, Maryland’s House of Delegates recently introduced Maryland’s House Bill 1515 aiming to lower the state’s sales tax from six percent to five percent. However, this comes with a catch Maryland’s House Bill 1515 proposes expanding sales … Read more
UnitedHealth Group Post-Cyberattack Government Urges UnitedHealth Group to Lead Swift Financial Aid According to AOL, The US government is asking insurance companies to hurry up and pay healthcare providers from UnitedHealth Group after a cyberattack messed up their payment systems. This attack affected Change Healthcare, a part of UnitedHealth Group, a huge health IT company that … Read more
Navigating Financial Variances in Electric Vehicles $7,500 Tax Credit – Streamlined Access for EV Buyers According to the Ascent, Electric cars are becoming more popular but they come with financial differences compared to traditional cars. Things like taxes, insurance, and maintenance work in unique ways for electric vehicles (EVs). Manufacturers, sellers, and insurers are still … Read more
Unlocking Financial Relief – The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Easing the Burden of Adoption Costs According to the Ascent, As tax time gets closer families with lower incomes should check out the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). It could give them up to $7,430 in relief. If you adopted a child there’s an adoption … Read more
Christian Valdez, a 35-year-old Brooklyn resident, entered a plea of not guilty during his arraignment following allegations of shoving his girlfriend onto subway tracks in Manhattan over the weekend. The charges against him include attempted murder and felony assault, as authorities continue their investigation into the disturbing incident. The Harrowing Incident The altercation unfolded at … Read more
Disney enthusiasts may soon find themselves traversing the enchanting landscapes of Arendelle from “Frozen” or exploring the vibrant streets of “Zootopia” within the confines of Disney’s California theme parks. The company is seeking approval from local officials for an extensive expansion plan that could redefine the visitor experience over the next four decades. A Creative … Read more
Federal-State Tax Return Filing for Eligible Taxpayers Integration for Effortless Federal-State Tax Return Filing According to Dcourier, The Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) started the Direct File tool and FileYourStateTaxes on March 12. This initiative is part of the IRS Direct File pilot allowing eligible taxpayers to e-file federal-state tax return filing for free. Arizona … Read more
Local Media Advocates Rally in Hastings-on-Hudson Crisis Empire State Coalition Champions Local Journalism Sustainability Act According to River Journal, Americans advocating for state laws to address the decline of local media met at the rally in Hastings-on-Hudson pointing out a worsening crisis in local journalism. Recent decisions by publications like The Scarsdale Inquirer, Rivertowns Enterprise, and … Read more