Arkansas State

NBC News

In a swath of Arizona desert that will soon be home to a multibillion-dollar semiconductor plant, Justin Azbill stood before thousands of construction workers and told the story of the day he almost took his life. Pressure had been building on Azbill for months at his job as safety director...

Construction workers are dying by suicide at an alarming rate

The construction industry continues to struggle to retain young workers, which is a problem as Baby Boomers are projected to age out of the workforce by 2030. According to For Construction Pros, the labor shortage remains a major area of concern for many industry professionals, with research showing there are open positions at 85% of construction firms. At the same time, 10,000 people are retiring per day. Because of this, promoting construction careers to younger generations is essential to address the workforce gap and sustain industry growth. This can be done in a number of ways, including early engagement through school programs, developing talent internally, and recruiting underrepresented communities, among other methods.

As Professionals Age Out of the Construction Industry, Young Workers Are Needed to Fill the Gap

The construction industry is at a pivotal moment. With an aging workforce, evolving technology, and a need to adapt to changing demands, the future of construction hinges on the ability to attract, develop, and retain a skilled workforce. With the younger generation largely not realizing what a fulfilling and lucrative career can be had in construction, many challenges exist, such as developing the crucial role of women in the industry and remaining competitive with top-tier talent. Shaping your company’s future for the better will all come down to how these issues are handled.

The Evolution of the Construction Workforce

Workplace satisfaction is more important than ever before for retaining employees, with one recent survey finding that 77% of workers were more likely to stay with an employer if satisfied with their company’s organizational culture. To uncover which industries have the most satisfied employees, TollFreeForwarding.com researched online review data...

Construction Workers Satisfied with Jobs, Wages Rise 20%+ Since 2021

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FinanceBuzz

Ditch the college debt and still earn big. Discover 15 lucrative jobs that break the mold, offering a comfortable income without a 4-year degree.

15 Jobs That Pay Over $75K and Don’t Require a 4-Year Degree

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A fight between passengers marred the final night of a Carnival Cruise Line sailing on June 6th. The incident, which unfolded in the Lido Deck dining room onboard the Carnival Paradise, involved a group of women and resulted in thrown chairs and plates.

Cruise Ship Fight Near Buffet Captured on Camera, Passengers Banned for Life

Newark, NJ

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Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Saint Johns County, FL

Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

North Carolina State

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Town Talks

A Raleigh suburb is the safest town in North Carolina, a new report finds. Fuquay-Varina ranks No. 1 on a list of smaller cities boasting lower crime rates and a lower financial toll on residents, according to results published by Moneygeek.

The safest place to live in North Carolina? This ranks as the state’s No. 1 town

The 2024 Paving Top 50 moved in an unexpected direction this year. In our analysis of the data from 2022 and 2023, which saw a huge amount of growth to the tune of approximately $170 million in paving-only sales, from $742,226,477 to $913,190,892. We predicted that, while the market would not likely see an increase of that magnitude, it would still see some increase due to broader market factors like overall customer demand, inflation, and materials. However, that does not appear to be the case.

Top 50 Paving Contractors 2024

New Jersey State

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

Denver, CO

David Heitz

The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

According to the report by Expert Market Research (EMR), the agriculture tractors market size reached a value of USD 89.25 billion in 2023. Aided by technological advancements, increasing farm mechanisation, and active government initiatives in the field of agriculture, the market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.50% between 2024 and 2032 to reach a value of USD 144.69 billion by 2032.

Global Agriculture Tractors Market Size, Share, Industry Report, Analysis and Forecast 2024-2032

Reading, PA

Mahanoy City, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

MAHANOY CITY – Two members of a motorcycle club were convicted on federal charges, accused...
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Convicted motorcycle club members orchestrated ‘brutal’ home-invasion in Mahanoy, feds say

Gloucester County, NJ

Franklinville, NJ

FRANKLINVILLE, N.J. -A Gloucester County, New Jersey, man admitted today that he defrauded the government of more than $200,000 in Social Security and Medicaid benefits, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Man Guilty of $200K Social Security & Medicaid Fraud

Essex County, NJ

Omar Khater, 33, orchestrated a scheme to steal identities and file false tax returns. Fairfield, NJ – Omar Khater, a tax preparer from Essex County, was sentenced to 57 months in prison for his role in a conspiracy to defraud the IRS of over $4.4 million. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced the sentencing today.

Essex County Tax Preparer Sentenced: $4.4M IRS Fraud

Tractor Supply is eliminating its diversity, equity and inclusion roles, withdrawing its carbon-emission goals, ending support for Pride events and voting efforts, and ceasing data-sharing with LGBTQ+ advocacy group the Human Rights Campaign. In a statement published Thursday, the retailer said the retreat is in response to customer feedback and...

Tractor Supply slashes all DEI roles, carbon-emission goals and Pride support

Job seekers in today's competitive labor market are feeling whiplash compared to flush times during the Great Resignation, but new compensation data shows some roles are on the rebound. Businesses are on a hiring tear for three roles in particular — machine learning engineers, technical recruiters and office managers —...

Companies are on a hiring spree for these 3 jobs paying $100,000 or more—and offers are rising

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People have different levels of maturity. An individual’s age or upbringing can make them possess certain traits. Yet, most people believe that one matures as they grow old. On the contrary, some zodiac signs appear childish in old age. They are jumpy and careless. This strains their relationships with signs who misunderstand them. Air and fire signs are temperamental and some people refer to them as being childish. How can you identify an immature sign?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Immature

WATN Local Memphis

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Construction industry sees prolonged projects due to worker shortage

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — In a recent Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) survey, 58% of respondents reported a “severe” or “very severe” labor shortage. According to...

Construction industry sees prolonged projects due to worker shortage

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