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Real estate agent Connie Carter says DMV homeowners want to downsize, but it's not so simple: There's limited inventory in most buyers' budgets, thanks to high home prices and mortgage rates. Why it matters: Finding a buyer isn't a problem — finding somewhere for the seller to go is.

Downsizing isn't so simple for DMV empty nesters

Miami, FL

Axios Miami

The next generation of comedy stars is doing pop-up shows in secret locations across Miami.The big picture: Viral videos of Don't Tell Comedy sets have accelerated the careers of comedians like Ralph Barbosa, Susan Rice, Katherine Blanford, Alec Flynn and Lea'h Sampson.How it works: Founded in 2017, the company creates pop-up comedy shows in unique, nontraditional locations like candy stores, rock climbing gyms or a luxury suite at a baseball stadium.When you buy a ticket to a show, the only information provided is the date, time and general location (like Pinecrest or Coconut Grove).The specific location of the performance is...

Miami's new comedy scene is a secret

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Chicago, IL

Axios Chicago

It may be hard to keep up with the newly realigned Big Ten conference, as 18 schools now populate the megaconference. But don't let that stop you from heading out to a local sports bar to support your team.The big picture: The city is a popular Midwest destination for many alumni to settle after college, so it's not surprising that we have several restaurants and bars that cater to out-of-town fandoms.On any given Saturday morning, you can see Michigan, Iowa and Purdue flags flying in front of sports bars and taverns, signaling a friendly meeting place for fans to watch...

Guide: Chicago's Big Ten bars

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They can’t believe the employee’s response. An attempt at reviewing desserts from Crumbl Cookies took an awkward turn for two TikTokers who weren’t happy with the Oreo cheesecake.

‘They’re doing something wrong’: Crumbl customers ask for a refund after ordering Oreo cheesecake.

Charlotte, NC

Axios Charlotte

30 highly anticipated restaurants, bars and breweries are opening in Charlotte in the next year or so.Here's our list of the most anticipated openings, in chronological order.State of play: Restaurant opening dates are notorious for being pushed back, especially because of permit approval delays and supply chain issues slowing down build-outs and renovations. Many of the timelines listed are approximated based on the owners' understanding.This list only includes new restaurants, bars and other establishments in Charlotte. It doesn't feature big expansions like Suffolk Punch's expansion to Birkdale Village or Giddy Goat's upcoming location in South End. Editor’s note: This guide...

The 30 most highly anticipated restaurants and bars opening soon in Charlotte

New Orleans, LA

Contractors are expected to start demolishing the former Six Flags' rides and attractions next month in New Orleans, the developer says. Why it matters: The abandoned theme park is one of the city's most visible reminders left from Hurricane Katrina's devastation 19 years ago today. The big picture: Bayou Phoenix,...

Six Flags' demolition expected to start in September

San Antonio, TX

Beloved Cajun restaurant Acadiana Cafe closed its doors Thursday after serving San Antonio for 38 years, but the recipes will live on in the kitchens of its fans — even those who never had the chance to visit. Catch up quick: Acadiana announced its closure in July. Hacienda Vallarta...

Acadiana Cafe's beloved Cajun recipes live on after restaurant closes

Philadelphia, NY

A 650-square-foot storage building in Germantown has been transformed into a new museum aimed at highlighting the stories of formerly incarcerated people. Why it matters: The Formerly Incarcerated Renaissance Museum, or F.I.R.M, is a beacon of hope for many, including 400,000 Philadelphians with criminal convictions, about the possibilities of life after prison.

Philadelphia has a new museum celebrating the formerly incarcerated

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Horoscope for Sunday, September 1st

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According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

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Miami is the rudest city in the country, according to language-learning platform Preply.Why it matters: It doesn't. How's that for rude, Preply?What they did: The study (if you can call it that) surveyed an undisclosed number of Americans across the country about "rude behaviors" such as lack of self-awareness, talking on speakerphone in a shared space and not acknowledging strangers.They applied scores to responses and adjusted them on a scale of 0 to 10.What they found: Tampa took the No. 3 spot, so Florida was well represented in the top five that also included Philadelphia (2), Louisville, Kentucky (4) and...

Apparently, Miami is the rudest city in the country

Florida State

Good news for Miamians itching to score a Celia Cruz quarter: The U.S. Mint has shipped out nearly 4 million of the specialty coins to Florida. So it should be just a matter of time before you find the Queen of Salsa in your change. Why it matters: The limited-edition...

More than 50 million Celia Cruz quarters in circulation nationally

Boston, MA

San Antonio's bars and restaurants that use the Square payment system are doing slightly more business at night than they did before the pandemic. Why it matters: The information suggests that local nightlife is steadily rebounding after COVID-era lockdowns. What they did: Square looked at the share of all of...

San Antonio's nightlife rebound exceeds pre-COVID activity

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(The Center Square) - The California State Senator who switched from the Democratic to Republican party mid-session claims she has been stripped of her committee assignments and the Latino Caucus as “retribution” for leaving the Democratic Caucus.
                While Senate Democratic leaders say it’s standard to remove individuals from committees to figure out how to maintain appropriate party balance in committees, the Latino Caucus says State Sen. Marie Alvarado-Gil, R-Jackson, a Latina woman, was removed from the group just for being a Republican.
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California State Sen. removed from Latino Caucus for switching to GOP

(The Center Square) - The California legislature passed a bill allowing undocumented students to work at public college campuses, just one day after the California Senate approved making undocumented immigrants eligible for up to $150,000 in state home "loan" programs. In January, California’s state public healthcare system expanded coverage to all undocumented immigrants, whose MediCal coverage is expected to cost $5 billion this year.
                “California is home to 83,000 undocumented students,” said State Sen. Maria Elena Durazo on the Senate floor hearing on August 20....

CA legislature passes bill to let undocumented students work at public colleges

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

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It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

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Lavender marriage is a term and practice that's been around for decades. The practice began in the early 20th century and was often associated with LGBTQ+ film stars of the time. The marriage is one of convenience between two people, often one or both of who are LGBTQ+.

Lavender Marriages Are Becoming More Popular

Manhattan, NY

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Five Columbia University students and graduates are seeking damages against those they say organized and backed anti-Israel encampments on campus.

Columbia University students file lawsuit against organizers, supporters of anti-Israel campus encampments

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\"March\" co-author returns with comics about U.S. Constitution amendments

The Atlanta author who created and co-wrote Congressman John Lewis' gripping graphic novel memoir explores the complex history behind the U.S. Constitution's amendments and the country's...

"March" co-author returns with comics about U.S. Constitution amendments

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