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Lincoln, NE

Nebraska Examiner

LINCOLN — A new K-12 school funding proposal from a bipartisan segment of five urban and rural Nebraska lawmakers is being pitched as an alternative approach to provide tax relief. State Sen. Jana Hughes of Seward, a former school board member, introduced Legislative Bill 9 on Thursday. She has nicknamed the proposal “Lower the Levy Cap” […]
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Lawmakers propose decade-long plan to reduce Nebraska K-12 property tax rates

Lancaster County, PA

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NewsByJoshua

Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Mississippi State

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Jackson, MS

Mississippi News Group

JACKSON, Miss. - In a decisive move today, State Auditor Shad White announced the arrest of Lacosta Lee, a contracted probation officer affiliated with Court Programs, Inc (CPI), on charges of embezzlement. Special Agents from the State Auditor’s Office took Lee into custody following allegations that she misappropriated funds intended for court-ordered fines and fees.

Probation Officer Arrested in Embezzlement Case

Markets Insider

"When it comes to the housing market, the laws of supply and demand don't seem to apply any longer," the economist David Rosenberg said.

The US housing market has entered bizarro world

Alabama State

When you buy a home, your monthly expenses can run much higher than your mortgage payment. Home insurance, maintenance costs, home association dues and property taxes can spike your monthly outlay by hundreds or even thousands of dollars. That’s why it’s important to keep all of these costs in mind when searching for a home.

7 States With Cheap Housing Markets and Low Property Taxes

A Piece of Travel

Considering retiring somewhere new? The city you choose can have a huge impact on your finances and well-being. According to research by U.S. News & World Report, your golden years could shine even brighter depending on where you decide to settle down.

50 Best U.S. Cities for Retirement, Ranked

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Las Vegas, NV

Gainesville, FL

According to the Eviction Lab at Princeton University, home evictions have surged by over 15% nationwide compared to pre-pandemic levels, with five cities experiencing a particularly severe increase of at least 30%, driven by rising rent prices, high demand, and steep mortgage rates, causing significant financial strain especially on households without college degrees, who spend nearly 10% of their annual expenditures on rent.

Skyrocketing Evictions: The Top 5 U.S. Cities Feeling the Squeeze

New York Post

A Sydney landlord has advertised an enclosed balcony for rent at $969 a month, as the dire state of Australia’s housing market is laid bare.

NYC tenant makes life living hell for neighbors by running naked through hall, bashing walls with hammer: ‘We’re all terrified’

The Facebook Marketplace listing describes the balcony in Haymarket in Sydney’s inner suburbs as a “sunny room” that is fit to accommodate one person.

Images show the room decked out with a single bed, a mirror, blinds and a rug over what is likely tiled flooring.

How Baby Boomer ‘Boommates’ are beating inflation and loneliness: ‘I’m happy as a...

Balcony with single mattress listed for nearly $1K a month as housing prices soar

Nashville, TN

Evictions have climbed 35% year-per-year in cities around the Sun Belt, according to data from a Princeton research group.

Soaring rents have sent evictions spiking 35% in pandemic boom towns

Fox Business

Middle-income households are feeling the squeeze after years of elevated inflation, and 66% reported they are falling behind due to the high cost of living in the U.S.

Two-thirds of middle-income Americans say they are falling behind due to cost of living: Primerica

North Carolina State

Town Talks

Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

High interest rates and tight housing supply are hurting both homebuyers and sellers. The extent of the residential real estate crisis varies widely from state to state, and in some top states, climate risks are also rising. Because companies consider the residential real estate market when deciding where to locate,...

These are America's 10 best states for buying and selling a home in 2024, with a big caveat at No. 1

MarketRealist

Earlier this year, the "tiniest apartment in Manhattan" available to rent for $1,200 a month made headlines.

This balcony with a bed is listed for rent at $244 per week; landlord calls it a 'sunny room'

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – An Essex County man has been charged with numerous offenses related to narcotics distribution and firearms trafficking. Kyrell Domnie, 39, of Irvington, known by the alias "Fly Ky," was charged by complaint and appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Cathy L. Waldor in Newark federal court on July 17, 2024. He remains detained following the hearing.

Convicted Felon Faces Multiple Narcotics and Firearms Charges

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Hawaii State

A recent study revealed the most appealing states for those planning their retirement in 2024. The ranking, which considered factors like cost of living, healthcare, climate, and crime rates, put Hawaii at number one. Surprisingly, Nebraska and Iowa followed closely due to their low cost of living and impressive healthcare facilities.

Hawaii ranks first in retirement appeal study

Fortune

Renters are getting better deals on apartments now, but asking rents are still considerably higher than pre-pandemic. For years, it’s felt as if rent has gotten out of control. And that’s partially true, considering median rent prices are more than 21% higher today than they were in 2019. But rents are starting to drop ever so slightly.

Renters finally get some good news as power begins to swing away from landlords

Virginia State

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

Tupelo, MS

Traci D. Franklin, a 52-year-old resident of Tupelo, was arrested by the Tupelo Police Department on June 28, 2024, following the issuance of a Lee County Circuit Court Capias Warrant.

Tupelo police make arrest on woman for not returning rental property to Best Way

Oklahoma Voice

President Joe Biden wants to cap yearly rent increases on corporate owned properties nationwide at 5% and free up federal land in Nevada to build more affordable housing. The White House announced a series of proposals on Tuesday to address the growing housing crisis, which includes calling on Congress to pass legislation to stabilize rents […]
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Renters would get some relief, too, under a pair of legislative proposals

LINCOLN — Nebraska renters would get some financial relief in the form of an income tax credit under a pair of proposals to be considered by...

Renters would get some relief, too, under a pair of legislative proposals

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