Maryland State

Columbus, OH

Baltimore, MD

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A Dime Saved

Rising crime rates and a lack of safety in the wealthiest country in the world have been hot topics across both sides of the political aisle recently. Discussion about crime took center stage during the recent midterm elections, with Republicans pouring as much as $40 million on ads related to rising crime, according to an NPR analysis of data from AdImpact.

4 of the Most Dangerous Cities Are in the U.S.

Rhode Island State

GOBankingRates

There's just something about oceans and other water bodies that seem to invoke a sense of calm and peace. If you're like many Americans, then you probably also get a thrill out of watching majestic...

50 Waterfront Cities Where Homes Are a Total Steal

South Carolina State

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A Piece of Travel

Stephanie Tanner's iconic "How rude!" line from the 1987 sitcom Full House is a phrase that some Americans use more than they'd like to. According to data by Zippia, while some states are brimming with kindness, others could definitely use a crash course in basic manners.

Rudest States in America Ranked From 1 to 50

This Saturday morning, fans of the Minnesota Vikings and football fans as a whole have received devastating news. Khyree Jackson, who the Vikings selected in the fourth round of this past April’s NFL Draft, was killed in a car accident in the early hours of Saturday morning. He was just 24 years old. Two of Jackson’s high school teammates were also killed in the crash, which took place in Maryland.

Khyree Jackson dies in automobile accident in Maryland

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United Parcel Service (UPS) is set to close a major distribution center in Baltimore County this August, resulting in the layoff of 540 employees. The company filed a mass layoff notice with the Maryland Department of Labor detailing plans to cease operations at its sorting facility near the intersection of Interstates 95 and 695 on August 23.

Maryland Hit Hard: Thousands of Jobs Lost as Businesses Announce Layoffs

Arizona State

Thinking about making a move to Arizona? Whether you're planning to relocate your family for a new job opportunity or want to downsize and move out of state to enjoy your retirement years, ideally the...

23 Safest and Cheapest Cities To Live in Arizona

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

Florida State

Gainesville, FL

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3 Florida Cities Named Among The 'Top 100 Places To Live In The US'

Time Out

For many, a huge appeal for vacation is the chance to wander around city neighborhoods on foot, having a cup of coffee here, browsing through shop racks there, stopping at a bakery, spending a few hours at a museum or art gallery. Sometimes, these pedestrian zones might even be blocked by car traffic, so you freely ramble without needing to look both ways before crossing. Plus, walking is good for health and less expensive than renting a car. While we often go abroad and are charmed by those cobblestoned streets and medieval passages brimming with shops and eateries, we’re often hard-pressed to find these walkable cities in a landscape dotted with strip malls, where “Main Street” is often shuttered. (And while Europe and other parts of the world are covered in rails, making it possible to ditch a car and move about freely via train, our rail system is not yet that comprehensive). But fear not, there are plenty of U.S. cities where pleasant strolling can still happen, according to Smart Growth America and its 2023 Foot Traffic Ahead Report. This study looked at the 35 largest metropolitan areas in the U.S. and ranked them for their walkability.

These are the most walkable cities in the U.S.

New Jersey State

You'll need to earn nearly $60,000 annually to live alone in Massachusetts, the most expensive state in the U.S. when it comes to basic costs, according to a recent SmartAsset analysis. That figure includes estimates for how much a single-person household needs to cover housing, transportation, health care, taxes and...

The 15 U.S. states with the highest cost of living for single people—No. 1 isn't California, New York or Hawaii

CBS Miami

MIAMI -- In South Florida hundreds of workers are exposed to extreme heat, according to WeCount – a worker's center led by people who work outdoors."This is hot, hot… very hot," said a landscaper who goes by Mr. Knox, referring to working over eight hours a day under the heat advisory weather conditions in South Florida. "Without the breaks, staying in the sun too much and not hydrating, you pretty much can have a heat stroke," he added.Echoing him are agriculture workers, car washers, and roofers – just some of the men working outdoors on the Fourth of July holiday. ...

Outdoor workers react to federal government's heat protection proposal which Florida blocked

California State

Hawaii State

Business Insider

The construction company built the house on the wrong plot after incorrectly identifying it using telephone poles.

A Hawaii judge ordered the demolition of a house after a California woman bought a vacant plot, only to discover the building on her land

Flagstaff, AZ

According to a recent article in USA Today, Arizona is the third most affordable state to live in the United States. Another study, however, found that the cost of living in the Grand Canyon State is...

See Why These Arizona Cities Have the Highest and Lowest Cost of Living So Far in 2024

WyoFile

Within hours of the sighting on Wednesday, Frank van Manen caught word that there was a grizzly sow with five cubs in tow spotted in Yellowstone National Park. Five cubs following mom is so unlikely that van Manen, who leads the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team, pondered an explanation.

Five grizzly bear cubs make the largest litter in Yellowstone-area history

Illinois State

Chicago, IL

Chicago Happenings

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

Raleigh, NC

Buffalo, NY

The dream of homeownership has been very difficult to achieve for many Americans lately. The combination of exploding mortgage rates, low inventory and high home prices have paved a difficult road for...

3 Best Places to Buy a House Because of the Climate Change Real Estate Bubble

Colorado State

San Francisco, CA

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Advisory Board listed the 10 healthiest places to live across the country

Three California Cities Named Among The 'Healthiest Places To Live' In US

UPI News

Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said Wednesday that more than $600 million in infrastructure funding is being made available to communities around the country.

Communities to get $600 million from DOT from Biden infrastructure law

FinanceBuzz

Dreaming of a budget-friendly retirement in South Carolina? Find out which five cities provide an ideal combination of affordability and charm.

5 Best South Carolina Cities to Retire In With Just $2,000 a Month

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Secretary’s Message: Maryland Is Stronger With Planned Climate Resilience

ANNAPOLIS, Md. – The recent dry spell notwithstanding, the Atlantic hurricane season is underway. NOAA National Weather Service forecasters’ outlook for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season,...

Secretary’s Message: Maryland Is Stronger With Planned Climate Resilience

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