Minnesota State

Minneapolis, MN

Columbus, OH

Massachusetts State

If you're thinking of living on your own, you'll need to make about $45,000 per year in most states just to get by. That's roughly the median income needed to cover basic expenses, according to a new analysis by SmartAsset, which looked at estimates for housing, transportation, health care, taxes and other common expenses, as tracked by the MIT Living Wage calculator.

The salary a single person needs to make ends meet in every U.S. state

Newark, NJ

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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

Business Insider

Even homeowners are struggling with rising costs, as insurance premiums and home repairs balloon.

Some homeowners are doing surprisingly badly, even as their homes grow more valuable than ever

New Jersey State

Olmsted County, MN

TooFab

Margot Lewis, of Iowa, has now been charged with second degree murder in the death of her ex, 35-year-old Minnesota DJ and activist, Liara Tsai.

New Details Emerge After Apparent Murder Victim Is Discovered Inside Car After Crash

Homeownership has long been a cornerstone of the American Dream, symbolizing stability, success and financial security. However, the landscape of homeownership is rapidly evolving due to various economic, technological and societal shifts. Understanding what the future of homeownership looks like can help potential buyers, current homeowners and industry professionals navigate this changing terrain. In this article, we will explore the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the future of homeownership.

What the future of homeownership looks like

Ali Carney, 46, of Newark, received a 65-month prison sentence for conspiring to distribute narcotics, including fentanyl and heroin, and possessing with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Gang Member Sentenced to 65 Months for Drug Trafficking

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

Detroit, MI

DETROIT — The federal government is laying the groundwork for a potentially major change to the nation’s largest rental assistance program, aiming to test an idea that would allow low-income tenants to pay rent directly with cash, rather than use traditional housing vouchers. On Wednesday afternoon in Detroit,...

The federal government’s new plan to (maybe) give renters straight cash

San Francisco, CA

Joshua Tree, CA

GOBankingRates

The real estate market has grown substantially from year to year over the past decade. According to Statista, the residential real estate market is seeing a surge in demand and is projected to...

Housing Market 2024: Cross These 4 Cities Off Your Homebuying List

Hawaii State

If you've recently considered moving to Hawaii, you know how expensive the state is compared to much of the rest of the United States. In fact, just 20% of households in the state can afford to buy a...

The Best and Worst Cities in Hawaii for Your Finances

"The middle class is shrinking." You may have heard this phrase repeated on the news or during conversations with friends. Find Out: Here's How Much the Definition of Middle Class Has Changed in Every...

What Is the Median Household Income for the Lower Middle Class in 2024?

Georgia State

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Coffee County, GA

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

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Renting a property can be a complex relationship between landlords and tenants. While tenants often wonder what landlords think of them, the reality is that landlords have their own perspectives and concerns. In this article, we’ll explore some of the common things landlords discuss behind renters’ backs, giving you insight into their point of view. Understanding these insights can help improve the landlord-tenant relationship and create a more harmonious living situation.

What landlords say behind renters’ backs

Louisville Public Media

In nearly half of metro areas, buyers must make more than $100,000 to afford a median-priced home, a Harvard University report finds. And home prices this year reached a new all-time high.

U.S. home prices have far outpaced paychecks. See what it looks like where you live

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

Daily Mail

Many Americans are moving from large coastal cities to smaller towns, with states like California losing significant populations. Cities and towns across the US are offering financial incentives

How seven US cities are offering residents up to $50,000 to move there

Forty-three percent of last year's home buyers used a gift from family or friends to help with their down payment, the most since at least 2018. SEATTLE, June 20, 2024 -- To comfortably afford a typical U.S. home, a home buyer making the median income needs to put down nearly $127,750, or 35.4%, a new Zillow® analysis shows. Five years ago, when mortgage rates were hovering just above 4% and the typical home was worth about 50% less, that home would have been affordable with no money down.

To afford a monthly mortgage payment, middle-class Americans need to put more than $127,000 down

As you plan out your future retirement years, you might want to think about adding some kind of supplemental income to your regular retirement savings. This could be in the form of rental properties,...

I’m a Realtor: 8 Tips on Renting Out Property To Make Money During Retirement

New York City, NY

The New York borough of Manhattan is the most expensive place to live in the U.S. — and the cost of living in the No. 2 place isn't even close. The cost of living in Manhattan is more than twice the national average. The second- and third-most expensive places are Honolulu and San Jose, California, but in comparison, they are much more affordable. Manhattan is 24% more expensive than Honolulu and 30% more expensive than San Jose.

The 10 U.S. places with the highest cost of living—No. 1 costs more than double the national average

Mendota, MN

Hopkins, MN

Maple Plain, MN

Loretto, MN

Navarre, MN

Maple Grove, MN

Minnetonka, MN

Eden Prairie, MN

Circle Pines, MN

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Senior renters are Struggling; Problems at Bii Di Gain are the Tip of the Iceberg

A longer version of this piece first appeared in Sahan Journal, a nonprofit newsroom covering Minnesota’s immigrants and communities of color. You can access it at...

Senior renters are Struggling; Problems at Bii Di Gain are the Tip of the Iceberg

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