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Democrats and Republicans target New York in battle for control of House
Market Street in Poughkeepsie, New York, along the Hudson River and steps away from a train station used by New York City commuters, is home to a 19th-century theater, a post office and convention center. It's a short walk to the progressive bastion of Vassar College and a short drive from the presidential library of Franklin Delano Roosevelt. In this unusual election year, it's also where a critical congressional race is playing out, the battle for New York's 18th Congressional District, which is at the epicenter of the fight for control of the House of Representatives. With a perilously narrow majority, Republicans...
Desert Living Now: Mark Williams of Tattoo Mark’s Estate Sales
Local legend Mark Williams, better known as Tattoo Mark. A fixture in the Coachella Valley for 35 years, Mark’s Estate Sales business has gained a devoted following. With his distinctive tattoos and engaging personality, Mark has handled estate sales for celebrities like Frank Capra, Lucille Ball, and Steve Jobs. Born in Turkey and adopted by a military family, Mark’s journey led him to Palm Springs in 1986, where he established his business. Tattoo Mark Estate Sales is known for its inclusivity, handling everything from small estates to multi-million-dollar properties. To learn more, visit tattoomarkestatesales.com.
Women inmates receive vital job training skills as part of California prison program
It's all about second chances for a group of 85 women who are currently incarcerated but just received job certifications in a variety of fields. Some learned how to code, while others learned about construction.The goal is to ensure these women find meaningful employment once they re-enter society.Angela Hernandez made the trip from Stockton to Chino to support her sister as she graduated with a certificate in healthcare facilities management."Today is important for her so it is important for us. So, it was a must to come and support her," Hernandez said.But this was no ordinary graduation. The dozens of...
Bill aimed to reduce overcrowding at animal shelters heads to Assembly Floor
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A bill aimed at helping to reduce overcrowding at animal shelters across the Golden State will advance to the Assembly Floor. Senator Scott Wilk proposed SB 1233 and hopes to expand access to low and no-cost spay and neuter services to pet owners. The bill heads to the Assembly after making […]
Shark tagger ditches sinking whale but finds ‘giant visitor’ off L.A.
Last Sunday morning, as L.A. County lifeguards planned to tow a 51-foot fin whale carcass 20-plus miles offshore, Keith Poe was in intercept mode. Poe, who tags and photographs great white sharks for scientific research, had hoped to be on site when the carcass was cut loose because dead whales usually attract sharks. But the mission went awry. The 60,000-pound whale carcass, which was prepared in a manner to facilitate sinking after it was safely offshore, began to sink soon after it was dragged off Torrance Beach, where the subadult whale had stranded and died late Saturday. Photo: Keith Poe This created insurmountable drag on...
California pot farmers feel the heat from low pricing, wildfires
(Reuters) - Small-scale cannabis farmers in California are calling it quits, crushed by crop damage from devastating wildfires and sliding prices, and industry experts expect the exodus to continue near-term in the largest pot market in the United States.
Tenants fight back: community land trusts offer rent relief
Happy Friday, Inequality Insights readers, thanks for reading. In case you missed it, California Divide’s Felicia Mello wrote earlier this month about California community land trusts. These organizations buy land and then sell or rent the buildings on it to low-income residents. According to the California Community Land Trust Network, their numbers have tripled in […]
California auto insurance set to rise by 54%, new report says
By the end of the year, the typical auto insurance policy in California will reportedly be 54% more expensive than last year.According to a new report published by insurance tracker Insurify, the cost of full coverage across the U.S. increased by 28% between June 2023 and June 2024 - but some states, including California, are seeing year-over-year rate hikes of more than 50%.Here are some key details:Avg. annual cost of full coverage (June 2023): $1,666Avg. annual cost of full coverage (June 2024): $2,417Year-over-year increase: 45%Projected annual cost of full coverage (end of 2024): $2,681The jump is due to increasing claims, storm damages, and costly repairs.To read the full report, click here.
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