Minnesota State

Columbus, OH

New Jersey State

Starting this month, recipients of SNAP benefitscan anticipate a $120 increase in their payments. SUN Bucks, a new federal government initiative, aims to provide additional financial support to families who depend on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits and free or reduced lunch during the summer. $120 Extra for Families on...

SNAP Benefits Soar: Families to Receive $120 Boost Starting This Month

Wisconsin State

An unexpected company is now laying off hundreds in Wisconsin due to a significant decrease in consumer demand. Mercury Marine, a boat parts manufacturer in Fond du Lac County, is preparing to cut a total of 300 positions this summer, according to a spokesperson. The company said in a statement...

An Unexpected Company Is Now Laying Off Hundreds in Wisconsin

Texas State

A new rule from the Department of Labor went into effect Monday, expanding the number of workers who are eligible for overtime pay. But implementation could be delayed by pending court cases. The rule increases the salary threshold for workers exempt from overtime from $35,568 to $43,888. Further, the threshold...

Department of Labor's new rule for overtime pay takes effect

If your child/children received free or reduced meals this past school year, they are eligible for a new program called Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (Summer EBT), also known as SUN Bucks, which helps households buy food during the summer when school is out. Your children will automatically be enrolled in the program. You do not need to apply.

Low-Income MEVSD Families Eligible For Summer EBT Benefits

The SNAP program will distribute its July monthly benefits as scheduled. Different from other federal aid programs, SNAP payments are overseen and distributed by individual states, leading to different payment dates based on recipients' locations. This variability highlights the need for recipients to know their state's specific distribution schedule in...

SNAP July Benefits Distribution: State-Specific Payment Dates and Details

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

The United States job market in June 2024 presents significant challenges for many Americans seeking employment. Despite some positive indicators like job growth, the increasing unemployment rate and various economic factors make it difficult for job seekers to secure positions. The current jobs report looks good on the surface, but...

Why Are So Many Americans Unable To Find A Job?

King County, WA

Bellevue, IL

The Center Square

(The Center Square) – It has been two years since Jaskaran Singh rented his Bellevue home to a couple who soon after moving in, stopped paying rent.
                The high profile Bellevue Squatters case has garnered global attention.
                The tenants living in Singh’s $2 million home, San and Youjin Kim, have been allowed to remain there because King County’s Housing Justice Project used taxpayer dollars to pay off the delinquent rent.
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Bellevue landlord gets March 2025 court date in war with squatters

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A criminal record can feel like a heavy burden when searching for employment. It can trigger feelings of discouragement and make the job search seem like an uphill battle. However, with the right approach and a positive attitude, you can successfully navigate the hiring process and land your dream job. This guide will equip you with practical strategies to overcome the challenges associated with a criminal record and showcase your value to potential employers.

How to get a job if you have a criminal record

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

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

Money

A new federal overtime pay rule went into effect Monday, expanding the protections to and earnings potential for about 1 million salaried workers. U.S. government officials have said that the overtime expansion, one of the largest in recent history, means more workers will now be compensated for the extra hours they spend at work and away from their families. An estimated 4 million people will benefit from the changes to overtime pay once they’re fully in effect come 2025. Specifically, they'll now be entitled to one-and-a-half times pay for time they put in over the standard 40-hour week.

1 Million More Workers Just Became Eligible for Overtime Pay

FinanceBuzz

Ditch the college debt and still earn big. Discover 15 lucrative jobs that break the mold, offering a comfortable income without a 4-year degree.

15 Jobs That Pay Over $75K and Don’t Require a 4-Year Degree

Rhode Island State

Warwick, RI

A Rhode Island woman was arraigned yesterday following an indictment on June 17 by a federal grand jury on charges of mail fraud and conspiracy for operating a direct-mail sweepstakes scheme that defrauded seniors and other vulnerable individuals across the country out of more than $10 million dollars. According to...

Rhode Island woman indicted for mail fraud scheme targeting seniors

Washington State Standard

Washington residents on food assistance have lost $5.5 million to electronic benefit transfer – commonly known as EBT – card reader scams in the past two years.  That’s according to the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, which has tracked the scams since April 2022. The agency is taking steps to reimburse recipients […]
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At least $5.5M in food and cash assistance lost to ‘alarming surge’ in card scams

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

Virginia State

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Cheryl E Preston

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

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

Some farm use vehicles must obtain DMV official tags. An unofficial farm use tag not issued by theDMV used to suffice in the Commonwealth. They will no longer be sufficient for smaller vehicles in Virginia beginning July 1. Those who have these vehicles should obtain the proper tags before that date.

Smaller farm use vehicles will have to purchase DMV tags by July1

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Sun Bucks Program Overview: USDA Supports Families with Summer Grocery Expenses Application Details and Deadline for Sun Bucks Program According to The U.S. Sun, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has launched the Sun Bucks program to help families cover grocery costs during summer vacation. Eligible families including those receiving SNAP Temporary Assistance for Needy […]

Unlock $120 per Child: USDA’s Sun Bucks Program Helps Families Cover Grocery Costs During Summer Vacation – Apply by July 1!

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DEED’s $12 million grant to support disabled youth in Minnesota

Yesterday, the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) announced it has received a federal grant to prepare low-income youth and young adults ages 16-24...

DEED’s $12 million grant to support disabled youth in Minnesota

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