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Orlando, FL

Ash Jurberg

Westgate Resorts has announced significant layoffs as part of its efforts to streamline operations. The company, which was founded in 1982 and has grown to be the largest privately held corporation in Central Florida, filed a layoff notice with the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity. This notice informs that 357 employees in Orlando will be out of a job by August 30.

Florida Hit by Major Layoffs as Resort Chain Cuts Hundreds of Jobs

Washington, DC

The Hill

Following last week’s Poor People’s Low-Wage Workers’ Assembly Morale March on Washington D.C., attention has further turned to ALICE. No, it’s not a she, rather it’s an acronym coined by United Way, which stands for: Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. This term represents hard-working Americans who are employed but still unable to afford basic necessities…

ALICE is on the rise in the US

FinanceBuzz

If you want to avoid sitting behind a desk all day and the white-collar life isn't for you, here are blue-collar jobs that can offer you at least $40 an hour.

10 Blue-Collar Jobs That Pay at Least $40 an Hour

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

The US Sun

ONLY hours remain before Dollar General is forced to turn over millions of dollars to the Department of Labor. As a part of a workplace settlement with the Department of Labor, the discount chain retailer agreed to pay $12 million, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration announced. The Occupational Safety...

Final hours for Dollar General to make 4 changes or be fined $100k per day – it may even need to close multiple stores

The Independent

 Dollar General has 48 hours to make stores safe for its workers - or the Occupational Safety and Health Administration could fine the discount retailer up to half a million dollars, on top of the $12m the company already has paid in fines.The company, which operates more than 19,000 discount stores worldwide, agreed to pay the $12m fine and to improve its worker safety in its stores, according to the Department of Labor. The clock started ticking after the government and the retailer signed the agreement on Thursday.OSHA has been inspecting Dollar General stores since at least 2010, and...

Dollar General has 48 hours to make stores safe or face more penalties after $12m workplace fine

Whiskey Riff

Didn't want to become the next Bud Light...

After the controversy last year over Bud Light partnering with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney, the iconic beer brand lost billions of dollars and is still struggling to recover not only market share but also its reputation that it lost from ensuing boycotts.

And Tractor Supply clearly didn't want to find itself in the same situation.

The retail chain has recently come under fire online after criticism over their implementation of DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) policies, releasing videos about things like the importance of women voting (which seems pretty unrelated to selling farm supplies), and...

Tractor Supply Announces They’ll Stop Sponsoring Pride Parades, Eliminate DEI Goals After Criticism & Threats Of Boycotts

Tractor Supply Co., headquartered in Brentwood, Tenn., operates over 2,200 stores across the United States, primarily serving rural areas. The company was previously recognized for its inclusive policies, earning a 95 out of 100 score on theHuman Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index. However, after conservatives bullied the company for its inclusive policies for close to three weeks, on Thursday, Tractor Supplyannounced it would eliminate all diversity, equity, and inclusion roles, end sponsorships of non-business activities such asPride festivals, and withdraw its goals for reducing carbon emissions.

These queer farmers and ranchers are boycotting Tractor Supply and want you to join them

Kentucky State

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

Denver, CO

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

If college doesn't seem right for you, you can still land a high-paying job without a degree. Here are 13 lucrative careers that value skills and experience.

13 High-Paying Jobs You Can Get Without a College Degree

Ditch the dullness! Uncover 15 unconventional, high-paying careers that will reignite your passion for work.

15 Jobs That Are Actually Fun (And Pay Big Bucks)

California State

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The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

Illinois State

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

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

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

Oregon State

NewsByJoshua

With scorching heatwaves sweeping across the country, drivers are being advised to take their car's thermometer readings with a grain of salt. While your dashboard might display a temperature that seems outrageously high, experts suggest not relying on it for an accurate outdoor temperature gauge.

Drivers cautioned not to use a standard car feature on hot days - opt for your phone instead

Entering the labor force young has its benefits. Having a job as a teen (ages 16-18) can predict higher quality jobs and higher wages in adulthood. Quality work experience at a young age can improve physical and mental health in the long term, as well as reduce the likelihood that a youth will interact with the criminal justice system.

Opinion – Karena Cash: Youth employment is good, but not if health, safety are at risk

Pennsylvania State

Bucks County, PA

Bucks County Beacon

Pennsylvania State Representatives K.C. Tomlinson and Craig Staats voted against a bill providing children free lunch in schools on Monday. HB 2180 bill was introduced by Rep. Emily Kinkead , who said the legislation “would not only provide free meals to students in grades K-12, but it would also eliminate the school meal debt.” The bill passed 118-84, with 16 Republicans joining every Democrat in saying yes.

Bucks County Republican State Representatives K.C. Tomlinson and Craig Staats Vote Against Free Lunch for K-12 Students

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Resuce Inc., a foster-based animal rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Miracle, a pit bull terrier who is approximately one year old, and is now looking for her forever home. According to the nonprofit rescue organization, “Miracle was dumped at a lake in Texas and rescued by a good samaritan who has been fostering her since.” This compassionate individual provided Miracle with a temporary home and the love she desperately needed. However, her foster parent recognizes that Miracle deserves even more. “While her foster hates to let her go, she knows there is a better life for Miracle in MA,” Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. noted.

Meet Miracle: The Dog Who Was Dumped At A Lake Now Looking For Love

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United Way Northwest Indiana and SouthShore RailCats team up to raise funds for Level Up

United Way Northwest Indiana and the Gary SouthShore RailCats worked together on Friday, July 12 for the annual Level Up fundraiser, and they really knocked it...

United Way Northwest Indiana and SouthShore RailCats team up to raise funds for Level Up

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