A council in Surrey hopes to reduce the amount it spends on emergency housing by leasing more properties from private landlords. Epsom & Ewell Borough Council (EEBC) currently provides temporary units to 250 households. Of those, 90 are nightly accommodation. The council is asking landlords of three, four and five-bedroom...

Council asks landlords to provide emergency housing

California State

The US Sun

A NEW law will prohibit officers from using expired tags to make traffic stops – unless the tags are older than a certain age. However, drivers can still be cited for it as long as the tags aren’t the reason they were pulled over. Assembly Bill 256 in California was signed into law in October […]

Cops can’t legally stop you from July 1 if license plate registration is expired – you still have limited time to fix it

Maine State

HOUSEHOLDS in a certain U.S. state will face a more expensive energy bill in less than a week. A major US energy company has revealed its customers could expect their monthly bills to increase by around $15.56. Central Maine Power announced that its residential customers could face an average annual increase of around $187 from […]

Millions of Americans will be hit with $15 extra on monthly energy bill from July 1 – three steps to avoid higher costs

Hawaii State

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On July 5, 2024, Governor Green released the next set of the 16 bills signed into law. Here is a bill that could affect landlords in Hawaii. "Establishes a pre-litigation mediation procedure for tenancies that are subject to the eviction moratorium issued under the Governor's emergency proclamations relating to wildfires once the eviction moratorium expires. Restricts when landlord remedies are available depending on the amount of rent due. Appropriates funds to the Judiciary for mediation services. Effective 7/1/2024, except the new pre-litigation procedures are effective on the expiration of the final eviction moratorium. Repeals certain provisions on 12/31/2026 or on the one-year anniversary of the expiration of the Governor's final eviction moratorium emergency supplementary proclamation relating to wildfires, whichever occurs sooner. (CD1)"

Landlords Could Be Affected by New Law

The nature of accidents is that they happen when we least expect them, often at the least convenient times. This is particularly true of sudden illnesses and injuries involving children. While these events can be unpredictable or unavoidable, you can still plan for them—and one way is by preparing a medical release form for minor children.

Why You Should Prepare a Medical Release Form for Your Child

Chicago, IL

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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?

Virginia State

Margaret Minnicks

WVTF reported that a new Virginia law will become effective on July 1, 2024. The law will prevent utility companies from disconnecting services on various occasions, which could leave someone without power for days.

A new law will keep utilities from being disconnected on weekends and holidays in Virginia

Latin Times

Five new laws went into effect this past July 1 in California that are expected to have an impact on residents' pockets. Gov. Gavin Newsom, who has gained some national notoriety in recent weeks thanks to his endorsement of President Biden ahead of the November elections following a disappointing first debate performance, signed the laws earlier this year.

Five new laws that will have an impact on Californians' pockets

Iowa State

A NEW law is allowing teenagers as young as 14 years old to operate vehicles on public roads but only if they have a job. Iowa lawmakers passed a new legislation that means children can get a driver’s license at the age of 14 and a half. The license would allow the teenagers to drive […]

Fourteen-year-olds handed driver’s licenses under new law – vehicle owners insist roads will be ‘riskier for everybody’

Cheryl E Preston

You may have seen tennis shoes across telephone wires in Virginia and wondered about their significance.I was initially told this was done in honor of someone who had died from gun violence in the area.

Tennis shoes on wires across Virginia have different meanings

New York City, NY

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Coffee County, GA

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Last month, more than twenty individuals were indicted on felony charges in Coffee County. Several of them have recently made local headlines, including Guillermo de la Cruz-Morales, the sole person charged in connection with the disappearance of Maria Diaz, and Cornelius Jamison, accused of cocaine trafficking.

Grand Jury Indicts Over Twenty Individuals on Felony Charges in Coffee County

Tupelo, MS

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Traci D. Franklin, a 52-year-old resident of Tupelo, was arrested by the Tupelo Police Department on June 28, 2024, following the issuance of a Lee County Circuit Court Capias Warrant.

Tupelo police make arrest on woman for not returning rental property to Best Way

Bacon County, GA

On Monday, a search at a Bacon County home by investigators resulted in the discovery of a large quantity of illegal drugs, including methamphetamine and cocaine. However, the suspects are currently not in custody.

Drug Bust Uncovers Methamphetamine and Cocaine in Bacon County Residence

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A man died in police custody Sunday after he was arrested when he scuffled with firefighters and police, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. Joseph Lawson, 43, was the second person to die in the past week while in police custody. Both were hospitalized at the time they died, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Suspect dies in custody; he’s the second in six days

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

Florida State

SEVERAL drivers were hopeful a statewide parking crackdown would reduce their driveway expenses, but an HOA found a loophole to ensure car owners kept paying. Drivers in a Florida HOA are complaining about a yearly $500 parking expense. Ryan McIntire loves his Chevrolet Silverado pickup, according to Florida-based ABC affiliate...

My HOA found a legal loophole to dodge crackdown on parking rules – I still can’t park in driveway & pay $500 yearly fee

Massachusetts State

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(MA) Meet Winks, an adorable and incredibly strong puppy with a heartbreaking origin. Winks was found unmoving on the side of a road with severe injuries. He had several very infected wounds and was barely holding on when his rescuers rushed him to the vet. Once there, x-rays revealed the horrifying truth that Winks had been shot numerous times around his face and neck. These injuries resulted in him having his eye removed. Despite that, Winks has made a miraculous and full recovery. He certainly does not let his handicap slow him down at his new foster home. Winks was truly given a second chance at life, and now all he needs is a family to call his own.

10-Month-Old Dog Who Was Hit In Face Several Times Now Searching For Family

Santa Ana, CA

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Over the weekend, SAPD police detectives served a narcotic related search warrant in the area of 4200 W. 5th Street involving a documented gang member. As he was leaving his residence, the subject was detained and detectives searched the home.

The SAPD arrested a gang member and seized a large bags of drugs and a gun

Fox News

Homeowners have sought ways to protect themselves from squatters. Learn from homeowners, a lawyer and real estate agents who provide their tips.

Advice from professionals on protecting your home against squatters

NewsBreak

Council Votes to Strengthen Tenant Safety Measures

More than a year after a fire at the Arrive Apartments on Georgia Avenue took the life of tenant Melanie Diaz, Montgomery County Councilmembers unanimously approved...

Council Votes to Strengthen Tenant Safety Measures

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