Columbus, OH

Alabama State

Despite the Federal Reserve’s wishful thinking in 2021, inflation has persisted to create an inflationary environment not seen in 40 years. While investors welcome recent cooling trends, the Fed has yet to achieve its 2 percent annual inflation target. For landlords, tenants and other commercial taxpayers, it’s unsurprising that...

Property Taxpayers Should Combat Inflated Tax Assessments

FinanceBuzz

Skip the student loans and dive into these 15 non-degree trade careers that promise substantial paychecks and job satisfaction.

15 High-Paying Trade Jobs That Don’t Require a Degree

Virginia State

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Kentucky Vibes.net

Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

The Week

You can't escape property taxes, but you can make the bills a bit more manageable

4 ways to lower your property tax bill

New Jersey State

NJ Spotlight

There’s still plenty of time to apply. The deadline to file for 2023 tax year is Oct. 31. The latest round in the Senior Freeze property-tax relief program began July 15, with the first reimbursement checks issued. The New Jersey Department of the Treasury’s Division of Taxation said it will continue issuing weekly reimbursements as more applications are filed and approved.

Senior Freeze property-tax relief checks are flowing

Scripps News

Millions of Americans will likely get a larger Social Security check in December, but it will probably not keep up with inflation, advocates say.

Annual Social Security adjustment expected to be much smaller this year

Georgia State

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Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A permanent marker will be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting nearly a year ago at a Dollar General store in the New Town community. City Council approved the marker 17-0 on Tuesday night.

Marker will honor victims of racist Dollar General shooting

CBS News

Inflation falling to its lowest level in three years is good news, generally speaking. But it also means Social Security recipients are likely in line for the smallest cost-of-living increase to the monthly benefit since 2021. The shift may feel abrupt for the nation's nearly 68 million retirees, with recent years bringing bigger benefit bumps as a result of high inflation. Benefits rose 5.9% in 2022 and were adjusted up 8.7% for 2023.The 2025 cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, is now projected to come in around 2.57%, the Senior Citizens League, an advocacy group for older Americans, said on Wednesday. Down from...

Social Security recipients in line for smallest COLA bump in years

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

There are plenty of six-figure jobs out there that don’t require you to become a medical doctor. Take a look at these jobs that make more than $100,000 a year.

11 Jobs With Six-Figure Salaries That Don’t Require a Medical Degree

Mediaite

Vice President Kamala Harris spoke in North Carolina on Friday and offered details on her economic policies should she be elected president in November. Harris has been under attack from Donald Trump, who has called her a “communist” and insulted her intelligence. Harris framed much of her message...

Harris Promises a ‘Tax Cut’ For More Than 100 Million Americans: ‘You Keep More of Your Hard Earned Money’

Ohio State

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Douglas, GA

Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

GOBankingRates

Most Americans are in debt. With the cost of living still surging from the pandemic and lingering inflation, budgets are tight, prompting many to rely on credit cards for living expenses and...

7 Monthly Bills to Always Pay Before the 1st of the Month

When it comes to money, one of my rallying cries is this: "Personal finance is personal." This is especially true when I offer debt payoff education to folks with low or lower middle class incomes. Lower income earners have a different experience becoming financially stable than higher income earners because of math and economic conditions, not moral failings or poor decision-making.

5 Ways to Pay Down Debt on a Low Income

McPhersonBuzz News

The IRS will soon issue tax refunds to help with expenses, while upcoming changes to Social Security work credits and proposed tax reforms in “Project 2025” could affect your retirement planning and financial stability. IRS Tax Refunds Coming Soon – What You Need to Know About Social Security Work Credits and 2025 COLA According to […]

$1,730 to Earn One Credit: IRS Tax Refunds, Social Security Work Credits, and “Project 2025” Tax Reforms – What You Need to Know!

Massachusetts State

A million dollars seems like a lot of money, but even with seven figures in savings, careful spending is necessary to live comfortably throughout your golden years. One way to do that is by relocating to a less expensive state. You might be able to trim your costs through researching just how expensive housing and health care are as well as other non-financial factors like climate and crime. That can help you stretch your savings, though the math can be complex.

American retirees with $1M in savings could go broke much faster in these 5 states — do you live in any of them?

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Tennessee State

Building up your savings is a great financial goal that can be achieved through budgeting smartly, tracking your spending habits and setting up a savings plan. Having a well-established savings...

These Are the 50 Worst Cities To Live In If You Want To Build Your Savings

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Harris County proposes $2.66 billion budget for the 2025 fiscal year with potential tax rate increases

The proposed budget from the Harris County’s budget office includes a 13% tax increase and $21 million in budget cuts across multiple departments. Harris County's Office...

Harris County proposes $2.66 billion budget for the 2025 fiscal year with potential tax rate increases

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