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This Texas County is the State's Wealthiest - And Growing Fast.
Arbor Hills Trail, Plano TXPhoto byLeks QuinteroonUnsplash. Texans, as a whole, have done well in recent years. "Real" median household income (which is inflation-adjusted) in the state has risen from $59,886 in 2013 to $67,404 in 2023, a 12.5% increase. The growth of the state's economic centers, as well as strong population growth overall, has certainly played a role in these developments. As it stands currently, the state ranks among the top 10 in the nation for fiscal stability, and many of its cities are listed as the best places to live in the country.
After Severe Winter Storm, Governor Abbott Requests State of Emergency Declaration From President Biden
Several weeks have passed since Winter Storm Mara's impacts were felt across Texas. With tremendous damage from ice and other hazards, the state incurred tremendous costs in both preparing for and responding to the unusually severe storm. The path the storm took - north-northeast across large swaths of the state - only served to further increase the damage done.
Texas Mission to Combat Illegal Immigration Reaches Major Milestone
In March of 2021, the Texas Military Department and the Texas Department of Public Safety launched a joint mission - titled Operation Lonestar - to combat illegal immigration. The stated purpose of the operation, per the original press release, was to deploy air, ground, naval and tactical forces to areas with a high volume of human and drug trafficking and stop their entry into the United States.
Looking to Buy? These Counties Are the Most Expensive in North Carolina for Homebuyers.
As one of America's 10 fastest-growing states, North Carolina is no stranger to the ups and downs of the real estate market. This is particularly true given that the state's large and diverse geography often means that several real estate markets are participating inside of it simultaneously. Coastal North Carolina and the Appalachian area, for example, operate almost entirely independently of each other.
Ahead of Conversation With Zelensky, President Biden Promises More Ukraine Aid
The White House on Monday released the latest press statement from President Biden, which directly followed conversations with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. In the release, found here, the President stated that this week more announcements on aid packages including further munitions, equipment, and surveillance will be unveiled.
Here Are Georgia's Wealthiest Counties According to Household Income
Georgia, as a state, has experienced tremendous growth in recent years. As one of the fastest-growing states in the nation, Georgia has seen real estate prices swell as demand from those moving into the area far outpaced supply. However, this growth is more than just population, as the state's economy has also seen improvements, taking salary levels higher along with it.
White House Releases Results of President Biden's Physical
As has become somewhat of a tradition for most presidents, the White House has released the results of President Biden's yearly health check-up. The letter, released on February 17th through the White House's announcements and press-related items, is addressed to Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and was composed by Kevin C. O'Connor, the Physician to the President.
New Florida Bill Takes Aim at Social Media in Education
Parents who are increasingly concerned about the role of social media and modern communication play in students' lives may soon have some assistance. A new bill proposed in Florida Senate (SB-52) looks to address these concerns, as well as provide guidance to educators and school systems on how to navigate our modern landscape.
These Are the Wealthiest Counties in Florida, According to Household Income
Of the many things Florida is known for, high wages are not one of them. The state currently ranks 37th in median household income, with a total of $57,703 according to the last Census data in 2020. This is despite the state being in the top half of the nation in terms of housing prices. Taken together, that can make for a difficult budgeting process for Florida residents.
President Biden Issues New Executive Order on Racial Equity
The White House has reported that President Biden has signed a new executive order, this time on racial equity. In a press release dated February 16th, the White House laid out the new requirements, guidelines, and objectives of this latest action.
Everything You Need to Know About Georgia's Proposed Budget
Each year brings with it an entirely new budgeting process, and 2023 in Georgia is no different. Once again, Governor Kemp has laid out a proposed budget complete with new objectives, spending, and focus areas. 2023's budget - like each of those before it - is the largest in the state's history.
These Areas Are the Most Expensive in Tennessee, According to Real Estate Data
Tennessee, once one of the nation's cheapest areas, is quickly becoming significantly more expensive. That news should come as no surprise to the state's residents, who've been grappling with dramatically increased housing costs amidst inflationary pressures in several other categories. In short: it's been a rough couple of years for Tennessee residents on a budget.
These Signs Point to More Weakness in Arizona Housing Market
Arizona's housing market has been retreating from its mid-2022 peak for some time now. If current data from real estate giant Redfin provide any indication, those falling values may be set to continue. At least for the near future.
Here Are the Tax Breaks, Retirement Adjustments, and Other Items You Need to Know From Florida's Latest Budget Proposal
Floridians may soon find themselves paying just a little less for some popular items. Governor DeSantis announced a new tax plan on February 8th with a purported $2 billion in credits, savings, and exemptions across a wide variety of items. The announcements came as part of a larger push by the governor's office to draw attention to DeSantis's proposed budget for the 2023 - 2024 fiscal year, which was also revealed this month.
Proposed Legislation Would Target Distributors of This Deadly Drug in Florida
Florida sentencing for drug traffickers might soon be significantly more punitive. A new Florida bill, Senate Bill 354 (SB-354) is currently making its way through the Criminal Justice Committee in the Florida Legislature. The bill, proposed by State Senator Danny Burgess (R - Pasco), recommends changing Florida's current statutes regarding mandatory minimum sentencing for those who distribute or sell fentanyl in the state.
Boom or Bust? Housing Values Are Falling Sharply in These Florida Areas.
When the housing market surge reached its peak in the middle of 2022, many experts warned of a pullback. In some Florida counties, they appear to have been right. While rental prices have remained stubbornly high, housing prices retreated slightly in the latter half of 2022. Most areas are still significantly more expensive than they were just a few years ago, but homebuyers who purchased at the peak of the market may already find themselves underwater on their mortgages, depending on the timing of their purchase.
Florida Legislature Looks to Provide Relief to Seniors With This New Bill
With the cost of living skewing ever-higher, and housing prices continuing their surge throughout the state, Florida residents have been facing an affordability crisis. This is even more true for those living on fixed incomes from pensions, social security, or some combination thereof. In an effort to provide some relief from those pressures, the Florida Senate has proposed some changes to the state's tax code in one of the legislature's newest proposed bills.
Proposed Arizona Bill Takes Aim At Fentanyl Distributors
America's growing problems with the heavy-strength opiate fentanyl have been called an "epidemic" by many experts and, unfortunately, Arizona is no exception. A new proposed bill in the Arizona House of Representatives aims to deter such criminal activity in the state by creating new sentencing and legal guidelines for those who distribute, sell, or manufacture the deadly drug.
New Florida Bill Takes Aim At Disney's Self-Governing Status
Since before its construction in 1966, Disney has held almost complete control of the so-called "Reedy Creek Improvement District," the area in which its theme parks and surrounding tourism attractions operate in the state of Florida. That era of self-management appears to have come to an end, with both the Florida House of Representatives and Florida Senate approving House Bill 9B, which makes major changes to the area.
New York's "Mandated" Housing Construction Strategy Faces Pushback From Local Leaders
In New York State, the governor's plan to override local and municipal zoning in suburban communities outside the city has not gone over well with local residents and elected officials. The plan, announced this year, would give the state authority to push through local zoning and ordinance limitations in areas that were not in compliance with housing targets set by the governor's office.
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