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These unlucky states boast grocery prices well above the national average.

5 States With the Highest Grocery Bills, According to the U.S. Census Bureau

Louisiana State

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Jen Terry

As of 2024, Louisiana is one of the states in the U.S. with a notably low minimum wage compared to many others. Here’s an in-depth look at the minimum wage situation in Louisiana, its implications, and the broader context.

Why Louisiana’s Minimum Wage Remains Among the Lowest in the Nation

New York Post

Move over, California and Texas — there’s a new heavyweight in town. 

Florida’s population has officially crossed the 23 million mark — an all-time high — thanks to a massive influx of new residents flocking to the Sunshine State from other parts of the US and abroad.

As of April 1, Florida boasts 23,002,597 residents, according to the latest estimates from the state Demographic Estimating Conference, as reported by the Sun Sentinel. This milestone makes Florida the third most populous state in the nation, trailing only California’s 39.5 million and Texas’ 30.5 million.



The surge is nothing new — Florida has been...

This Southern state shatters records with all-time population high — 350K new residents yearly

Georgia State

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This week, 33 states and territories, as well as the District of Columbia, are rolling out their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits to qualifying residents.  SNAP benefits are paid to low- and no-income households who need financial assistance to pay for food. A household qualifies for benefits if the net monthly income is at or […]

Food stamps: Here are the states delivering SNAP benefits worth up to $1,751 beginning Aug. 1

Illinois State

(The Center Square) – The state of Illinois is going all-in in its efforts to attract film production. Gov. J.B. Pritzker recently signed a measure into law that expands the Film Production Services Tax Credit to include talk shows, contests and game shows. The legislation was part of an omnibus economic development bill that also included incentives for quantum computing development and redevelopment zones across the state.

Illinois expanding the Film Production Services Tax Credit

Los Angeles, CA

(The Center Square) - The owner of fast-casual food chains Tender Greens and Tocaya filed for bankruptcy, citing California’s $20 per hour fast food minimum wage, inflation, and the state’s empty office districts as contributing factors. The bankruptcy effort is aimed at restructuring and keeping stores open and employees at work.

Two more California chains file for bankruptcy, citing $20 per hour minimum wage

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Kanye West, who was once valued at over $1 billion, now faces a series of mounting financial challenges, which include escalating tax bills and a potential closure of his Yeezy fashion line. According to recent reports, West’s tax liabilities have surpassed the $1 million mark, with the rapper allegedly owing...

Once A Billionaire, Kanye West Has Over $1 Million In Unpaid Taxes

Polk County, FL

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Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

Van Zandt County, TX

(The Center Square) – A rural east Texas district attorney has described how the border crisis is impacting her community after two Chinese nationals were arrested on money laundering charges. Their arrest was not the first where “we have encountered Chinese nationals on the highway engaged in illegal activities....

Chinese nationals illegally in US arrested in east Texas for money laundering

North Carolina State

Durham, NC

The US Sun

A WOMAN fought her tax bill for 2024 after she noticed a dramatic increase in her vehicle's value - it was $1,000 more than last year. Even after the city adjusted her car's value, she appealed the decision again. Shirley Davis, a Durham, North Carolina resident, experienced "sticker shock" when...

My 2018 Honda was taxed like a brand new car years after I bought it – I refused to pay the $252 fee twice & fought back

Chicago, IL

(The Center Square) – Business owners and taxpayers are paying a big price for retail theft. According to CWBChicago, shoplifting reports have soared 45% this year, making 2024 the worst year for retail theft in the city since at least 2003. Illinois Retail Merchants Association President and CEO Rob...

Illinois retailers, communities suffer from shoplifting and robbery spikes

Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

Jacksonville Today

Republican Donald Trump has a 7-point lead over Democrat Kamala Harris among Florida voters, 49% to 42%, according to a new poll from the University of North Florida. Four percent are backing another candidate, and 6% are undecided or didn’t answer.

New Florida poll: Trump leads; support strong for abortion and recreational weed

South Dakota State

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Former child star Bobby Buntrock's life ended in tragedy. Best known as Harold “Sport” Baxter on the popular 1960s TV sitcom Hazel, Butrock died at only 21 years old in a car accident in 1974.

The Tragic Death of Child Star Bobby Buntrock, and How TV's 'Hazel' Shirley Booth Protected him

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In North Carolina, the divorce process can be challenging, particularly due to the mandatory one-year separation requirement. This law mandates that couples must live separately for at least a year before filing for divorce, a rule that can be frustrating for many.

You might be granted a divorce in North Carolina if your spouse is ‘incurably insane.’ Here’s how

(The Center Square) - The California Department of Finance filed formal opposition against a bill that would create stronger criminal penalties for individuals who solicit sex from children, saying imprisoning more buyers of sex from underage prostitutes would be too expensive. SB 1414, by State Sen. Shannon Grove, R-Bakersfield, originally...

California budget watchdog opposes prison for child-sex buyers -- too expensive

The Current GA

A federal judge has denied the state’s end-around attempt to gain back time lost during the Biden administration’s unsuccessful bid to block the governor’s limited Medicaid expansion program.

Federal judge rejects Georgia’s request to extend length of time for state’s limited Medicaid plan

Irvine, CA

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A check from an Irvine business was intercepted from the mail around May 3, according to the Irvine Police Department . This man is suspected of depositing the stolen check into an ATM account. The investigation is ongoing, but it would be helpful to the investigation to identify this suspect.

Man wanted for stealing a $20K check in Irvine and depositing it at an ATM

He was a charismatic cross between big-screen legends Clark Gable and Gary Cooper, and small-screen music icon Ricky Nelson, but somehow Chad Everett, best known as Dr. Joe Gannon from classic TV's Medical Center (CBS, 1969-1976), never became the superstar he should have.

The Charismatic Life and Career and Tragic Death of TV's 'Medical Center' Star Chad Everett

(The Center Square) – Taxpayers are funding new transportation projects in suburban parts of Cook County. Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle said the county’s transportation network is one of its greatest assets. “Roads, bridges, pedestrian and bicycle paths, as well as public transit, all play an essential...

Cook County spends federal, state, local tax dollars on transportation projects

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Florida's combined sales tax rate is mid-pack compared to other states

(The Center Square) – According to data from a national tax policy group, Florida's combined sales tax rate ranks 24th. The Washington, D.C.-based Tax Foundation ranked...

Florida's combined sales tax rate is mid-pack compared to other states

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