Illinois State

Columbus, OH

24/7 Wall St.

24/7 Wall St. Insights The average retail price of electricity varies widely nationwide, from 10.97 cents per kilowatt hour to 42.36 cents per kilowatt hour. Electricity consumption is also very different from state to state. These two factors impact the average monthly electricity bill, with the range from $86.63 to $213.21. Also: Discover the next […]
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This State’s Electricity Price Is Nearly 3 Times the National Average

Colorado State

Colorado Springs, CO

Solar cell manufacturer Meyer Burger has shelved construction plans for its $400 million plant in Colorado Springs, Colorado, citing financial infeasibility, according to a news release. The solar cell manufacturer decided to reduce the scale of its debt financing plans, tied to the Inflation Reduction Act, which will lower the...

Solar cell manufacturer halts $400M Colorado plant

Storage provider National Storage Affiliates Trust (NSA) announced it has entered an agreement with Solar Landscape to develop over 100 MW of rooftop solar across its locations in 42 states and Puerto Rico. The rooftop solar portfolio is among the largest of its kind in the United States, representing a...

Self-storage provider embraces community solar at over 1,000 rooftops

Community solar has recently taken off, surpassing 7 GW of installed capacity in the U.S. and analyst firm, Wood Mackenzie, expects community solar installed capacity to essentially double in five years. Community solar typically involves a customer subscribing to a portion of an off-site solar project’s generating capacity, receiving credits...

Major U.S. corporations embracing community solar

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NewsNinja

An Aldi shopper recently shared her disturbing experience with a moldy rice package from the supermarket, sparking debate. A TikTok user named @defonotlils posted a video on June 6 that quickly became popular, accumulating more than 674,600 views. In the video, she shares what happened after finding out about something.

This is why I don’t shop at Aldi: Woman can’t believe what she found in her packaged rice from Aldi

The United States Postal Service (USPS) has proposed more changes to the way it handles and delivers mail in yet another bid to stop the flow of red ink. USPS will hold a virtual conference to discuss its plans to improve mail processing and transportation and explain how these improvements would align with proposed refinements within its existing service standards.

The Postal Service proposes more changes to mail delivery

The Boot

More Red Lobsters are closing down than initially expected according to a new report on the chain's bankruptcy proceedings. News of a potential Red Lobster bankruptcy filing first hit in April when stories surfaced about the seafood restaurant's financial struggles. Weeks later, the chain's parent company made the filing official.

More Red Lobster Closings Just Dropped: See The Updated List

Oregon State

Choosing a company that sells clean energy … can result in even lower electric bills and less polluted air — a win-win for you and the planet. Electricity prices are soaring in many areas, but if you live in a state with a deregulated energy market, you could find some relief by switching to a cheaper utility provider. Choosing your energy supplier is one of the best ways to save money while contributing to a healthier environment.

As energy prices go up, here's how to ditch your expensive provider

New Jersey State

Washington State

GOBankingRates

More than 1 million workers nationwide earn the federal minimum wage of $7.25 or less. Even more workers earn the minimum wage in their states, but these state minimums vary greatly.  Read More:...

9 States With the Highest Minimum Wages in 2024

Salem, OH

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Georgia State

Appling County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man from Appling County, Christopher Eric Stone, with a significant criminal history, was recently sentenced to over five years in prison after pleading guilty to possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, according to officials from the Department of Justice.

Georgia Man Sentenced to Over 5 Years for in Federal Prison for Meth Distribution

Crisp County, GA

On Wednesday, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced the arrest of 24 individuals following Operation Shyne Down. The GBI and other agencies served a total of 120 warrants on the suspects involved in the investigation, which targeted the criminal street gang G-Shyne Bloods and their involvement in criminal activities in Crisp County, Georgia.

Operation Results in More than 20 Charged with Gang Offenses, RICO, and more

Chicago, IL

Leslie Shay, portrayed by Lauren German, remains one of the most beloved and impactful characters in Chicago Fire history. Firehouse 51 has bid farewell to dozens of powerhouse characters during the show's long reign, but the first goodbye that shattered hearts occurred after Shay's shocking final rescue mission. While many...

The Tragic Moment Leslie Shay Died on Chicago Fire (DETAILS)

Quitman, MS

Clarke County, MS

Mississippi News Group

Written with artificial intelligence assistance. Memory Smith, a former bookkeeper for Quitman High School, has been charged with embezzlement following an investigation by the State Auditor’s office.

Former High School Bookkeeper Charged with Embezzlement in Clarke County

Irvine, CA

NewSantaAna

The Irvine Police Department’s Spectrum team was notified of a woman shoplifting at Sephora on Wednesday. When loss prevention tried to stop her, she refused to stop. As the Spectrum team arrived, loss prevention lost the suspect in the parking lot. An excellent citizen told the officers they observed the suspect enter a white Tesla and crawl into the trunk.

Shoplifter arrested after hiding in her Tesla’s trunk at the Irvine Spectrum

FinanceBuzz

Sick of paying so much for utility costs? Your home might have leaks, old appliances, and more that are actively costing you money. Here's how to fix that.

Move Over, Solar Panels: People Are Turning to Generators for Big Tax Breaks

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

TORONTO (AP) — The Canadian arbitrator appointed to resolve a messy railroad labor dispute to protect the North American economy has ordered employees at the country’s two major railroads back to work so both can resume operating. Saturday's order means Canadian National will be able to continue operating...

Back-To-Work Order Issued for 2 Major Canada Railroads. Union Will Comply, but Lawsuit Planned

Florida State

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said he will consider more DUI patrols if voters legalize recreational marijuana use in Florida. Voters will consider Amendment 3 in November. It would allow adults 21 or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical purposes.

More DUI patrols possible if marijuana issue passes

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Illinois Consumers Lose $1.8 Billion to Alternative Electricity Suppliers Since 2015

The Citizens Utility Board (CUB) has revealed that since 2015, Illinois consumers have lost a staggering $1.8 billion by choosing alternative electricity suppliers over their traditional...

Illinois Consumers Lose $1.8 Billion to Alternative Electricity Suppliers Since 2015

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