BUDGET

The High Cost of Guilt: When Financial Sacrifices Can't Buy Forgiveness

Money Tight, your husband's guilt over his previous relationship and his son's behavior is understandable, but it's not an excuse for sacrificing your family's financial well-being. The fact that Steve has burned through his college fund and can't hold a job should raise serious concerns about his f

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Sep 13 2024POLITICS

Will the Tax Break Sunsets Expose the Middle Class to Financial Uncertainty?

As lawmakers debate the impending expiration of tax breaks after 2025, the stakes are high for millions of families and small businesses. Enacted by former President Donald Trump in 2017, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) brought sweeping tax changes, including temporary provisions that will automati

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Sep 13 2024FINANCE

A Bold Plan to Combat Property Crime in Kansas City

The city of Kansas City is taking a proactive approach to tackle the rising issue of property crime, particularly affecting small businesses. The city council and mayor have proposed an ordinance that aims to provide financial assistance to these businesses to help them repair damages or invest in s

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

A Stopgap Measure in Jeopardy: What's Behind the Speaker's Changed Tack?

What appeared as a done deal just days ago is now up in the air. Speaker Mike Johnson's stopgap bill, which combined a six-month continuing resolution with a contentious bill requiring proof of citizenship to vote, is off the table - at least for now. But what really happened behind the scenes? T

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Sep 12 2024FINANCE

California's Proposition 4: A Borrowing Binge or Wise Investment?

California's Proposition 4 is set to borrow $10 billion to fund a plethora of environmental projects. But is this measure more about politics than sound policy? After this year's budget debacle, the state should be focusing on cutting debt, not increasing it. The measure's 100+ programs lack a sens

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Sep 12 2024EDUCATION

Voucher Program Ruled Unconstitutional: A Blow to Private School Funding

The South Carolina Supreme Court has struck down a key part of the state's school voucher program, ruling that public funds cannot be used to benefit private schools. But what does this mean for the future of education in the state? Will parents and students be left footing the bill for private scho

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Sep 12 2024EDUCATION

Dublin's 'Empower Education' Campaign: A Last-Ditch Effort to Save Schools?

As the Dublin Unified School District prepares to slash its budget by a staggering $4.4 million, a new nonprofit, the Dublin Education Alliance, has launched a campaign to raise $500,000 to alleviate the cuts. The DEA plans to use the funds to support STEM education, extra reading and math educat

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Sep 10 2024TECHNOLOGY

The Lenovo Tab M11: A Budget-Friendly Entertainment Essentials

Are you in the market for a tablet that can keep your whole family entertained without breaking the bank? Look no further than the Lenovo Tab M11, which is currently on sale at its lowest price ever on Amazon. For just $170 (26% off), you can snag the 128GB model bundled with the Lenovo Tab Pen and

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Sep 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

The Motorola Razr 2023: A Foldable Phone That Won't Break the Bank

Are you tired of overpriced foldables that leave your wallet empty? Well, fear not! The Motorola Razr 2023 is here to save the day. This bad boy is currently discounted by a whopping $300 on Amazon, bringing its price down to just under $400. But wait, there's a catch (isn't there always?). The offe

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

The Whistleblower's Tale: Brockton Budget Bombshell

In a shocking turn of events, a long-time finance officer for the Brockton Public Schools has blown the whistle on a massive budget deficit that shook the city to its core. Christopher Correia, the assistant financial officer, and his supervisor Aldo Petronio were suddenly placed on paid leave last

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