New Jersey is taking extra steps to control protests near a large immigrant detention facility in Newark. While visits for detainees resumed Sunday, the area around Delaney Hall is now off-limits to protesters after recent clashes between activists and federal agents. State police have expanded thei
Massachusetts residents should prepare for a week of shifting weather patterns. After a weekend of steady rain, a brief dry spell on Sunday will give way to more showers by Sunday night. Meteorologists expect rain to linger on and off through most of next week, with Monday shaping up as the rainiest
Vermont’s weather is acting a bit out of season, with unexpected snow showers showing up in the higher parts of the state while rain takes over most lowlands. Two separate weather systems are heading north, each bringing a brief bout of precipitation. The first arrives today and continues into to
California's reputation for strict accessibility laws actually creates a messy situation for small businesses. While the state leads the nation in ADA-related lawsuits, most violations are minor—like a slightly off-center handicap parking sign or a bathroom mirror positioned an inch too high. These
New York City is packed with people, buildings, and noise. But beneath that concrete jungle, tiny creatures are hiding in plain sight. Scientists think the city might be home to hundreds or even thousands of unknown insect species. Not giant animals like pigeons or squirrels—but small flies, wasps,
Michigan is trying something bold: treating newborns as an economic asset rather than a cost. Leaders have quietly backed this by putting $250 million into Rx Kids, a program sending cash directly to pregnant women and families with infants. The idea isn’t new—giving families money during tough time
New Mexico’s small outdoor recreation businesses are getting a fresh boost. A group that supports these businesses has rebranded and is back with a new leader. The alliance, now called the New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Business Alliance (NMORBA), once had over 100 members but lost momentum in recent
New York recently passed a budget that introduces a new tax on high-end second homes in New York City. The move aims to raise $500 million per year for the city, which is struggling with budget shortfalls. The tax targets luxury properties worth over $5 million, with rates increasing based on value.
California voters are seeing a new twist in their upcoming governor race—an unexpected showdown over facial hair. Two Republican contenders, Sheriff Chad Bianco and former commentator Steve Hilton, are not only debating policy but also competing for the most impressive mustache or beard. Bianco,
Connecticut isn't following the federal government's lead on business tax breaks anymore. Starting in 2026, companies in the state won't be able to deduct research and experimental expenses as quickly as the federal rules allow. This move is part of a new state law that separates Connecticut's tax s
