The University of Michigan Health is gearing up for a major blood drive at the iconic Michigan Stadium on Sunday, November 23. This event, called "Be a Hero at the Big House, " is part of the 43rd annual Blood Battle with Ohio State University. The rivalry isn't on the football field this time but in the number of blood donations collected during October and November...
New Hampshire is taking a big step into the world of digital currency. The state is trying to create a $100 million bond backed by bitcoin. This isn't a typical government project. Instead, a private company will handle the bond, and the New Hampshire Business Finance Authority (NHBFA) is supporting it. The NHBFA doesn't usually manage state bonds. It's more about e...
Wisconsin's public schools are facing a funding crunch for special education. The state is only covering 35% of the costs, way less than the 42% promised in the budget. This drop happened because schools spent more on special education than the state expected. Advocates are worried. They say this funding gap will force schools to make tough choices. They might have ...
School leaders in New Jersey are making some serious cash. The latest numbers show that while most superintendents saw a small pay bump, a few are raking in over $300, 000 a year. Norma Fernandez, who runs Jersey City Public Schools, tops the list with a salary of $322, 272. She's been with the district for over four decades and has been the superintendent for the p...
In the heart of Türkiye, a new home is taking shape near the beautiful Sapanca Lake. This house, designed by the | work, is part of a bigger plan to keep the area green and peaceful. The area around Bağdat Street is changing fast. New shops, restaurants, and places to stay are popping up. But the planners are trying to keep the nature safe too. The house itself is n...
Oregon has taken a big step to keep health care accessible for many people. The state recently approved $7. 5 million in emergency funds to support Planned Parenthood centers. This money helps make up for lost Medicaid payments caused by a federal budget change. Planned Parenthood in Oregon was facing a huge financial gap. Without this help, they might have had to c...
Immigration enforcement actions have moved from Raleigh to Charlotte, causing a mix of fear and reactions. Federal agents have been active in the Charlotte area, leading to over 250 arrests. This shift follows earlier operations in Raleigh, where businesses closed, and schools saw lower attendance among Latino students. The fear is real. Students are scared to go to...
In October, the U. S. housing market saw a significant shift with more sellers than buyers. This gap, the largest since 2013, means buyers have more choices and can negotiate better deals. However, this situation isn't uniform across the country. The number of buyers dropped by 1. 7%, reaching a low not seen since the start of the pandemic. High housing costs and ec...
Texas real estate is cooling down. Investors are no longer throwing money at any project. They are being picky. They want to know exactly why they should trust a sponsor with their cash. Shravan Parsi, the boss of American Ventures, says sponsors need to prove they know their stuff. Gone are the days when sponsors could say, "We like Austin, " and expect investors t...
A legal battle is brewing between California and the federal government. The U. S. Department of Justice has taken the state to court. They are challenging a new law in California. This law bans federal officers from wearing masks while working. The state passed this law last September. It applies to both local and federal law enforcement. The goal was to limit immig...