The cost of health insurance can vary greatly from one state to another. This is not just due to differences in healthcare services. State-level consumer protection policies play a significant role in shaping these costs. These policies can affect the premiums people pay for Medigap plans. Medigap p
The Gateway Tunnel project is reshaping the landscape of North Jersey. One of the casualties of this ambitious plan is Dykes Lumber, a longstanding business that has been a fixture in Weehawken for decades. The company has finally shut its doors at its longtime location to pave the way for the new r
The housing market is facing a tough start to the spring season. The reason is a mix of higher mortgage rates and worries about the economy. This has led to a slowdown in home sales. In March, sales of previously owned homes dropped by 5. 9% compared to February. This brings the annualized rate
In March, Arkansas faced a harsh reality. Tornadoes swept through, leaving over 40 people dead and many more homeless. The state's governor, Sarah Huckabee Sanders, asked for federal help. But the request was turned down. This decision came from the Trump administration, which has been pushing state
A group of twelve states took a stand against the federal government. They filed a lawsuit. The reason? They believe the government is breaking the rules by raising taxes through tariffs. These tariffs were put in place using a law called the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. This law giv
A man who killed seven people and injured nearly 50 others during a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois, in 2022, will spend the rest of his life in prison. Robert "Bobby" Crimo III, 24, pleaded guilty to 69 charges, including 21 counts of murder. Illinois does not have the death penalt
Community colleges across the United States are facing a big challenge. Federal changes are coming and these changes could have a big impact on how these colleges operate. These colleges are worried, but they are not just sitting around. They are looking for ways to adapt and thrive in the new en
The Stolen Valor Act has finally made it through the legislative process. This act is a big deal because it cracks down on people who falsely claim to have received military medals. It's not just about the medals. It's about the integrity of the people who truly earned them. These medals represent r
Oil prices took a hit recently, continuing a downward trend that started with the announcement of new tariffs. This drop happened even though there was a significant decrease in U. S. oil inventories, as reported by the American Petroleum Institute. The API noted a large draw of 4. 565 million barre
The White House is on the hunt for a new defense secretary. The current one, Pete Hegseth, has made a serious misstep. He shared confidential military details in two Signal group chats last month. This blunder has raised eyebrows and sparked a search for his replacement. This isn't just about a
