The clock is ticking for millions of Americans to pick their health insurance plans. In most states, the deadline to choose an Affordable Care Act (ACA) plan was Thursday. This is a big deal for people who don't get health insurance through their jobs, like small business owners, gig workers, and fa
New York City's Mayor Zohran Mamdani is on a mission. He wants to make sure everyone can enjoy and create art without breaking the bank. Just a couple of weeks into his role, he's already shaking things up. His latest move? Putting Rafael Espinal in charge of the Mayor's Office of Media and Entertai
The housing crisis in America is real, and people are looking for someone to blame. President Donald Trump has pointed his finger at Wall Street, suggesting that big investors are the main reason homes are so expensive. He's proposed banning these investors from buying single-family homes and having
Illinois lawmakers are back at work, but this time, they're dealing with a $2. 2 billion budget gap. That's a lot of money, and it's not going to be easy to fix. The state is also dealing with some big changes in Washington, like fewer federal dollars coming in. This means lawmakers have to be extra
Florida's Live Local Act, a 2023 law aimed at tackling housing affordability, is facing resistance from some wealthy areas. These communities are putting up barriers to block new housing developments, despite the law's incentives like tax breaks and easier zoning rules. The law was designed to enco
Ford, a well-known car company, surprised everyone by showing off some exciting new tech at a big tech event in Las Vegas. They didn't just talk about cars; they shared plans for self-driving technology and AI helpers that could change how we drive and use our vehicles. The star of the show was For
The struggle with affordability is a hot topic, but is anyone truly ready to tackle it? This issue affects everyone, from the average person to big decision-makers. Yet, real action seems slow. Many people talk about the problem. They share stories and data. But when it comes to making big changes,
The House of Representatives recently made a big move. They voted to extend health care subsidies for people who get insurance through the Affordable Care Act. This vote was a surprise because it wasn't what the Republican leaders wanted. A group of Republican lawmakers teamed up with Democrats to m
People aren't just leaving California. They're leaving in droves. Not just the rich, but everyday folks too. They're packing up their stuff and heading out. Where are they going? Mostly nearby states like Arizona, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, and Texas. U-Haul's data shows that more people are leavi
In a surprising move, the House of Representatives took a big step toward extending health insurance subsidies that expired last month. These subsidies, part of the Affordable Care Act, help about 22 million people afford their health insurance. The vote was close, with 221 in favor and 205 against
