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Legislature Update: Minimum Wage and Family Home Workers; A Plan to Boost Student Aid

The state Supreme Court last week handed the Washington Legislature a surprise bill that could cost well into the nine figures, ruling that adult family home workers are entitled to actually make the minimum wage, even if they are live-in workers who get …

Brian Tyler Cohen believes in the future of the Democratic Party

President Donald Trump and his MAGA-infected GOP made promises that motivated people to put on their red hats again and vote for a future that seemed to offer something better than what they had. But as promises began to break, from the (non)release of …

Could one account replace food stamps, housing, child care benefits? This Utah group thinks so

SALT LAKE CITY — A Utah-based think tank is proposing replacing several federal social welfare programs with a single benefit, and suggests the Beehive State could be one of the best states to pilot such a program. Rather than delivering various welfare …

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These states are the best and worst tippers in America

These States Are the Best and Worst Tippers in America Tipping is a common practice in the United States, especially in restaurants where patrons often adhere to the 20% rule. However, not all states follow this norm, with some being more generous than …

Talarico details tax plan, Paxton stays vague in Texas US Senate race

Slashing taxes has become a flashpoint in Texas politics and both candidates in the U.S. Senate race vow to keep up the momentum. For Republican candidate Ken Paxton, that vow comes unaccompanied by any plan. On his campaign website, Paxton touted his bona …

People are flooding into the 'worst places to live' that a network just ranked

Lara Trump explains how growing families are fueling the South's population boom. She attributes this trend to conservative, family-oriented individuals and families migrating from high-tax states. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Republican …

Red state governors blast CNBC's 'worst states to live' list, point to booming population growth

Lara Trump explains how growing families are fueling the South's population boom. She attributes this trend to conservative, family-oriented individuals and families migrating from high-tax states. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Republican …

Texas paychecks are rising, but overtime might be missing

State officials have been celebrating the Texas labor market for years now, citing record employment numbers and higher paychecks across the region. But macroeconomic numbers don’t always tell the full story for the workers actually living them. In the …

How an Oil Superpower Became a Nation Paying More for Fuel Than America: The Stark Reality of ₦70,000 Nigerian Wages vs. ...

Nigerians should not be compelled to endure fuel pump prices that tower above those in the United States, particularly when Nigeria itself is an oil-producing nation. The situation is indefensible: despite global crude oil prices falling from over $120 to …

Senate hopeful Talarico proposes major increase in minimum wage

Texas' Democrat US Senate candidate James Talarico made a call for a dramatic increase in minimum wage. FOX 26's Greg Groogan shares what the candidate had to say during a Houston meet-and-greet. HOUSTON - In the hotly contested Texas race for U.S …

Texas homebuyers now need more than 7 years to save for a down payment

It's no secret that purchasing a home in 2026 has become an ever-shifting financial goalpost that requires a lot more money than it used to. And a new study has just revealed it takes 9 months longer for Texas residents to save for a down payment than …

Texas candidate for US Senate calls for increase in minimum wage

Swapmeet make music in service of a feeling

Venus O’Broin says life at the moment reminds her of the hit television show Severance. Based on the novel by Ling Ma, it follows a team of corporate drones whose consciousnesses are cleaved between their hours in the office and their lives off the clock …

Talarico says focusing on costs will help him beat Paxton in tight U.S. Senate race in Texas

With five recent independent polls showing Democrat James Talarico is locked in a dead heat with Republican Ken Paxton for the U.S. Senate seat in Texas, the state representative said his focus on lowering costs will help him win in November.  After …

Buc-ee’s Begins Construction on First Site in Wisconsin

Buc-ee’s has officially begun construction on its first travel stop in Wisconsin, located in Oak Creek. The move comes as the retailer continues making its presence known across the U.S. by breaking into new markets and building upon its already expansive …

New federal bill calls for $25 minimum wage nationwide — that’s still not enough to get by in some states

Living wages could see a major boost. Since 2009, the federal minimum wage has been set at $7.25 an hour. However, Democrats in Congress have a new proposal that would see it jump to $25. But some lawmakers say it’s still not enough. The Living Wage for …

Utah receives ‘F’ grade for quality of life in new US rankings

Utah has ranked as one of the worst states in a recent CNBC list examining the quality of life across the U.S. The list graded states based on crime rates, air quality, healthcare access, worker protections and civil rights laws, among other factors. …

Raising the minimum wage helps some, but economists warn it could hurt others

The price of everyday life keeps climbing — and more states are raising the minimum wage to help workers keep up. But economists say how high it goes could make the difference between more opportunity or fewer jobs. Nineteen states raised the minimum wage …

U.S. Supreme Court Decision Impacts Independence of Federal Agencies

A Dentons webinar focuses on the court ruling’s implications for energy and infrastructure regulation, and environmental rules and permitting processes. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A decision handed down by …

Gen Z Leaders Gather in Washington for Food & Hunger Summit

Young people from across the country speak out about food insecurity and propose solutions to end hunger. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On July 14 and 15, more than 160 Gen Z leaders from 35 states gathered …

Dr. Bernard W.H. Jennings Unveils Innovative Plan to Increase School Funding Without Raising Taxes

Dr. Bernard W.H. Jennings unveils a bold plan to fund Miami-Dade Schools—without raising taxes. Global partnerships. Teacher housing. Real innovation. #MDCPS MIAMI-DADE, FL, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Can Miami-Dade …

The New York Women's Foundation's 2026 Neighborhood Dinner Comes to Queens

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The New York Women’s Foundation invites community members, partners, supporters, civic leaders, and friends to save the date for the 2026 Neighborhood Dinner, taking place on …

Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Recap -- Week of July 13, 2026

Here’s a recap of key moments from House Republican committees during the week: Appropriations On Tuesday, July 14, the Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government, led by Rep. Dave Joyce, held a budget hearing to review the Supreme Court…

Automotive Social Media Giant Announces Expansion to Apex, North Carolina Headquarters After 584% Year-Over-Year Growth

Automotive marketing firm behind the Facebook Sales Event moves to 1030 Classic Road, Suite 201 in Apex, NC to support 600+ dealer partners nationwide. APEX, NC, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Willowood Ventures, the …

Florida's $50 Million Hometown Heroes Fund: What Essential Workers in Orange, Seminole, Lake, and Volusia Need to Know

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Florida Housing Finance Corporation reopened its Hometown Heroes Homebuyer Loan Program on July 13, 2026 with $50 million in down payment assistance for essential workers purchasing a first …

Resolution's Second FAST-41 Designation Bolsters U.S. Critical Minerals Push

Federal FAST-41 designation for Golden Gate gives RML two priority permitting projects as the U.S. accelerates domestic critical minerals development. Resolution Minerals (OTCQB:RLMLF) IDAHO, ID, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Get direct answers to your questions about City of Boston services, programs, and information. While we strive for accuracy by sourcing directly from Boston.gov, our search can occasionally provide unexpected results. You can help us improve by using the …

4Kira4Moms Kicks Off Black Maternal Health Week by Distributing Thousands of Free Diapers to the Las Vegas Community

Community-wide initiative with Dr. Eboni, Baby’s Bounty, Huggies, and local partners addresses diaper insecurity, connects families to maternal health resources LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As families across …

Congressman Ken Calvert Endorses David Pan for Congress

Ken Calvert’s support adds to endorsements for David Pan from the CAGOP, the OCGOP, Reform California, and many other elected officials. SANTA ANA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Friday, July 10, 2026, congressional …

American Medical Manufacturers Urge New York to Prioritize U.S.-Made N95 Respirators During Wildfire Smoke Emergency

Trade Group Says State and City Are Distributing Chinese-Made KN95 Masks While NIOSH-Approved, Domestically Manufactured N95 Respirators Remain Available NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As smoke from …

Dyanna Morrison's Justice (The Justice Trilogy) continues to Impress with An Award Winning Blend of Law and History

PROVIDENCE, RI, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author and playwright Dyanna Morrison is bringing renewed attention to the enduring principles of the United States Constitution through Justice (The Justice Trilogy), the first …

Digital Signatures Can Bring Election Integrity and Citizen Petitioning Into 21st Century

Prosperity for US Foundation Urges Leaders to Modernize Election Security and Citizen Participation WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the nation awaits an address tonight on what the White House has described …

PFPS US supports Bicameral, Bipartisan Legislation to Reduce Medical Misdiagnosis and improve Patient Reporting

Van Hollen, Luján, Beyer, Schrier, Van Drew Introduce Saving Lives and Reducing Health Care Waste by Improving Diagnosis in Medicine Act SMYRNA, GA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Patients for Patient Safety US (PFPS US) …

Following Historic Artemis II Mission, Humans to the Moon and Mars Summit Heads to Houston

July 21–23 event at Rice University unites NASA leaders, astronauts, scientists, innovators, and space executives on the next era of lunar and Mars exploration HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Three months after …

Trump Administration Unleashes Global Campaign to Crush Radical Left Terrorism

Today, the Trump Administration convened senior officials from governments around the world to launch an unprecedented global offensive against the transnational threat of Radical Left terrorism. Under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump, far-left …

Dennis Monagle of Ash Bishop David Featured on the Entrepreneur Spotlight Show

SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CAPT Dennis Monagle, Founder and CEO of Ash Bishop David, recently appeared on the Entrepreneur Spotlight Show, hosted by entrepreneur and author Andy Jacob. During the interview …

Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority and PNWER to Host 2026 Greater Northwest Rail Summit in Helena

Transportation, business and government leaders gather in Helena to discuss passenger rail, freight, economic development and regional connectivity. HELENA, MT, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Transportation leaders from …

Federal Court Finds Lummi Nation Likely to Succeed in Lawsuit over Disturbance of Ancestral Burial Sites

Court Orders Advance Notice Before Any Further Ground-Disturbing Work in Point Roberts BELLINGHAM, WA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A federal judge yesterday granted significant preliminary relief to the Lummi Nation in its …