SOUTH LOS ANGELES – A 21-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot in his vehicle on Sunday night in South Los Angeles, according to the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD). Officers responded to reports of gunfire near the intersection of 25th Street and Maple Avenue. Upon arrival, they discovered the victim, who had...
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8-Year-Old Girl Found Safe in Riverdale; Mother Faces Charges
ATLANTA – Atlanta police have located an 8-year-old girl who was reported missing and have taken her mother into custody on a child cruelty charge. The missing child, Samaunee Mosley, was the subject of a “critical missing” alert issued on Monday. According to investigators, Samaunee was last known to be with her mother, 30-year-old Tychena...
No Fare, No Worries: Free Valley Metro Rides on New Year’s Eve
PHOENIX — Valley Metro is teaming up with Coors Light to ensure revelers can celebrate responsibly on New Year’s Eve by offering free public transportation. Starting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, December 31, and continuing until the end of service early Wednesday morning, riders can hop on light rail and bus services at no cost....
Stimulus Checks During Trump’s Term: Is Another Relief Plan Possible?
As Donald Trump prepares for a potential return to the White House, many Americans are curious about the prospect of another stimulus check. During his previous term, Trump authorized two rounds of direct payments to help mitigate the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The first round, issued in March 2020, provided up to $1,200...
Holiday Spending Leaves 36% of Americans in Debt, Averaging $1,181 Each
Many Americans are capping off the holidays with new debt balances. This season, 36% of American consumers took on holiday debt, according to a new survey from LendingTree. Those who racked up balances this season took on an average of $1,181 in debt, up from $1,028 in 2023. However, that is still down from $1,549 in 2022, LendingTree...
New York Residents to Receive Unexpected Cash Boost Soon
There is a gift that some in New York State might have coming there way within the next few weeks and it comes at a perfect time! The Holidays sure put a hurtin’ on that bank account. In fact, some of us are still trying to get out from under the debt from this past...
Stormy Weather and High Winds Knock Out Power Across Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH — Thousands of Pittsburgh-area residents are without power following a powerful storm system that swept through the region on Sunday. The severe weather, which brought wind gusts of more than 50 mph, has left many communities, especially in Allegheny County, in the dark. By 10 p.m. Sunday, approximately 55,416 customers were without power in...
Social Security Changes in 2024: If You’re Not in These Groups, You Won’t Get Payments
As the end of the year draws to a close, United States citizens know that the last payments of Social Security benefits are closer than ever. However, it is true that the new year begins just a few days after the last payment of the year, which means that a new payment cycle begins with a new...
IRS Announces $1,550 Stimulus Payment in 2024: Find Out If You Qualify
The Internal Revenue Service department offers about 1 million taxpayers Unclaimed Stimulus Checks. Some residents have not received their stimulus checks, or their benefits are pending due to any problem they face. It is an opportunity for them now to avail of the benefits that were given in the form of $1550 Stimulus checks. This...
New Year, New Pay: Las Cruces Increases Minimum Wage in 2025
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – Starting January 1, 2025, the City of Las Cruces will increase its minimum hourly wage from $12.36 to $12.65, providing a boost to workers across the city. In addition, tipped employees will see their wages rise from $4.95 to $5.06 per hour, according to the city’s announcement. This wage adjustment...