In a move that impacts borrowers and lenders across the state, Tennessee’s financial overseer has just set a new bar for interest rates. Commissioner Greg Gonzales announced yesterday that Tennessee will cap its maximum effective formula interest rate at 12.00 percent per annum. The latest decision, outlined on the Department of Financial Institution’s website, is...
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Northern Ohio Welcomes Brief Rain Ahead of High Pressure System, Clear Skies Expected Through Saturday
As the rain sweeps across Northern Ohio ahead of a cold front, residents can expect short-term relief from dry conditions. However, that light at the end of the tunnel isn’t forecasted to last long, according to the National Weather Service in Cleveland, OH. Showers are moving quickly today, and while they may be accompanied by...
Dallas Cowboys Trade for Panthers Wide Receiver Jonathan Mingo, Exchange Draft Picks in NFL’s Latest Move
In what appears to be a strategic bolstering of their receiving corps, the Dallas Cowboys have procured the services of wideout Jonathan Mingo from the Carolina Panthers, as the NFL’s trade deadline drama unfolds. The move, first reported by NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero and later confirmed by the team, sees Dallas...
Popular Webster Groves Eatery Balkan Treat Box Temporarily Closes, Owners Silent on Reasons Behind Shutdown
Balkan Treat Box, the celebrated restaurant located at 8103 Big Bend Blvd. in Webster Groves, has shuttered its doors “until further notice.” This development was shared with the community via the restaurant’s social media accounts, which includes Facebook and Instagram. “We are closed until further notice. Thank you for your continued support and we hope...
Janet Cowell Triumphs in Raleigh Mayoral Race with 60% of Votes
Raleigh has elected Janet Cowell, a former state treasurer, as its next mayor. Cowell emerged victorious among five candidates in the recent mayoral race, accruing nearly 60% of the total votes. According to CBS 17, Cowell received 131,079 votes, with her nearest competitor Paul Fitts securing 40,324 votes. Notably, Cowell succeeded Mary-Ann Baldwin, who opted...
Orange County Mother Charged with Murder Following Fatal Fire that Claimed Infant’s Life
An unsettling tragedy arose from Orange County as a mother faces charges for the death of her infant following a fire incident in August. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office has identified the woman as Esther Thelus, 26, who is alleged to have intentionally started the blaze that led to the fatality of her 9-month-old baby...
Search Continues After Vehicle Plunges into Pond Near Baltimore’s Richardson Farms
According to the Baltimore County Fire Department, a vehicle plunged into a pond off Ebenezer Road in Baltimore County, sparking an immediate search-and-rescue effort. The incident involved a single person within the vehicle and occurred in the area known for Richardson Farms—a market celebrated for its fresh local produce, as reported by WMAR-2 News. In the...
Soggy Forecast Ahead, Memphis Braces for Showers and Thunderstorms Throughout the Week
Memphis residents are prepping for a wet and unpredictable week, as the National Weather Service forecasts a series of showers and thunderstorms through the coming days. Conditions overnight will see likely showers and the chance of a thunderstorm, with a persisting patchy fog and a low temperature hovering around 63 degrees Fahrenheit, as per National...
Dallas Forecast: Sunny Start with Rising Storm Chances Throughout the Week
The City of Dallas braces itself for a dynamic range of weather conditions through the coming week, with clear skies giving way to the potential for stormy upheavals. According to the National Weather Service, Dallas residents can expect sunny conditions today, with highs nearing a comfortable 73 degrees. However, with calm winds set to shift...
Burien Sets the Stage for Future Growth with Comprehensive 2044 Plan
The City Council of Burien has set forth a new trajectory for the city’s growth over the next two decades with the passage of the Burien 2044 Comprehensive Plan on October 28. This extensive plan, which reflects two years of meticulous preparations with valuable contributions from staff, Burien Planning Commission, community groups, and local residents,...