J. Lysikatos 
Newly released data from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) shows that scams are a big problem in the U.S. According to the FTC, Americans lost a massive $10 billion to fraud last year, up more than 14% on 2022. Let’s take a look at their findings and see which states are the most scammed. Advanced … Read more
Workers for Delta Air Lines, one of America’s major airlines, could be in for a windfall this year as the company has announced a swathe of pay increases across the country. While some are excited by this news, others are less happy. Delta’s Generous Wage Boost Delta is a company with a long history. It … Read more
A huge data breach at one of the country’s leading health insurance providers could mean that your personal information has been compromised. Let’s take a look and see what your options are. Data Breach Bombshell On Monday, UnitedHealth Group announced that hackers had managed to invade their systems in February and stole protected health information … Read more
Financial analyst Gary Shilling had some tough words for people across the nation this week, with a dire warning about America’s tardy economy. Expert’s Warning Despite the Biden administration repeatedly touting the strength of the economy, one expert strongly disagrees – Gary Shilling. Gary Shilling Predicts Recession Ahead In an interview with Newsweek, Shilling claimed … Read more
Have you ever heard of “food is medicine” programs? Essentially, it comes from the concept that the food we eat directly affects our health and risk of disease. These programs propose that to alleviate the strain on hospitals and healthcare, people should have equal access to healthy foods. Well, these initiatives are currently gaining speed … Read more
Americans across the country are feeling the after-effects of the “rise and grind” mindset that has gripped the nation. A new poll by Gallup has revealed some insights into the average Joe’s sleeping habits – and many of us will be able to relate to them. Sleepless in America The U.S. could be one of … Read more
America is facing an unprecedented pharmaceutical crisis, and it could affect the drugs you take on a daily basis. Escalating Drug Shortages Drug shortages in America have never been worse, according to data from the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) and a study by the University of Utah Drug Information Service. A Longstanding Issue … Read more
A new report has weighed in on the financial prospects of the younger generation and revealed that things may not be as bad as they are made out to be. The Unattainable Dream of Wealth For many millennials, the idea of wealth and homeownership is a pipe dream. Millennial Financial Struggles High property prices, a … Read more
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is back in the news this week after winning council members’ approval of his new plan to release $70 million to fund migrant services. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s Plan Approval In a 20-8 vote, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson won support for his plan, which had previously divided council members. Behind-the-Scenes Lobbying … Read more
Denver’s recent Newcomer Operations and 2024 Budget proposal has prompted a major outcry against the city’s plans to defund the police in order to free up more money to cover the migrant crisis. Denver’s Budget Allocation for Undocumented Migrant Arrivals Sanctuary City Mayor Mike Johnston announced the new budget, which includes just under $90 million … Read more
“Mr Wonderful,” AKA Kevin O’Leary, has had some choice words to say about New York City’s new plan to charge people who drive into Manhattan. Let’s take a look at what he said. New York City’s Congestion Toll Program At the end of March 2024, New York City completed the final step in a fifteen-year-long … Read more
Governor of Ohio Mike DeWine has announced that he’s going to be directly tackling the childcare crisis that’s gripping the state in his State of the State address, alongside a whole host of other child-focused policies. DeWine’s Childcare Voucher Program The news with the biggest potential impact for thousands of families across Ohio is that … Read more
What was once an affordable treat is now slowly becoming an expensive luxury as coffee prices worldwide begin to climb, hitting new highs just this week. Let’s take a look at the whole story. Impacting Your Daily Brew Your coffee habit is sadly getting more and more expensive to maintain as global coffee prices soar. … Read more
Eaze Technologies and union negotiators announced on Wednesday they have reached a settlement to avoid a work stoppage across California on April 20, the marijuana industry’s busiest retail day of the year. Threat of Strike Nearly 600 workers threatened to strike after ongoing disputes over pay and working conditions. Eaze Company Background Workers from 11 … Read more
Congress has passed a slew of tax breaks for the wealthy worth almost $300 billion under the guise of helping the average American. Investigating Secure 2.0 Politico’s latest investigation charts the course of a 2022 bill called the Secure 2.0 Retirement Savings Act and how it has expanded into the behemoth it is now. The … Read more
A new forecast from UCF economist Sean Snaith – the director of UCF’s Institute for Economic Forecasting – has explored the future financial prospects of the sunshine state, and it seems as though things may be taking off. Florida’s Economic Outlook As we move into the winter of 2024, Snaith predicts that Florida’s economy will … Read more
Stores across the U.S. are closing at unprecedented levels, according to new research from advisory firm Coresight Research. Read on for more information about the impact this could have on you and your communities. Store Closures Sweep Across the U.S. Last year, U.S. retailers shut stores across the country. Impact on Various Sectors From clothing … Read more
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is getting ready to plan out the 2025 school budget, and it looks like the district will be working hard to focus on your child’s education rather than making controversial budget cuts. Here’s the full story. Planning Ahead CPS CEO Pedro Martinez and Chief Education Officer Bogdana Chkoumbova laid out their … Read more
Sanctuary cities are feeling the strain on their resources, and migrant homelessness is on the rise, as residents are unable to afford their rents, amid concerns that this could lead to an unprecedented crisis in Chicago and Denver. Here’s the full story. Pro-Migrant Cities Denver and Chicago are both cities known for their pro-migrant stance. … Read more
Following the historic regulation recently imposed in California, which granted a $20 minimum wage for all fast food workers, advocate groups are now pushing for further wage increases – this time targeting all of California’s working residents. Extending California’s $20 Minimum Wage Wage advocate group One Fair Wage is pushing lawmakers to extend California’s new … Read more
