California Matches Top Spot for Poverty as Newsom 2028 Speculation Grows
California and Louisiana Share Highest Poverty Rate in 2024 California finds itself tied with Louisiana for the highest poverty rate in the nation at 17.7%, according to a recent analysis by the California Budget and Policy Center. This report, based on updated census data, suggests that the situation has seen “specific improvements from 2023.” Despite […]
Fire in Arizona grows quickly to 1,170 hectares (2,900 acres)
Blythe Fire Update The Blythe Fire started on May 7, just about 4.8 km (3 miles) west of Pima, along US-70 in Graham County, Arizona. Initially, it covered around 65 ha (160 acres), and by May 8, 80% was contained. However, on May 9, strong winds caused it to spread quickly. As of now, containment […]
Outrage Grows Over California’s Decision to End Funding for Legal Fees of Criminal Immigrants
California’s New Immigration Legal Aid Restrictions Spark Controversy California has recently taken a stance against illegal immigration by limiting taxpayer-funded legal assistance in such cases, which has drawn criticism from various activist groups across the state. Governor Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, enacted this measure as part of the 2025 budget on February 7th. The legislation […]
Alabama grows its well-regarded First Class Pre-K program by adding 58 new classrooms
Expansion of Pre-K Classrooms in Alabama Last Friday, Governor Ivey announced the addition of 58 new first-class Pre-K classrooms for the 2025-2026 school year. This initiative continues the state’s effort to expand its nationally acclaimed programs in partnership with the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education. With these new additions, the total number of first-class […]
Wildfire close to the Grand Canyon grows nearly twenty times larger in just 24 hours
Significant Fire Growth Near Grand Canyon A fire near the Grand Canyon, named the White Sage fire, has drastically increased in size—nearly 20 times larger in just 24 hours. Located in Jacobreak, Arizona, roughly 650 miles southwest of Denver, Colorado, the blaze has surged from 1,000 acres to approximately 20,000 acres, as noted on government […]
Brasfield & Gorrie grows Birmingham headquarters with an $18.9 million project and creates many new jobs
Birmingham’s Local Company Expands with New Headquarters Birmingham’s Lakeview district is seeing a significant addition with the new three-storey, 28,500-square-foot expansion of a local headquarters. This $18.9 million investment underscores the company’s ongoing dedication to its hometown, dating back to its founding in 1964. They’ve earned a reputation for delivering construction projects that often exceed […]
Sloss Tech 2025 grows with impressive keynote speakers, a $75,000 startup contest, and a Grammy-winning afterparty.
Sloss Tech 2025 is set to make its return to downtown Birmingham from June 25th to 27th, marking a notable shift to a three-day format for the first time. Organizers are promoting this year’s event as the most extensive technology and innovation gathering in the Southeast, with plans for over 1,000 attendees to engage in […]
‘Just Don’t Get It’: Rubio Tears Into Stephanopoulos Over Russia Claims, Says Sooner Everyone ‘Grows Up’ The Better
Secretary of State Marco Rubio torn ties with Russia with “US George Stefanopuuros on Sunday,” saying “faster” people will “grow” and that the Ukraine-Russian war could be put to an end. After a heated debate in the oval office between President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and Ukrainian President Voldy Zelensky, the White House […]
🔥 Brady Fire Near Pine Flats Grows to 400 Acres, Evacuations Ordered as Crews Battle Blaze 🔥 | Prescott Valley Times local news
Today, with the help of heavy machinery, If feasible, continue to access some of the fire boundaries and build lines along the edge of the fire. The assessment of the required risks and value of protection efforts will resume. and The predicted wind, crews look for opportunities to slow the progress of the fire north. […]
Number of Maricopa County polling locations grows this election
Maricopa County said it has lost some of its traditional locations that have served as polling places and will have to pivot to find new ones. Maricopa County, Ariz. — Maricopa County will have more than 240 polling locations where voters can cast their ballots. Maricopa County Elections Coordinator Scott Jarrett said it’s a 20 […]