In a landmark decision on Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of Grants Pass, granting it the authority to ticket homeless individuals for sleeping outdoors. This ruling rejected the arguments that such “anti-camping” ordinances constitute “cruel and unusual” punishment under the Constitution. The decision, penned by Justice Neil Gorsuch for the court’s conservative…
California motorists are bracing for another hike in gas taxes come July 1. The state’s excise tax on gasoline is set to increase from 57.9 cents to 59.6 cents per gallon, according to an announcement from the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration. This move is part of an ongoing trend that has seen…
When renting a U-Haul vehicle, customers are faced with a seemingly simple choice: refuel the vehicle themselves or opt for a service like EZ-Fuel. However, the simplicity of this choice masks a complex, profit-driven policy that many argue is fundamentally unfair to consumers. At the core of the issue is the requirement that vehicles be…
In a significant ruling today, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected a proposed settlement between New Mexico and Texas over the management of the Rio Grande’s waters. The 5-4 decision complicates ongoing efforts to resolve long-standing disputes over how New Mexico, Texas, and Colorado share this critical water source. The proposed settlement, which aimed to ensure…
Arizona is currently experiencing a significant construction boom, especially in the Phoenix-metro area. With Maricopa County being one of the fastest-growing regions in the U.S., the demand for new housing and infrastructure is skyrocketing. This growth has led to a surge in employment within the construction industry, projected to add about 40,000 new jobs by…
Oakland, CA – The New York Post recently published an article spotlighting a family from Coconut Creek, Florida, who had their car burglarized while dropping off their son at college in Oakland, California. The article, seen by many as catering to the Post’s conservative readership, implied that the crime was emblematic of broader safety issues…
More than 2.5 million Floridians enjoy the benefits of condominium living. Multi-story towers offer residents proximity to scenic views, workplaces, family, and recreational activities. Condominium ownership comes with significant financial responsibilities. Beyond the initial purchase cost, ongoing investments are necessary to maintain and support the infrastructure, protecting both the value of the property and the…
On Sunday night’s episode of Last Week Tonight, John Oliver tackled the contentious subject of deep-sea mining, with a particular focus on the Clarion-Clipperton Zone (CCZ). This Europe-sized area, located three miles beneath the Pacific Ocean between Mexico and Hawaii, is under scrutiny for its vast reserves of precious metals and unique deep-sea life. Oliver’s…
In a move aimed at confronting pervasive income inequality, California Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed into law a substantial increase in the state’s minimum wage for fast food workers setting it at $20 per hour. While celebrated as a significant step forward for workers’ rights and economic justice, experts argue that this adjustment, while notable,…
The fast-food industry in California has been deeply concerned about a new law that raises the minimum wage for workers. Recently, a group called the California Business and Industrial Alliance placed a big ad in USA Today claiming that nearly 10,000 fast-food jobs were lost because of this law. They blamed Governor Gavin Newsom, who…
