On Thursday, September 19th, Governor Gavin Newsom, alongside state and local leaders, signed critical legislation aimed at tackling California’s housing crisis. The legislation, which directly addresses homelessness and expands affordable housing, is part of a broader strategy the governor has championed to hold localities accountable for their role in resolving the state’s most pressing housing…
In a recent press release, Governor Ron DeSantis celebrated Florida being ranked #1 in “Education Freedom” by the Heritage Foundation for the third consecutive year. This recognition is attributed to Florida’s policies promoting school choice, parental rights, and transparency in education. While the ranking might look like a triumph for Florida’s education system, a closer…
As fast food chains roll out enticing offers for National Cheeseburger Day, seniors who struggle with technology may find themselves left out. McDonald’s, Wendy’s, and Burger King have announced deals that include double cheeseburgers for as low as 50 cents and even 1-cent promotions, but these offers are only available to customers who use the…
Governor Ron DeSantis recently convened a roundtable with condominium owners and association leaders to discuss the growing concerns stemming from the implementation of new condo safety legislation. This meeting, held on September 9, 2024, focused on the financial and logistical challenges that condo owners are facing as they work to meet the safety and inspection…
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is making headlines again, but not for anything good. This time, he’s pushing policies that force people to have children, even if they can’t afford it, and then leaves those families without help once the kids are born. DeSantis recently signed a law that bans reproductive decisions after six weeks, which…
As October 1 approaches, when HB 1365 takes effect, Florida’s homeless population faces increased displacement. With shelter space limited and little funding available to expand services, many cities are ill-prepared to handle the growing crisis. The law empowers private citizens to sue municipalities that fail to remove homeless encampments, further straining local governments. Florida’s housing…
As Bank of America raises its minimum hourly wage to $24, surpassing California’s newly approved $20 minimum wage for fast-food workers, questions are surfacing about how these increases could exacerbate already rising inflation. With inflation already a significant concern for consumers and policymakers, such substantial wage hikes across industries may contribute to further price increases,…
Pinellas County, Florida, is grappling with a wave of outrage after it was revealed that the beloved Tarpon Woods Golf Course in Palm Harbor was quietly sold two years ago without residents’ knowledge. The sale of the 168.4-acre golf course to Tarpon Woods Properties LLC has ignited a fierce debate over the future of the…
McDonald’s is reducing its presence inside Walmart stores across the U.S., but in California, part of the driving force behind these closures is not just changing consumer habits but also rising costs, including the impact of Governor Gavin Newsom’s minimum wage increase. Fast food prices have already been rising, but the higher labor costs in…
California Governor Gavin Newsom frequently declares states of emergency as wildfires continue to devastate the state. In his most recent proclamation, Newsom declared a state of emergency in San Bernardino County to combat the fast-moving Line Fire, which burned over 7,000 acres and forced evacuations. These declarations unlock federal aid, but they also raise questions…
