California’s homeless population grows, despite billions spent on solutions

From 2018 to 2022, California allocated $17.5 billion toward homelessness but saw its homeless population grow. Federal data shows that California hosts half of the nation’s unsheltered homeless population. California ranks as the fourth worst state for homelessness, with nearly 186,000 people currently unhoused. This represents an 8% increase from 2022, highlighting the severity of…

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Opinion: DeSantis’s Florida: Condo Laws Make It Clear—Only the Wealthy Can Afford to Stay

In the face of a mounting insurance crisis and deteriorating infrastructure, Governor Ron DeSantis’s decision to enforce stringent condo laws may be unpopular, but it is ultimately the right move. With Florida’s unique mix of aging buildings, frequent hurricanes, and a history of tragic incidents like the Surfside condo collapse, these laws may be the…

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TikTok Users Shocked that Bank Fraud is a Crime: JPMorgan Sues Over ATM Exploit

In recent months, several customers of JPMorgan Chase found themselves facing legal actions after attempting to capitalize on a technical malfunction in the bank’s ATM systems. This malfunction, widely shared across social media platforms like TikTok, misleadingly suggested that users could benefit from what was termed the “infinite money glitch.” The Glitch and Its Exploitation…

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Opinion: Profiting from Disaster, State Farm and the Need for a California Public Insurance Option

Insurance is meant to protect people when disasters happen. It’s supposed to help families rebuild and prevent financial ruin after events like fires or hurricanes. Insurance has shifted towards making profit, often at the cost of those it’s meant to protect. State Farm, California’s biggest home insurer, is a good example of this. The company…

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Majority of Florida Hurricane Insurance Claims Denied by Citizens: 77% Left Holding the Bag

In the unpredictable world of Florida weather, where hurricanes are as common as the sunrise, insurance should be a dependable shield for homeowners. However, the reality is unsettling. Citizens Property Insurance, the state’s largest insurer, has demonstrated a concerning pattern: a high rate of claim denials that leaves many Floridians vulnerable. Notably, during Hurricane Debby’s…

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DeSantis’ Dilemma: Florida’s Condo Insurance Crisis Spills Over to Mortgages

In Florida, the insurance crisis gripping the condominium market is now casting a long shadow over mortgage options available to potential condo buyers, with repercussions felt across the real estate financing landscape. This troubling trend has been exacerbated by legislative changes under Governor Ron DeSantis’ administration, adding layers of complexity for buyers, sellers, and financial…

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