Renters in Los Angeles are finally seeing some relief as a wave of new apartment developments begins to cool the city’s historically high rental prices. A recent report by Zumper shows that Los Angeles has dropped out of the top 10 most expensive U.S. cities for renters for the first time. The shift comes as … Read more
A beloved arts institution in Lexington is entering the final stretch of a major fundraising effort aimed at upgrading its long-standing home. Campaign nearing completion Lexington Children’s Theatre announced it has raised about $2 million toward a $2.5 million campaign, leaving $500,000 still needed to complete planned renovations. Leaders say community support will be key to … Read more
A high-profile proposal to tax ultra-wealthy residents in California has officially qualified for the November ballot after organizers gathered more than enough voter signatures. The initiative, backed by SEIU-United Healthcare Workers West, would introduce a one-time 5% tax on individuals with a net worth of $1 billion or more. Signature Drive Surpasses Required Threshold Supporters announced … Read more
LEXINGTON, Ky. — State funding for public universities across Kentucky has been largely restored under the final version of the state budget, easing concerns about significant financial cuts to higher education institutions. Earlier proposals included reductions of 1.9% in general funding for the 2026–27 fiscal year and 3.7% in 2027–28. However, revisions to House Bill … Read more
Members of the Cuban community in South Florida are expressing skepticism over a newly announced economic proposal from Cuba that would allow expatriates to invest in businesses and property on the island. “We’ve heard this before,” locals say For many Cuban Americans, the proposal is being met with distrust rather than optimism. Armando Hernandez, who lived in … Read more
CHICAGO — Brandon Johnson held a town hall Thursday evening on the city’s West Side to discuss Chicago’s recently approved 2026 budget and hear directly from residents. City officials presented details on what the budget includes and what it cuts. “Last summer, you showed up. You filled rooms at budget roundtables. You asked hard questions … Read more
December is finally here, and some Social Security recipients will be getting their checks this week December has arrived, and some Social Security recipients will receive their checks this week, while others will not get them until later in the month. The Social Security Administration releases its full payment schedule before each year begins, allowing … Read more