Stores across the U.S. are closing at unprecedented levels, according to new research from advisory firm Coresight Research. Read on for more information about the impact this could have on you and your communities. Store Closures Sweep Across the U.S. Last year, U.S. retailers shut stores across the country. Impact on Various Sectors From clothing […]
Author: Joe Lysikatos
Americans Continue to Struggle Through High Rent Costs
Fresh reports reveal that Joe Biden is in an intense struggle behind closed doors, grappling with the housing crisis and finding ways to solve it. Here’s the full story. Biden’s Battle The issue of skyrocketing rent prices has become a significant concern for President Joe Biden, who is worried about its impact on the economy […]
Chicago Public Schools Target Fair Funding by 2025 Despite Budget Crisis
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is getting ready to plan out the 2025 school budget, and it looks like the district will be working hard to focus on your child’s education rather than making controversial budget cuts. Here’s the full story. Planning Ahead CPS CEO Pedro Martinez and Chief Education Officer Bogdana Chkoumbova laid out their […]
Migrant Homelessness on the Rise in Sanctuary Cities as Shelters Close
Sanctuary cities are feeling the strain on their resources, and migrant homelessness is on the rise, as residents are unable to afford their rents, amid concerns that this could lead to an unprecedented crisis in Chicago and Denver. Here’s the full story. Pro-Migrant Cities Denver and Chicago are both cities known for their pro-migrant stance. […]
Will the 4-Day Work Week Become a Reality?
Senator Bernie Sanders is pushing ahead with legislation to introduce a four-day working week to the Senate, a hot-topic issue that many Democrats have been rooting for for a while. Here’s the full story. Sanders Sparks Debate Sanders’s bill will reportedly establish a standard 32-hour work week, a 4-day week for many, with no reduction […]
California Workers Demand $20 Statewide Minimum Wage in Advocacy Push
Following the historic regulation recently imposed in California, which granted a $20 minimum wage for all fast food workers, advocate groups are now pushing for further wage increases – this time targeting all of California’s working residents. Extending California’s $20 Minimum Wage Wage advocate group One Fair Wage is pushing lawmakers to extend California’s new […]
Chocolate Lovers Beware: Climate Change Threatens Your Favorite Treat
If you’ve got a sweet tooth, you might have noticed a changing trend in the world of chocolate. Higher prices and smaller candy bars are becoming the norm – and unfortunately it’s not going to stop there, as a recent report reveals there’s a lot of change coming in the future. Let’s see what’s going […]
Are You Living in a Debt Hotspot? WalletHub’s Latest Report Reveals All
A recent report by WalletHub has revealed the states in which people are struggling the most financially. Here are their findings. WalletHub’s State Rankings WalletHub analyzed all 50 states to find where people have the most collection accounts – which are debts sold to debt collection agencies due to lack of payments. These debt agencies […]
Walmart May Owe You $500: Check Your Eligibility
If you’re one of the hundreds of millions who shop at Walmart every week, you may be entitled to a rather large chunk of money following the results of a $45 million class-action settlement. Here are the details. Walmart’s $45 Million Settlement Any Walmart customers who bought certain types of food from any of their […]
Green Gold Rush: Clean Energy Companies Thrive Under New Legislation
President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has caused a surge in green policies and a net boom for sustainable companies. Here’s a quick rundown of what’s been happening and where the sector could go from here. The Birth of the IRA In 2022, Biden announced the creation of the landmark IRA, a new federal law […]