When Maria became a single mom in Seattle, she quickly realized there was a lot to learn about her rights—and responsibilities—under Washington state law. One of the questions she struggled with was: “What age limits apply to me and my child when it comes to support and custody?” If you’re a single parent in Washington,…
According to police and reports, a killer has finally been found in the horrific rape and murder of a Utah teen that perplexed investigators for forty years. On May 15, 1985, 18-year-old Christine Gallegos was last seen alive while hitchhiking to downtown Salt Lake City for her job. According to reports, the driver of a…
When Jake, a longtime hemp gummies enthusiast in St. Paul, went to restock his favorite snacks, he was met with a new challenge: stricter rules governing their sale. “The clerk asked for my ID and explained there were limits on how much THC the gummies could have now,” he recalled. “I didn’t even know the…
Let’s be honest—state taxes are confusing enough without a big shakeup thrown into the mix. If you live in Missouri or invest there, you’ve probably heard the buzz about the state legislature’s plan to eliminate the individual capital gains tax starting in 2025. It’s a huge deal because Missouri would be the first state in…
Wisconsin has enacted a new law requiring abortion providers to ask women for their reasons for seeking an abortion. Here’s a breakdown of the law and its implications. What Does the New Wisconsin Law Require? Under the new law, abortion providers must request that patients disclose their reasons for obtaining an abortion from a specified…
After a four-day strike that severely disrupted the lives of tens of thousands of commuters throughout the region, New Jersey Transit trains were fully restored to service early Tuesday morning. The third-busiest commuter railroad in the country was forced to halt operations due to an unexpected work stoppage led by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers…
North Carolina has enacted a new law that restricts the sale of hemp gummies and similar products exclusively to adults. Here’s what consumers and retailers need to know. What Does the New Law Say? The recent legislation prohibits the sale of hemp gummies, drinks, and other consumable hemp products to anyone under the age of…
Iowa has taken a firm stance on swatting, making false emergency calls a felony offense. Here’s what this means for residents and potential offenders. What’s New With Iowa’s Swatting Law? In a significant update, Iowa has elevated the crime of swatting—making false emergency calls that dispatch police or SWAT teams—to a felony. This change is…
New York State has announced a $2,500 salary increase for experienced teachers as part of a broader effort to address teacher shortages and improve retention across public schools. Key Details of the Pay Raise Starting in the upcoming school year, eligible teachers will receive a $2,500 boost to their annual salary. This raise targets educators…
Starting July 1, 2025, Iowa drivers will pay more at the pump due to a planned gas tax increase. Here’s what every motorist needs to know to prepare. Iowa’s Gas Tax Increase: What’s Happening? Iowa is set to increase its gas tax by X cents per gallon beginning July 1, 2025, as part of a…
