Business leaders in New York City are ignoring the reality of crime in the city.
Despite repetitive headlines, crime in New York City isn’t truly “going down,” although the business community seems to cling to this idea, according to On the Money. Business leaders highlight declines in certain crime rates to suggest that the city is a safe environment for employees and entrepreneurs. That sentiment has some merit—homicides have decreased […]
California Forever city shaken as major tenant leaves for Texas
California’s Missed Opportunity with Shipyard Project California lawmakers are facing challenges after a new city project backed by billionaires in the Bay Area lost out on a significant $3.2 billion shipyard initiative. This project was expected to create around 10,000 jobs, which now will not materialize. Salonic Technologies, a defense contractor based in Austin, decided […]
Three teenagers charged in reported acid attack on six women in Jersey City
Three teenage girls have been arrested in Jersey City for allegedly throwing acid at a group of six women last month, according to a city spokesperson. Kim Wallace-Scalcione, a representative from the Jersey City Department of Public Safety, stated that on June 15, a group of six women was approached near Wilkinson Street, where “someone […]
Neighborhood in NYC experiences 37% increase in rat sightings in 2026, despite a decline in reports across the city
Rodent Resurgence in Manhattan’s East Village It seems the East Village in Manhattan is facing a rat comeback, reported at a 37.6% increase in sightings compared to last year, even as the rest of the city sees a decline, according to public records. The area’s Community Board 3, which includes the East Village, Lower East […]
Pickleball player reportedly thrown into the air by an electrified fence at an Olympic Training Center files a lawsuit against the city.
Chula Vista Woman Sues After Pickleball Incident A woman from Chula Vista is taking legal action against the city, claiming her experience while playing pickleball turned dangerous. Renee Love reportedly lost consciousness after leaning against a fence that was electrically charged, with over 100 volts running through it. On August 19, 2025, Love was discovered […]
New York City Mayor Mamdani retains Platner consultant despite rape claims
Top Campaign Strategist for Maine Senate Candidates Comments on Vetting Process Dan Morav, a leading strategist for Maine Senator Graham Platner, chuckled when asked about the vetting process but acknowledged that his firm overlooked some contentious details. Fox News contributor Jonathan Turley took issue with the strategists, labeling them “dishonest” and voicing concerns over the […]
Avenal City council faces downfall after rejecting their recall as new mayor takes complete control
Political Turmoil in Avenal Leads to New City Council Election Things took a significant turn in Avenal, a historic oil city in California, as county officials decided to return four contested City Council seats to the ballot. This decision came just a day after Ricardo Verdugo, the only council member to survive a recall effort, […]
The LA City Council should reconsider the one-day work week.
It seems that in Los Angeles, jobs are meant for those of us who pay taxes, rather than the city council members. Recently, the council, humorously dubbed “Urban Slackers,” voted unanimously to place a proposal on the ballot for November. This would allow them to meet only once a week. It’s quite the innovation, if […]
Uncommon cancer affecting children in affluent SoCal city takes concerning twist as potential cause surfaces
Residents in a wealthy part of California are expressing serious concerns that a rare form of cancer is affecting more individuals than anticipated, possibly linked to the high use of pesticides in the area. In Ladera Ranch, located in Orange County, locals have been sharing worries after finding out that at least six children nearby […]
LA’s $230K-a-year politicians aim to take on even less responsibility as the city deteriorates.
Los Angeles City Council members, earning nearly $250,000 annually, are considering reducing their meeting schedule to just one day a week, even as the city grapples with significant challenges. The council recently approved base salaries ranging from $245,255 to $270,389. On June 30, they voted 12-0 in favor of putting a proposal on the November […]