Trucking business owner files lawsuit against Washington state over disputed ‘millionaires tax,’ claims it harms small companies.
Legal Challenges Emerge Against Washington’s Income Tax on High Earners The newly implemented income tax on high-income earners in Washington state is already facing opposition. Detractors claim it breaches the state constitution and may negatively impact small businesses. Set at 9.9%, this tax applies to individuals and households earning $1 million or more—a significant departure […]
Smart TVs are collecting your data — and one state is taking action against it
Smart TVs connected to foreign companies come with some impressive capabilities. These devices can take a screenshot of what’s displaying on your TV every half a second and send that information back to their home countries. “The era of Chinese tech firms spying on Americans’ televisions is over.” Data from consumers will be marketed similarly […]
Washington state initiates a $300K study on reparations for descendants of slavery
The state of Washington has set aside $300,000 to explore reparations for the descendants of enslaved individuals. This move follows a legislative study initiated last year that delves into the historical implications of slavery on areas that once comprised the Washington and Oregon Territories, aiming to understand the lingering effects on today’s societal structures, including […]
Video: California State Panel Denies Permit for July 4th Fireworks in Long Beach
The beloved Fourth of July fireworks show, a Long Beach tradition for over ten years that has supported various charities, has been canceled citing “environmental concerns,” according to local officials. As reported on Sunday, the California Coastal Commission turned down the initiative to maintain this cherished event. “We’ve raised $2 million over the past 14 […]
Stephen A. Smith makes a harsh mistake while discussing the Golden State Warriors
Stephen A. Smith’s Latest Sports Slip-Up Over time, it’s been pretty clear where Stephen A. Smith has stumbled in football discussions. To put it simply, he’s not an NFL player. Remember, there were key players in that game? Well, he wasn’t one of them. And he’s definitely not a college football player either. I mean, […]
Senate Republicans Take Action Against State Democrats’ ‘Climate Lawfare’ Threatening American Energy Production
Senate Republicans Introduce Bill to Protect U.S. Energy Producers On Monday, Senate Republicans put forward a new bill aimed at preventing Democratic states from imposing penalties on U.S. energy producers via “climate change laws.” They argue that these measures are merely a guise for broader climate change agendas. Back in April, there were reports that […]
The Giants’ fifth pick in the NFL Draft prefers the Ohio State pair, but an unexpected choice could happen.
Giants Hopeful with New Head Coach The New York Giants are looking to their new head coach, Jim Harbaugh, to break a 15-year streak of not winning the NFC East. Recent moves suggest a positive start; notably, they honored Dexter Lawrence’s trade request on Saturday, sending him to Cincinnati along with the No. 10 pick […]
The spring game antics at Michigan State are an offense to humanity.
Spring College Football Games and Spring Game Controversies Spring college football games took place across the nation this week, coinciding with the warmer weather and the start of spring practices at northern campuses. While many teams are focused on refining their quarterback lineups and assessing their offensive lines, others are viewing the spring games as […]
Dana Perino’s Purple State examines romance and politics in Wisconsin
Diving Into “Purple State” After reading “Everything Will Be Okay,” I felt both inspired and relieved. It’s a book that resonates with many people, especially those grappling with uncertainty. Over the years, my motivation to write mentoring books stemmed from a desire to gather valuable advice in one place. In my latest novel, “Purple State,” […]
Preston Edmead from Hofstra is going to the ACC to play for N.C. State.
Preston Edmeade Moves to NC State Preston Edmeade has made a significant transition, shifting from Hofstra University to North Carolina State University in the Atlantic Coast Conference. The impressive freshman point guard played a pivotal role in Hofstra’s first NCAA Tournament appearance in 25 years, and after a notable performance, he decided to join the […]