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By Christopher Rhodes•
Minimum Wage Will Increase In These 19 States On Jan. 1
Millions of Americans will see their pay increase in the new year, with nearly 20 states set to enact minimum wage hikes across the country. For mill...
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Minimum Wage Will Increase In These 19 States On Jan. 1
By Christopher Rhodes•3 min read
Millions of Americans will see their pay increase in the new year, with nearly 20 states set to enact minimum wage hikes across the country. For millions, the pay increase will help to offset elevate...
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By Tomas Kassahun•
Outback Steakhouse Sued As Toilet Shattered Underneath Florida Man, He Alleges
A Florida man who says he sustained injuries from a toilet collapse at an Outback Steakhouse is now suing the restaurant. Michael Green filed his com...
News
By Tomas Kassahun•
Sprinkles Cupcakes Is Closing All Locations: Here’s Why — And How Soon It’s Happening
Popular bakery chain Sprinkles announced that it’s closing for good. Sprinkles founder Candace Nelson, who sold the business in 2012, said via Instag...
Health
By Dr. Diana Rangaves, PharmD•
How Salt Therapy Can Help You Manage Allergies, Asthma And More
Walking into a salt room feels like stepping into a quiet, safe cave. The walls glow with soft light, and the air feels fresh. According to the Ameri...
Politics
By Kyra Alessandrini•
SNAP Bans On Soda, Candy And More Go Into Effect In 5 States On Jan. 1
Five states have put restrictions on food and beverages covered by Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. The changes will go int...
Politics
By Christopher Rhodes•
New Laws Going Into Effect Jan 1. Include Drunk Driving Crackdown, Tourism Tax, AI And Gender-Related Care Regulation
As is often the case, New Year’s Day will see the implementation of new laws and policies in various states across the country. Some of these laws re...