Long Beach Sees First Drop in Homelessness Since 2017 Amid Ongoing Challenges and Program Successes
Long Beach reports a 2.1% reduction in homelessness since 2017, marking its first decline in years, with Youth homelessness significantly down. Challenges remain, but city initiatives show progress.
Arizona Lawmakers Restricted from Capitol Resources Amid Controversies, Rack Up Per Diems During Extended Session
Arizona lawmakers face consequences for misusing Capitol resources; House Democrats lose meeting room access and Sen. Kern broadcasting privileges. Lawmakers also criticized for pocketing per diems with little work done.
Ford County Property Tax Stability: Equalization Factor Holds Steady at 1.0000, Illinois Department of Revenue Reports
The Illinois Department of Revenue has maintained Ford County's property assessment equalization factor at 1.0000, indicating consistent assessment practices and no significant tax burden changes for residents.
Mesquite Launches Solar Eclipse Glasses Recycling Campaign Ahead of Future Cosmic Shows
Mesquite launches a campaign to collect solar eclipse glasses for future astronomical events, partnering with Astronomers Without Borders to redistribute them to areas experiencing eclipses sooner than the US.
Healey-Driscoll Administration Launches $2.4M Grant to Enhance Day Programs for Massachusetts Seniors
Massachusetts awards $2.4 million in grants to enhance day programs for seniors, with a focus on Alzheimer's care and health equity, supporting 20 organizations across various linguistic communities.
Incumbents and New Amendments Prevail in Carrollton's General and Special Charter Election
Early unofficial Carrollton election results show certain candidates leading, with the final vote count pending City Council's official canvass on May 14. Propositions on the charter also pass by large margins.