Kenneth K. Smith
In a heart-wrenching incident late Saturday near the Truckee Tahoe Airport, the tech world mourned the loss of a prominent entrepreneur couple, Liron and Naomi Petrushka. The couple’s demise in a fatal plane crash has left a void in the hearts of many within the Silicon Valley community. UpWest, a Silicon Valley venture capital firm … Read more
In a significant shift from a policy initiated in 1999, California’s carpool lanes may soon revert to being exclusive for vehicles meeting traditional carpool criteria, marking the end of a progressive era that championed clean-air vehicles. By September 30, 2025, the familiar maroon, green, and yellow stickers that have granted access to these lanes for … Read more
Recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau highlights a continuing trend: states like California, New York, and Illinois are witnessing a population exodus to red states such as Tennessee, Texas, North Carolina, and Georgia. The allure of lower taxes, affordable housing, and safer living conditions seems to be drawing Americans away from historically blue states, … Read more
In a recent study released by Go Banking Rates in March, Rancho Palos Verdes emerged as the premier destination for affluent retirees, securing the top spot as America’s richest retirement town. Nestled along the picturesque coast near Torrance, Lomita, and San Pedro in Southern California, Rancho Palos Verdes boasts a median household income of $166,747, … Read more
In a recent conversation with WTOP’s Mike Murillo, WalletHub analyst Cassandra Happe sheds light on the dynamic mortgage landscape in Maryland. The state witnessed its average mortgage balance swell by 1.23% in the final quarter of 2023, marking the most significant quarterly increase across the United States. This surge propelled Maryland’s average mortgage balance to … Read more
Maryland is poised to take a significant step towards addressing gender and racial wage disparities through a groundbreaking bill mandating pay transparency in job advertisements. This legislative move, aimed at enhancing wage equity, has received final approval and is now awaiting the signature of Governor Wes Moore (D). The bill, if enacted, positions Maryland alongside … Read more
In a recent survey, a significant majority of colleges and universities expressed concerns about their ability to process student financial aid information due to ongoing delays with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The survey revealed that two-thirds of the institutions doubt their capability to manage the processing of financial aid data in … Read more
In a heart-wrenching incident last week in Texas, a concrete truck veered into a school bus carrying pre-kindergarten students from Tom Green Elementary School, leading to the tragic death of a young student and a doctoral student from the University of Texas. The devastating event unfolded as the school bus, filled with more than 40 … Read more
In a striking development that has caught the attention of marine biologists and conservationists, the endangered smalltooth sawfish is exhibiting unusual behaviors and experiencing significant mortality rates in Florida’s waters. Known for their distinctive elongated snouts adorned with teeth, these ancient marine creatures, which have remained largely unchanged for millions of years, are now the … Read more
In a heartrending development out of Ridgefield, Washington, the mother of a 4-year-old boy, who had been reported missing from Everett, has been arrested in connection to the tragic death of her son. Janet Garcia, 27, of Lynnwood, Washington, faces severe charges including first-degree murder, second-degree murder, and first-degree assault of a child. Earlier the … Read more