U.S. Representative Lauren Boebert and her Democratic opponent Trisha Calvarese argued about veterans’ care, the national debt and the congressional record on Tuesday during their only scheduled debate in the race for the 4th Congressional District seat. Calvarese, a former speechwriter and union activist, has repeatedly attacked Boebert’s record in Congress, criticizing the Republican for […]
Estonia is currently considering leasing prison capacity to other countries. According to the justice minister, this program could bring the financially strapped Baltic state an additional 30 million euros ($33.5 million). In recent years, the country of 1.3 million people has benefited from a relatively low crime rate, leaving its three prisons half empty. The […]
Phew, that sounds FRUSTRATING. A TikToker posted a video and talked to viewers about how things didn’t quite go according to plan when she went to a Budget Rent a Car branch to pick up a car. In a lengthy video, she explained that she had rented a car from Budget to visit her disabled […]
When discussing future military capabilities today, artificial intelligence and the way it will transform warfare is at the top of the list. But in the Pentagon and other armed forces, AI ambitions do not match current budgetary reality. And while more money is rarely the answer to all of the Department of Defense’s shortcomings, it […]
This summer, my family and I planned a summer trip to the bedrock of all national parks: Yellowstone. Established in 1872 as the first national park in the United States and the world, it’s safe to say the park—with its scenic geysers, hot springs, and canyons—has never been more popular. We were there in mid-June, […]
After nearly two months of discussions, changes and citizen feedback, the College Station City Council officially approved the 2024-25 budget and tax rates at its meeting Thursday. The budget focused on public safety investments, partner and outside agency funding, water supply and demand, urban and university growth, and state legislative impacts. The previously proposed net […]
The College Station School Board approved a 12-month, $4.9 million deficit budget for the district’s 2024-25 fiscal year and a 2.8% tax rate increase at its regular meeting Tuesday. However, because the district pushed back the end date of its fiscal year to June 30, 2025, the district will approve a 10-month budget this summer […]
In 2006, Denver voters approved the city’s first special sales tax, supporting the creation of the Denver Preschool Program by the narrowest of margins, just 1,815 votes, or a fraction of a percent. But nearly 20 years later, special taxes that set aside a portion of the city’s total tax for a specific purpose are […]
As summer draws to a close and the excitement of the new school year approaches, the back-to-school shopping list can seem daunting. However, with a little planning and some clever strategies, you can keep your spending under control while ensuring your child is well-prepared for the school year. Here are five budget-friendly back-to-school shopping tips […]
How to save money when shopping for groceries These budget-friendly tips can help you save money on grocery shopping. Problem Solved, USA TODAY Rising grocery prices can put a huge strain on your monthly budget. From household items like eggs, milk, and lettuce to canned goods and pretty much everything in between, it’s easier than […]
