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California Taxpayers Footing the Bill for Failing For-Profit Schools

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California’s for-profit education system faces intense scrutiny as taxpayer money continues to flow into troubled institutions, raising concerns over state oversight. The For-Profit Education Bombshell CalMatters has just dropped a new report on California’s handling of for-profit schools – and it’s not painting a great picture. Taxpayer Money Down the Drain Taxpayer money has been … Read more

Kroger Claims Merger Won’t Harm Consumers By Increasing Prices

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Kroger’s $25 billion merger with Albertsons is under fire by the FTC because of its risk of increasing prices and harming consumers. Now, Kroger is fighting back. Kroger’s Legal Fight Kroger has filed a lawsuit against the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), ultimately challenging its authority in merger cases. This move specifically questions FTC’s use of … Read more

21 Household Items That Could Be Violating U.S. Law

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You might think your home is your haven, but could it also be a cache of contraband? Are you unknowingly breaking the law with items tucked away in your drawers or closets? Let’s uncover some common household items that might be illegal under U.S. law. 1. Unauthorized Prescription Drugs Holding onto prescription medications not prescribed … Read more

California Takes a Stand As Reparations Legislation Moves Forward

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In a bid to address the state’s long-standing legacy of slavery and racial discrimination, the California Senate has passed a trio of reparations bills. Reparations Revolution One of the bills, Senate Bill 1403, led by State Senator Steven Bradford, would establish the creation of the California American Freedmen Affairs Agency.  Tracing Ancestry This agency would … Read more

Priced Out: Rising Fast Food Costs Push Shoppers to Walmart

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As more customers turn away from fast-food restaurants, Walmart’s grocery line is reaping the benefits.  Major Problem for Fast Food Giants America’s biggest fast food empire – particularly the jewel in the crown that is McDonald’s – is facing a major contender in the food department, as more and more shoppers seek affordable groceries at … Read more

NCAA’s $2.7 Billion Settlement: A New Era for College Sports?

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The NCAA is on the cusp of settling a historic lawsuit that could signal a large payday for thousands of student athletes. Potential Billion Dollar Settlement Student-athletes across the US could be looking at hefty payouts from the National Collegiate Athletics Association, after the association moved to settle three antitrust lawsuits. NCAA and the ‘Power … Read more

No More Slackers: Wells Fargo’s New War on Lazy Workers

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As more workplaces begin monitoring their workers, some employees are using modern strategies to “fake work” when their bosses can’t see them – including more than a dozen Wells Fargo workers. A Dozen People Fired Multinational banking and investment firm Wells Fargo fired over a dozen employees last month, following internal investigations that found some … Read more

Shrimpgate Fallout: Red Lobster Closes Dozens of Locations Following Horror Promotion

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A popular seafood chain has shut dozens of doors nationwide and filed for bankruptcy following some unwise promotional campaigns.  Red Lobster’s Tough Times Image Credit: Shutterstock / Kateryna Onyshchuk Red Lobster is in for a rough ride. From Sea to Struggle Image Credit: Shutterstock / fizkes What was once the nation’s premier choice for seafood, … Read more