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Latest: H.J. Larson & Sons Sells Ramada Inn

TL/DR - H.J. Larson and Sons has sold one of its properties, the Ramada Inn, to MQT Collection6, LLC, an affiliate of the Base Hospitality Group. The new owners plan to keep the majority of the current employees and continue the tradition of quality hospitality. H.J. Larson and Sons will maintain ownership of the Holiday Inn and the Hampton Inn…

Protect Kids from Scorching Surfaces in Southwest Summer

TL/DR - Heatwaves are causing escalating surface burn injuries in Southwest cities like Phoenix and Las Vegas, mainly affecting young children, older adults and homeless people. Studies show that surfaces like asphalt, concrete or playground equipment can become dangerously hot and cause burns within seconds. Hospitals in the region have reported…

Trump’s Hush Money Trial Sentencing Delayed After SC Immunity Ruling

TL/DR - The judge presiding over Donald Trump's New York criminal trial has postponed his sentencing to allow his defense team more time to argue for a new trial following the Supreme Court's recent decision on immunity. Trump's lawyer claims that the trial wrongfully used evidence of his "official acts" as president, which they argue is now…

US Funds Migrant Repatriation as Panama Closes Darién Gap Route

TL/DR - The US government has agreed to cover the costs of repatriating migrants entering Panama illegally under a new deal. The agreement, formed with Panama's new president José Raúl Mulino, is aimed at closing the Darién Gap, a dangerous route used by migrants to reach the US. The deal will see the US homeland security teams help Panama train…