US Economy

Group urges school AC upgrades, cites Inflation Act funds

TL/DR - The Amanecer People’s Project, a local advocacy group in El Paso, Texas, has been pushing for improvements in the cooling systems of local schools. The group's organizer, Matthew Rodriguez, has identified 19 schools that are still using outdated swamp coolers, with the majority being part of the El Paso Independent School District. The…
US Economy

Mandela Barnes Guides Wisconsinites on Biden’s Clean Energy Benefits

TL/DR - The President's Inflation Reduction Act is investing $370 billion over several years to improve energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gases, and create jobs. Former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, who previously led Gov. Tony Evers’ Task Force on Climate Change, is now president of Forward Together Wisconsin which aims to connect Wisconsinites to…
Lifestyle

Allentown Listed as One of the ‘Best Places to Live’ in PA by U.S. News

Allentown Recognized as One of the Best Places to Live The city of Allentown, often referred to as the Queen City, has been acknowledged as one of the top places to live. This recognition, coming nearly 50 years after Allentown was named an All-America City, reinforces the city's continuing appeal. According to U.S. News and World Report’s “Best…
US Economy

NY Debuts Home Electrification Rebate for Low-Income Families

TL/DR - New York State has become the first in the U.S to offer the initial phase of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) Program funding to consumers. The initial $39.6 million grant will extend New York’s EmPower+ program, enabling more low-income families to make their homes more energy-efficient…