Fatal Risks for Teen Drivers – Why the “100 Deadliest Days” Demand Parents’ Attention

Logan B.
teen drivers and the risks

Teen Drivers on Summer Roads: The Risks You Can’t Ignore It’s summer. The air is buzzing with the freedom of no school, sleepovers, road trips, and late-night fast-food runs. Sounds like fun, right? But here’s the catch. For teen drivers, that carefree season packs a dangerous punch. Enter the “100 Deadliest Days of Summer.” This stretch from Memorial Day to Labor Day marks the riskiest time of the year for teens behind the wheel. And the stats don’t lie. Teen drivers aged 16-19? They’re three times more likely to be…

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Saving Texas Homes and Lenders from Flood-Induced Foreclosures

G. Turner
Texas Homes in Flood prone areas

Many Texas Homes Are in Flood Zones. And They Don’t Even Know It. When you think Texas, you probably picture big skies, wide-open spaces, and a whole lot of heat. But here’s the thing most people don’t realize. Millions of properties across the state are at serious risk of flooding. And the craziest part? A lot of folks don’t even know. The Risk Beneath the Surface Flooding in Texas isn’t just a coastal issue. It’s everywhere. Over the next few decades, millions of homes are expected to face flooding, with…

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Living Longer, Loving Longer: How Dogs Are Defying Time

Loreen
How Dogs Are Defying Time

Why Our Dogs Are Living Longer Than Ever (And What It Means for Us) Have you noticed? Dogs, like us humans, seem to be living longer these days. It’s not just your imagination. The average lifespan of our furry companions has climbed significantly over the past few decades. And the reasons? Oh, there are many—from better diets to advanced veterinary care to how we, as pet parents, think about our pets now. Spoiler alert: they’re family. Every wag of their tails and boop of their noses is proof of that.…

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Weight Loss Drug Costs Force Colorado to Change Course

Angela Linders
Weight Loss Drug Cost in Colorado

Colorado Reverses Course on Weight Loss Drug Coverage Amid Growing Costs Colorado has had a change of heart. After announcing plans to halt coverage of weight-loss medications like Wegovy for state employees, the state has decided to backtrack. Why the reversal? Pressure from lawmakers and the state employees’ union made it clear that cutting access wasn’t going to fly. Starting July 1, though, employees will still feel the pinch. The copay for these medications is set to jump from $30 to $120. And new prescriptions for weight loss? Nope, they…

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Covered California Under Fire for Alleged Data-Tracking Practices with LinkedIn

G. Turner
Covered California data tracking

Your Personal Data Allegedly Tracked by Covered California and LinkedIn What’s the latest buzz about Covered California? Turns out, the state’s health insurance exchange is in hot water after allegations surfaced that it shared people’s sensitive data with LinkedIn. Yep, you read that right. Between February 2024 and May 2025, it’s alleged that website trackers quietly collected info about users’ health, ethnicity, marital status… even how many kids they have. And no, users didn’t knowingly sign up for their private info to be passed along. How’d This Happen? It allegedly…

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Brace for Another Blow: State Farm Pushes Beyond 17% Premium Increase

H. Cutner
state farm insurance news

State Farm’s Rate Hike Sparks Anger Among California Homeowners It’s a double whammy for California homeowners. State Farm, the state’s largest home insurer, just secured a 17% rate hike on homeowners policies, set to kick in this June. And now? They’re back, asking for more. A Bigger Leap in Premiums Many feel the recent 17% increase is hefty enough. It’s expected to bump the average homeowner’s insurance premium to around $300 to $600+ annually. But State Farm is pushing to raise rates even further, aiming for an additional 11% on…

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Dangerous Dogs, Pricey Claims, and Accountability in Florida’s New Legislation

Logan B.
Florida’s New Legislation for dangerous dogs

Florida’s “Pam Rock Act” Could Change the Game for Dangerous Dog Owners and Victims Ever thought about how much damage a single dog bite could cause? Financially, emotionally, and physically? Turns out, the average dog bite claim isn’t cheap. It can cost around $60,000, and in 2023, the average claim landed at $58,545. Some cases even hit six figures, especially when serious injuries are involved. That’s where Florida’s new “Pam Rock Act” comes in, aiming to tackle the chaos that can unfold when dog attacks happen. The Pam Rock Act,…

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