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California votes on billionaire wealth tax as rival measures loom
California's Proposition 40 proposes a one-time billionaire wealth tax. Rival measures, campaign money and polling complicate the vote.
Trump Says U.S. Will End $4 Billion in Israel Aid After...
Trump says annual U.S. aid to Israel will end after 2026, while arms sales continue. The funding steps remain unclear.
FTC Warns 25 Health Plan Marketers About Misleading Claims
FTC letters flag misleading health-plan ads and costs during open enrollment. The warnings do not allege wrongdoing by recipients.
Phoenix News to Know: Four Household Recalls | October 31, 2026,...
Check 365 ashwagandha capsules, DREO heaters, Bodum French presses and Harkla swings in this four-item consumer safety briefing.
DEA Registers 900-Plus Medical Dispensaries, Not Recreational Sales
Federal registrations cover qualifying medical marijuana dispensaries in seven states. New York is not in the initial list.
DOJ Picks Four Communities for Nearly $300 Million in Crime Grants
Four jurisdictions were selected for nearly $300 million in public-safety funding. Local plans and award details remain important.
DOJ Charges Five in ‘Ghost Student’ Aid Fraud Investigation
Federal prosecutors allege stolen identities were used to divert college aid. Here is what victims can do.
FTC and States Sue Toast Over Restaurant Fees; Company Disputes Claims
Regulators allege hidden fees and cancellation barriers in restaurant software contracts. Toast disputes the claims.
Epileptic Woman Dies After Going to ChatGPT for Medical Advice; Family...
A 31-year-old woman voiced concerns about her medication taper at least 158 times in chat logs before she died. The entity on the other...
Newark Airport Tip Prompt Draws Call for Removal After Viral Video
The Port Authority wants the tip option removed from a Newark airport kiosk. The request highlights the difference between optional gratuities and employee-benefits fees.









