NORTHSTATE, Calif. — The California solar industry is pushing back on a proposed state bill some say could hurt people using solar panels. Proponents say it will stop solar from being subsidized by conventional customers. AB 942 is the bill, which would make changes to Net Energy Metering (NEM) agreements. These include, when properties are
A King County Superior Court judge on Monday denied a request to overturn the sale of the former headquarters of the Seattle Black Firefighters Association, which has been at the center of a bitter legal battle dividing active and retired members for more than three years. The association, a dues-paying membership group aimed at supporting
Plans to dramatically reduce the number of housing units in the Hershey West End development, eliminate rental apartments and add green space to the 245-acre development were announced Tuesday. The changes to the Derry Township development are a response to suggestions from the community, said The Milton Hershey School and the Hershey Trust Company, developers
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — If you have questions about construction permits or property violations, the New York City Department of Buildings wants to hear them. The city agency — which enforces building codes, zoning regulations, and construction safety practices across all five boroughs — is hosting a free Staten Island community event this Saturday, and
MEDINA, Ohio — With spring in full swing, Medina Building Official Dan Gladish wants to make property owners aware of the city’s tall grass ordinance. “Grass and weeds should not exceed 6 inches (in height) on any lot within the city,” Gladish said at the May 12 City Council meeting. “The building department is responsible
The following article was originally published in the Ohio Capital Journal and published on News5Cleveland.com under a content-sharing agreement. Late last week, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost determined organizers aiming to abolish property taxes had provided a “fair and truthful” summary of their proposed constitutional amendment. The next step is for the state ballot board
Last weekend, authorities called for a detailed assessment of the property damaged in Poonch, the border district worst hit by the Pakistani shelling between May 7 and 10 read more Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said that houses destroyed by Pakistani shelling will be compensated for by the region’s government. Speaking
Cape Coral Florida firefighters rescue alligator stuck in storm drain A passerby noticed the alligator was stuck in a storm drain and alerted officials. Discharging a firearm is often prohibited in Florida residential areas, so check local ordinances before shooting at an animal, even if it’s invasive. Permits are required for trapping most nuisance animals,
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. A man has been arrested on suspicion of arson in connection with a series of fires including at Sir Keir Starmer’s family home and other property linked to the prime minister. The Metropolitan Police said
Indianapolis-based mall giant Simon Property Group saw a mixed bag in its first-quarter numbers amid mounting caution over the impact of tariffs on retail. The retail real estate investment trust saw funds from operations drop to $413.7 million in the first quarter of 2025 compared to $667.2 million in the previous quarter, while funds from