Author: Angel City Editorial Team

CENTERVILLE — Proposed budget cuts and teacher cuts for Centreville City Schools were a hot topic among city residents Wednesday night.Residents gathered to hear the district’s proposal to cut more than 40 employees.The listening session, which included two presentations and several informal meetings to discuss school finances and possible future steps for additional funding for the district, was held in the Klein Elementary School auditorium.”I wouldn’t mind paying more in taxes for the district,” city resident Rachel Duvall told News Center 7. “Whether or not we think about the long-term impacts of that will obviously depend on how much the…

As the new school year approaches, having the right technology in place can significantly improve your students’ academic success and overall quality of life, whether they’re in elementary, high school, or college. While general school supplies are likely covered, don’t overlook essential technology. As classes become more and more dependent on the internet and digital tools, students need the latest technology. Consider upgrading your daily life with these innovative Xiaomi gadgets. Wearable Technology: Xiaomi Smart Kids Watch Xiaomi Smart Kids Watch is more than just a fun accessory: the built-in camera and microphone allow parents to stay in touch with…

Joel Hyatt (left) and Al Gore of Current TV accept the Interactive Television Service Award. [+] Emmy Awards (Photo by Frank Trapper/Corbis via Getty Images)Corbis via Getty Images For five years, the concept of “purpose” has been at the center of the American business debate, even as other timely concerns, such as fighting inflation, have emerged. Recall the famous decision in August 2019 by the Business Roundtable to formally redefine the overall purpose of corporations as promoting “an economy that works for all Americans.” Signed by 181 CEOs of the largest U.S. companies, the decision is based on the idea…

The Los Angeles Police Chief said this week that the number of reported burglaries in the city increased by 4% in 2024, with more than half of the locations targeted being homes. This contrasts with the spike in reported burglaries of commercial establishments and businesses last year. “These incidents are happening quickly,” Police Chief Dominic Choi told the Police Commission on Tuesday, explaining that thieves are evolving their methods to reduce their time on the scene. “The entire house does not appear to have been ransacked,” he said. “These high-value thieves know what they’re looking for and are in and…

San Jose City Councilman Bien Doan has been denied a request for a restraining order against a well-connected Vietnamese-American businessman, capping a trial that has exposed the political rancor of Little Saigon’s older generation. Santa Clara County Superior Court Judge Eric Jefon ruled Wednesday that there was insufficient evidence that bail bondsman Hai Huynh, whom Doan described as having ties to organized crime, posed a threat to Doan’s safety. Doan claims that Huynh has been aggressive and threatening at least three times since he was elected to the San Jose City Council, and has installed security cameras and a metal…

Key Takeaways The high housing market has made younger generations more anxious, but it hasn’t stopped them from buying homes. Younger generations are buying homes at a higher rate than older generations. While more young people are buying homes, many report regretting their purchase and having trouble paying their mortgage. Younger Americans have expressed concerns about the financial challenges of homeownership, but that doesn’t stop them from owning homes at a higher rate than older generations. Home prices have reached record highs and mortgage rates are hovering near 7%, making homeownership out of reach for people of all ages, leading…

STRONGSVILLE, Ohio — A small business is facing permanent closure after SouthPark Mall allegedly failed to properly communicate and notify customers about new changes at the mall.Jaime King’s has been operating inside SouthPark Mall for almost 10 years.”This is my baby. This was my life,” King said.Shop N Play is considered a “casual tenant” at the mall, meaning it does not have exclusivity over the children’s play centre.King said he chose the temporary option simply because it was the cheaper option.King said she learned the heartbreaking news in April.”I’ve worked there for 10 years and have been informed by customers,…

Authorities said the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department quickly pursued the carjacking suspect, ending the chase with deputies opening fire Wednesday afternoon in the Harvard Heights neighborhood.Shortly after the pursuit ended near South Vermont Avenue and Venice Boulevard at 2:47 p.m., paramedics loaded a man on a stretcher into a Los Angeles Fire Department ambulance with a patrol car just behind a silver sedan that had come up onto the curb. Authorities said the pursuit continued along the westbound 10 Freeway, and SkyCal captured the final seconds of the chase on camera. A large plume of smoke erupted from the…

Warren Klug reads to preschoolers at Yellow Brick in Aspen in 2018 as part of a program supported by Kids First.Anna Stonehouse/The Aspen Times file photo Child care in Pitkin County is not a cheap business, but with the help of Kids First, parents with children under the age of 5 can qualify for financial assistance for their children’s enrollment. Kids First is a tax-funded department of the City of Aspen that serves children whose families live or work in the urban development areas of Pitkin County. This map can be found on page 9 of this document: pitkincounty.com/DocumentCenter/View/1798/Pitkin-County-Zone-Districts-PDF. Kids…

Efforts to curb the rise in violence on Metro buses and trains across the county were a central theme of Metro’s annual “State of the Agency” address on Wednesday. Bass, who is completing his first year as board chair, led the speech along with Metro CEO Stephanie Wiggins.”When you use public transportation, we want to make sure everyone is safe,” Bass said in his speech.Superintendent Janice Hahn also attended and will replace Bass as the new chair. As the new chair, Hahn said she will be using Metro transit more frequently to get a better sense of riders’ needs. “At…