Starting January 1, 2026, injured workers in California who qualify for Temporary Total Disability (TTD) can see a bump in weekly checks, thanks to the annual update tied to statewide wage data. TTD plays a central role in the workers’ compensation system because it replaces part of a paycheck when a doctor says a worker
January wildfires disrupted daily life in parts of Los Angeles, and small businesses felt the hit fast. When streets closed, and customers stayed home, owners still had payroll, rent, and supplier invoices waiting. DoorDash offered relief grants to LA small businesses affected by the fires. For operators trying to reopen and keep teams paid, a
On January 1, 2026, the Mummers Parade runs down Broad Street from City Hall to Washington Avenue, starting at 9:00 a.m. Clubs compete in divisions with judged stops near City Hall, so performances tighten up in that stretch. The story behind the spectacle sits in craft and ritual: year-round rehearsals, hand-built costumes designed for movement
School shootings continue to pose a serious safety risk across the United States, prompting districts to rethink traditional lockdown-only strategies. Many schools now invest in proactive safety measures that focus on early threat detection rather than responding to incidents after they have occurred. Artificial intelligence has become a central tool in this shift, enabling faster