Exclusive | California 911 network contractors break silence after state scraps nearly 0M project

The companies hired to replace California’s “vulnerable” 911 network with a new cutting-edge system claim the state abruptly abandoned a fully built, deployment-ready system and replaced it with a new plan they say could cost taxpayers hundreds of millions more. The state, which has already spent nearly $500 million building a regional Next Generation 911 (NGA 911) network, decided to pull the plug and leave the majority of its emergency call centers on a decades-old analog system while it pursues a new statewide design. “It doesn’t make sense to anyone other than that little bubble they have in Sacramento,” said…

Los Angeles named the second-worst city for bed bugs in the US

Los Angeles has a bed bug problem — and only Chicago appears to have it worse. LA ranked No. 2 on Orkin’s 2026 Bed Bug Cities List, trailing only the Windy City in the pest-control company’s annual rankings. The City of Angels jumped two spots from last year, beating out Detroit,…

Judge authorizes E. Jean Carroll’s .8M payment from Trump trial

NEW YORK — E. Jean Carroll can be paid the $5.8 million that was set aside after a jury found three years ago that President Donald Trump sexually abused her in 1996 before he became president and defamed her after she publicly revealed the attack, a federal judge ruled Wednesday. Judge Lewis A. Kaplan…

Royals’ Tyler Tolbert ties 124-year MLB record with shocking feat

In a chaotic game on a dreary Tuesday night at Citi Field, Tyler Tolbert was making history. The Royals outfielder, often utilized as a defensive specialist and pinch runner, tied the major league record with hits in 12 straight plate appearances with his fifth-inning infield single, his fifth hit of…

Jack Smith prosecutors may have mishandled classified docs after charging Trump with same offense 

WASHINGTON — Prosecutors under former special counsel Jack Smith apparently disclosed classified material after bringing charges against President Trump over identical violations, according to internal government records released Wednesday. Messages between members of the special counsel’s office from July 2023 show that investigators seemed to provide “access to classified materials”…

Devan Kaney lands new NFL reporting gig after losing Eagles radio job

Devan Kaney is Windy City bound.  Months after she was blindsided by losing her job as WIP’s Eagles sideline reporter, Kaney, who was also a Fox 29 anchor in Philadelphia, announced Tuesday on X that she’ll be a Bears reporter for Fox 32 news in Chicago.  Kaney’s announcement comes just…

Launch of RentX Set to Redefine How America Books Private Transportation

The launch of a new platform is poised to redefine how Americans book private transportation. From luxury wedding cars and limousines to party buses, charter buses, supercars, and (soon) helicopters, RentX.com is bringing technology, trust, and transparency to the private hire industry. A Smarter Way to Book Transportation RentX…

New Pure Sleep™ Gummies Promise Rapid and Lasting Rest

Slumber, trusted by upwards of 150,000 customers, has today launched its Pure Sleep™ Fast-Acting Sleep Gummies. Infused with Azuca’s Time Infusion® Technology and delivering 20 mg of CBN, the gummies are supported by Slumber’s Stay Asleep Complex™ – a mix of botanicals and amino acids designed to aid slumber within…

SciSure Partners with My Green Lab to Drive Safer and Greener Scientific Practices

SciSure and My Green Lab® have announced a strategic collaboration to advance safe, reproducible, and environmentally responsible science. The partnership integrates SciSure’s scientific management technology with My Green Lab’s globally respected sustainability standards, enabling laboratories to set new benchmarks for safety and environmental performance. “This partnership reflects what both our…

Steel-Look Windows and Heritage Doors Tipped as Top U.S. Design Trend for 2026

Colin’s Sash Windows, a well-known UK supplier of windows and doors, has published a new trend report forecasting that steel-look and heritage-inspired styles will take centre stage in American home renovation projects in 2026. The findings, which examine both UK and U.S. market activity, point to rising interest in black-framed…

Innovative Brand Känna Launches to Provide Sensory-Friendly Clothing for Kids

A Devon-based mother has used her family’s struggles as the inspiration behind Känna, a new online clothing brand that today celebrates its official UK launch. Känna delivers stylish, sensory-friendly clothing designed to meet the unique needs of neurodivergent children. Founder Katie Lodge created the brand after witnessing her daughter Evelyn’s…

Erdos Tracks Upgrade Adds AI for Contractor Profitability Monitoring in Real Time

Erdos Tracks founder Dan Herbatschek has introduced a significant platform enhancement that gives contractors real-time visibility into profit and loss (P&L). With this upgrade, the system unites core contractor functions—bidding, quoting, project management, dispatch, fleet operations, and analytics. Its AI-driven job costing tool ensures contractors maintain accurate and instant oversight…

The Best 96% Mechanical Keyboards Out There

For years, keyboard enthusiasts have debated the perfect layout. Most now agree that the 96 percent layout strikes the ideal balance, preserving the full functionality of a number pad, arrow keys, and function row while eliminating unnecessary bulk. The result is a compact board that doesn’t feel cramped and is…

Prestige Offices Reaches 1,000 LinkedIn Followers as Flexible Focus Pays Off

Summary: The London office provider achieves a key social media milestone after pivoting from conventional leases to high-spec flexible workspaces. Prestige Offices has achieved a new milestone in its growth journey, gaining 1,000 LinkedIn followers just under two years after it shifted its focus to the premium flexible workspace sector…

MintMiner Brings Accessible Cloud Mining to UK Crypto Enthusiasts

The prospect of mining cryptocurrency can feel overwhelming — with high-tech gear, soaring energy costs, and a steep learning curve. But MintMiner, a UK-based cloud mining provider, is offering a far simpler route. This UK MintMiner, eliminates the typical hurdles. No specialised tools, no huge power usage – just an…

The SaaSy People Begins US Operations with Major Strategic Moves

The SaaSy People, a top-tier provider of SaaS consultancy and implementation services worldwide, is entering the US market as part of a major growth strategy. This expansion includes a newly formed North American partnership with monday.com, sponsorship of the prestigious monday.com NYC Elevate 2025 event, and the opening of new…

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