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2025 Brings Fresh Changes: Understanding New State Regulations on Data Privacy and Property Tax

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Starting in 2025, sweeping new state laws regarding data privacy and property taxes will roll out, impacting millions of citizens and reshaping guidelines for enterprises across various sectors. These regulations, set to introduce significant shifts in policymaking and personal data handling, aim to enhance consumer protections and ensure a fairer taxation system in property dealings. The updated data privacy legislation will grant individuals unprecedented control over their personal information, mandating businesses to disclose the types of data they collect and the purpose of its collection. This move is designed to bolster transparency and empower consumers, … Read more

Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Law Settlement Brings Clarity and Protection for LGBTQ+ Students

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MIAMI, FL – A settlement has been reached in a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of Florida’s Parental Rights in Education law, also known as the “Don’t Say Gay” law. The plaintiffs argued that the law aimed to silence conversations about the LGBTQ+ community in schools. Governor Ron DeSantis signed the law in March 2022, which initially restricted classroom instruction on gender identity and sexual orientation in kindergarten through third grade, and later expanded the prohibition through high schools. The supporters of the law, including DeSantis, maintained that their goal was to eliminate what they called … Read more

Indiana University Kokomo Brings Engaging Expert Presentations to Community in Third Year of Six Mondays Program

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KOKOMO, Ind. – Community members in Kokomo will have the opportunity to engage in informative discussions on a variety of topics, including artificial intelligence, concealed carry laws, and social media use among teenagers. The Six Mondays program, organized by Indiana University Kokomo, the First Friends of Kokomo church, and Howard County Community Supervision, is set to return for its third year. The program aims to bring together experts to share their knowledge and insights with the community. The first presentation of the series, titled “The Use of Multiple Social Media Accounts by Teenagers: How Friend … Read more

Local Judge Brings Learning to Life with “Abe Lincoln’s Hat” Reading Initiative for Youth

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ADDISON, Ill. – In honor of Abraham Lincoln’s legacy, Judge Chantelle Porter of the 18th Judicial Circuit of DuPage County in Addison will be participating in the “Judges Go to School Day” program. As part of this initiative, Judge Porter will visit local schools and libraries to read the popular children’s book, “Abe Lincoln’s Hat,” by Martha Brenner. This reading program, organized by the Illinois Judges Association, aims to promote reading appreciation, value, and enjoyment among students in kindergarten through fourth grade. During her visits, Judge Porter will don the traditional black robes and engage … Read more