All articles tagged with #relocation
The Chicago Bears’ potential move to Indiana moved forward with progress on a new stadium there, while efforts to retain a stadium in Illinois remain slow or uncertain, signaling a prolonged decision process involving NFL approvals.
The DOGE-driven downsizing purged hundreds of thousands of federal workers and contractors, shrinking the federal workforce by about 10% since January 2025 and leaving many with financial hardship, health challenges, and emotional strain. OthersPivoted to new careers, moved across the country (with significant cross‑state moves), joined local or state government roles, started volunteer work, or pursued advocacy, signaling a sweeping talent redistribution even as public service persists in new forms.
An Oregonian columnist warns that Trail Blazers owner-in-waiting Tom Dundon could relocate the team from Portland amid arena funding battles and political headwinds, despite initial vows to keep it in town, with Damian Lillard lobbying and a legislative bill seen as pivotal.
HUD is moving about 3,000 Washington-based employees to Alexandria, VA, claiming it will save taxpayer money and improve employee well-being, but union officials and lawmakers question the move’s legality, funding, and congressional oversight, noting delays and a lack of clear authorization or cost details.
Despite an 11-6 season and a playoff win, the Chicago Bears posted the NFL’s lowest home attendance at Soldier Field (average 58,127; 465,014 over eight home games in 2025, 94.5% capacity), renewing relocation rumors to Indiana and underscoring pressure to boost local support.
A Los Angeles–based billionaire has moved to Nevada to sidestep a proposed wealth tax in California, taking advantage of Nevada’s lack of a state income tax. The move underscores how tax proposals could influence where the ultra-wealthy live and how policy shifts may drive capital relocation.
The SF Standard’s tracker follows California’s proposed 5% net-worth tax on billionaires, which could raise about $100 billion for state healthcare if voters approve. Organizers must gather signatures and win a statewide vote, but some ultra-wealthy residents are already shifting assets or residency to Florida, Texas, or Nevada as residency rules and audits complicate exits. The tracker highlights figures like Sergei Brin, Larry Page, Larry Ellison, Reid Hoffman, Jensen Huang, Palmer Luckey, Michael Moritz, and Peter Thiel reacting in varied ways, illustrating potential impacts on wealth movement and innovation.
Bangladesh Cricket Board told the ICC in a video conference that it will not travel to India for the T20 World Cup and reiterated its request to relocate its four group matches outside India, with Sri Lanka floated as a potential alternate venue; the ICC itinerary has been announced, but the BCB maintains its stance while discussions continue to explore solutions to safeguard players and staff.
After the Eaton Fire destroyed their homes, several families from Altadena have relocated across the country and internationally, seeking new communities that offer the natural beauty and close-knit feel they lost, with some moving to places like the Netherlands, North Carolina, and New York, driven by financial, safety, and family considerations.
Fairly Reliable Bob’s, a Boise-based used car dealership with a 50-year history, is moving from its Main St. location to a new, larger facility near Eagle Rd. and Fairview Ave. in Meridian to expand its service department and showcase its Corvette collection, aiming for a mid-2023 move. The move is part of the company's growth strategy to better serve its customers and attract new ones, after years of searching for the right property.
Paul and Amy Silverman, after selling their Asheville home due to health issues, sought a two-bedroom condo in Brooklyn near their family, considering options with outdoor space, natural light, and amenities, ultimately choosing a property that best fits their needs and preferences.
Claire Drinkwater left her demanding media career in London to travel the world, during which she fell in love and moved to Belgium, discovering that home is where you feel comfortable and connected, not just a place.
The FBI plans to permanently close its aging J Edgar Hoover building in Washington DC and relocate to modern offices, including the Ronald Reagan Building, to improve security and efficiency, ending over 20 years of failed relocation efforts.
UMKC has given KCUR and related organizations one month to vacate their deteriorating Troost Avenue building due to safety concerns, with plans to find new space amid ongoing organizational changes.
Washington ranks among the top 10 U.S. states for inbound movers in 2025, driven by lifestyle and family reasons despite high living costs and a softening job market, highlighting its continued appeal amid a nationwide slowdown in mobility.