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PNS Daily Newscast - April 20, 2018 


The DOJ delivers the Comey memos to Congress. Also on our rundown: More evidence that rent prices are out of reach in many markets; Wisconsin counties brace for sulfide mining; and the Earth Day focus this weekend in North Dakota is on recycling.

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A new study on afterschool programs found that nearly one in three Utah students living under the federal poverty level is at risk of continuing to live in poverty as adults. (Pixabay)
Study: After-School Programs Help Kids Living in Poverty
Friday, April 20, 2018
SALT LAKE CITY – After-school programs are boosting academic performance for Utah students living below the federal poverty level, according to ...Read More
Eight youths are suing the state of Florida and Gov. Rick Scott over climate change. They would like to see a
Increased Youth Activism May Not Correspond to Voter Turnout
Thursday, April 19, 2018
TALLAHASSEE, Fla – The eight young Floridians suing Gov. Rick Scott and Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam are riding the wave of youth ...Read More
Peeling lead paint from homes built before 1978 is the primary source of lead poisoning in California, but lead also is found in some makeup from Afghanistan, turmeric from India and pottery from Mexico. (Bournedead/Morguefile)
Report: Lead Poisoning Continues to Plague Parts of California
Thursday, April 19, 2018
OAKLAND, Calif. — The issue of childhood lead poisoning is getting fresh attention after the recent release of an investigative series by KALW ...Read More
A multidisciplinary team in Watertown is the first of five planned across South Dakota to provide outreach on the issues of child abuse and how to navigate the legal system. (Pixabay)
SD Crafts Strategic Plan to Eliminate Child Abuse
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
PIERRE, S.D. - Childhood trauma that includes emotional, physical or sexual abuse can cause huge life impacts, but these can be minimized through ...Read More
Two-thirds of SNAP recipients are children, the elderly and people with disabilities. (Pixabay)
Critics: Farm Bill Work Requirements Counterproductive
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
DENVER - The U.S. House Agriculture Committee is expected today to hear a draft Farm Bill that would require millions of people currently caring for ...Read More
A report makes recommendations to Texas lawmakers to support the high number of teens in the state's foster-care system who become pregnant or are raising a child. (MadelineBazzle/Twenty20)
Study: Texas Foster Care System has High Teen Pregnancy Rate
Tuesday, April 17, 2018
AUSTIN, Texas – Teen girls in Texas foster care are almost five times more likely to become pregnant than other teens, according to a new study ...Read More
Up to 6 percent of U.S children suffer from food allergies. (northwestern.edu)
Scientists Getting Closer to Understanding Food Allergies
Monday, April 16, 2018
EVANSTON, Ill. — Scientists may have taken an important step toward limiting instances of food allergies in the future. A new study from ...Read More
More than 90 percent of U.S. high school students don't get enough exercise to stay fit and healthy, according to a 2016 Journal of Pediatrics study. (pixabay)
One Hour of Exercise for Smarter, Healthier Iowa Kids
Monday, April 16, 2018
DES MOINES, Iowa — The American Heart Association recommends 60 minutes of daily physical activity for school-aged children. But most Iowa kids ...Read More
An event at the Idaho Botanical Gardens will cap the Week of the Young Child on Saturday, April 21. (Idaho AEYC)
Early Learning Top of Mind for "Week of the Young Child"
Monday, April 16, 2018
BOISE, Idaho – This week, Idahoans and people across the country are celebrating the Week of the Young Child. Hosted by the National ...Read More
Despite cuts to public education, recent scores rank Wyoming's fourth graders best in the nation for math, and all students above the national average in other areas. (Getty Images)
Wyoming Education Cuts Unlikely to Produce Strikes
Thursday, April 12, 2018
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Public education supporters in Wyoming are keeping a close eye on the latest teachers' action, this time a "walk-in" yesterday ...Read More
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