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PNS Daily Newscast - April 26, 2024
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Louisiana teachers' union concerned about educators' future; Supreme Court hears arguments in Trump immunity case; court issues restraining order against fracking waste-storage facility; landmark NE agreement takes a proactive approach to CO2 pipeline risks.

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2024Talks - April 26, 2024
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Speaker Johnson accuses demonstrating students of getting support from Hamas. TikTok says it'll challenge the ban. And the Supreme Court dives into the gray area between abortion and pregnancy healthcare, and into former President Trump's broad immunity claims.

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The Yonder Report - April 25, 2024
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The urban-rural death divide is widening for working-age Americans, many home internet connections established for rural students during COVID have been broken, and a new federal rule aims to put the "public" back in public lands.

FL: Disabilities

El número de personas mayores de 65 años con enfermedad de Alzheimer ha aumentado ligeramente en 2024 hasta los 6.9 millones, frente a los 6.7 millones de 2023. El número de casos de EA de aparición temprana se mantuvo prácticamente igual. (Pixabay)
Aumento de Alzheimer provoca un nuevo enfoque en planificación del final de la vida

El informe anual 2024 de la Asociación de Alzheimer prevé que se duplique el número de estadounidenses mayores de 65 años que pade…

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The number of people over 65 with Alzheimer's disease has risen slightly in 2024 to 6.9 million, from 6.7 million in 2023. The number of younger-onset AD cases remained roughly the same. (Pixabay)
Rising Alzheimer's rates prompt renewed focus on end-of-life planning

The 2024 Alzheimer's Association annual report forecasts a doubling of Americans age 65 and older living with dementia - from 7 million to 14 million …

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Dalton (left) and Dawson, together after being adopted in 2017. (Dave Thomas Foundation)
A Florida family's inspiring adoption journey

As siblings in foster care, the fear of being separated is daunting. But thanks to a loving family in Jacksonville, Fla., for two brothers in Ohio…

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The State of Florida encourages the public, especially citizens with disabilities and other special needs, to plan ahead for an emergency situation and know what to do in the event of an emergency. (Pixabay)
Remembering Those with Disabilities Before, During and After the Hurricane

In an appeal to the public as Hurricane Ian barreled toward Florida, an advocate for persons with disabilities urged everyone to consider checking in …

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As a case about Florida election-law changes that went into effect in 2021 is heard in federal court, state lawmakers are advancing even more voting restrictions. (Trimmel Gomes)
FL Lawmakers Double Down on Voting Restrictions

Florida Republicans are proposing yet another sweeping change to state election laws. The new bill would establish an Office of Election Crimes and …

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Founded just before the pandemic, the USA Wheelchair Football League is the first football league of its kind, for adults living with disabilities. (Move United)
Beyond Olympics, USA Wheelchair Football Inspires Adaptive Athletes

TAMPA, Fla. -- Move United's USA Wheelchair Football League is expanding from four cities to nine, including Tampa, to give athletes with …

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At over 93,000 cases, Florida accounts for the highest number of COVID-19 infections in the U.S. among people with disabilities living in congregate settings, according to the Autistic Self-Advocacy Network. (Adobe Stock)
From Vaccines to Healthcare, COVID Amplifies Inequities for Autistic Community

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- April is World Autism Acceptance Month, and groups that advocate for people on the autism spectrum said they want more than …

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While the holidays are a time of gatherings with family and friends, they also can be a source of stress for many seniors. (Pixabay)
Enjoying the Holidays with Seniors

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Holidays can be a wonderful time to reunite adult children and their parents, whether the parents live in their own home…

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The most vulnerable rely most on programs such as Medicaid. (Virginia Carter)
Critics: GOP Health-Care Plan Would Hit Florida's Children Hard

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- An effort is under way to convince lawmakers to become champions for children's health. President Trump has pledged to repeal …

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About 119,000 Florida veterans rely on Medicaid for their health care, according to a new report. (Pippalou/morguefile)
Report Outlines Who in Florida Could Lose Medicaid Coverage

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – While many Floridians honored the sacrifices of military members over the holiday weekend, some also are calling on …

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President Trump's pick for the U.S. Supreme Court, Judge Neil Gorsuch, has a history of ruling against students with disabilities. (WhiteHouse.gov via Wikimedia Commons)
Reports Question if Gorsuch Will Protect Kids With Disabilities

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- According to two new reports, Judge Neil Gorsuch - President Trump's nominee for the Supreme Court - has repeatedly failed to …

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While the national high school graduation rate is around 82 percent, a new study finds Florida lags behind at just 76 percent. (hmm360/morguefile)
Study: Charter, Alternative Schools Account for Most Low Grad-Rate Schools

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Florida falls behind the national high school graduation rate, and the recent proliferation of alternative schools doesn't seem …

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