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SD public defense duties shift from counties to state; SCOTUS appears skeptical of restricting government communications with social media companies; Trump lawyers say he can't make bond; new scholarships aim to connect class of 2024 to high-demand jobs.

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The SCOTUS weighs government influence on social media, and who groups like the NRA can do business with. Biden signs an executive order to advance women's health research and the White House tells Israel it's responsible for the Gaza humanitarian crisis.

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Midwest regenerative farmers are rethinking chicken production, Medicare Advantage is squeezing the finances of rural hospitals and California's extreme swing from floods to drought has some thinking it's time to turn rural farm parcels into floodplains.

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Many Americans have rallied behind Ukrainians in the aftermath of Russia's invasion. (Anton/Adobe Stock)
Fraud Concerns Raised for Some Ukraine Charity Efforts

Many people are looking for ways to help Ukrainians affected by war. However, they should be on the lookout for scams. Lynn Heider - vice president …

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Parts of the Emerald Edge could sequester 3.5 million tons of carbon dioxide, if protected. (Bryan Evans/The Nature Conservancy)
Bezos Earth Fund to Help Protect NW's 'Emerald Edge' Forest

SEATTLE -- The Nature Conservancy has been chosen as one of the first recipients to benefit from Jeff Bezos' $10 billion fund to fight climate change…

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At last year's supply drive, students were given fake money to buy school supplies. (Inspirus Credit Union)
As School Supply Costs Mount, Wash. Credit Union Gives Back

SPOKANE, Wash. – The high cost of school supplies could be on the minds of many Washington families as students head back to class. One credit …

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Los programas veraniegos de comidas gratuitas están ayudando a las familias, que gastaban $300 extra en comida cuando no hay clases. (School’s Out Washington)
Recursos para comidas gratis en verano, disponibles para padres de Washington

SEATTLE – Las vacaciones de verano están a la vuelta de la esquina, o sea que muchos pequeños perderán una fuente de comidas …

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It sometimes can be hard to tell which charities are legitimate. (Peggy_Marco/Pixabay)
Give with Care: Check on Charities Before Donating

SEATTLE - There are more than 1.5 million charitable organizations in the United States, so it can be tough to figure out which ones to choose for …

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Group Health is celebrating the annual Healthy Kids Day by giving away 4,000 helmets. (pixabay)
Children Can Find Helmet that Fits on Healthy Kids Day

SEATTLE - Kids can find the helmet that fits on Saturday at YMCAs in western Washington. The Ys are celebrating Healthy Kids Day, and Group Health …

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Shuttle services, meals at senior centers and other places for older people to socialize will go without United Way funding in King County starting next year. (Bryan Ilyankoff)
United Way King Co. Taken to Task for Trimming Senior Funding

SEATTLE - It may be the season of giving, but United Way of King County has told about 30 groups it's taking away money in the new year, from …

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For nonprofit groups, Giving Tuesday is a lot like Christmas. Last year's social-media donation campaign raised $45 million. Credit: kfjmiller/morguefile.com
Charitable Fundraising Goes Digital on #GivingTuesday

SEATTLE - After Black Friday and Cyber Monday, worthy causes across the state are hoping people have a little left over for charitable giving…

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FOTO: Los empleados de asilos de Washington piden a los legisladores aprobar un promedio mínimo de personal para asegurar que siempre haya suficiente gente trabajando en los turnos para atender las necesidades de los residentes. Crédito de la foto: tepic/FeaturePics.com.
Empleados de asilos de WA piden al menos el mínimo indispensable de personal

OLYMPIA, Wash. - El trabajo de quienes brindan cuidados en los asilos de ancianos es muy demandante, y en Washington algunos afirman que la escasez …

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FOTO: Conforme Washington se vuelve más diverso, se están celebrando talleres in escuelas de todo el estado para familiarizar a maestros y personal escolar con las experiencias y costumbres de los refugiados, y para ayudarles a relacionarse con los nuevos estudiantes y las nuevas familias de su área. Crédito de la foto: kobby_dagan/FeaturePics.com.
Crece la capacitación para apoyar a los refugiados, en las escuelas de WA

SEATTLE – Cada vez más refugiados que llegan a Washington se están reubicando en lugares distintos a Seattle, por lo que en todo el …

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PHOTO: Holiday generosity is a Washington tradition, but nowadays it's smart to check everything out before you buy or donate, from cash gift cards to shopping websites, to the charities seeking end-of-year contributions. Photo credit: Batman2000/FeaturePics.com.
Holiday Cons in WA: Gift Buyers, Givers Beware

OLYMPIA, Wash. - It's fine to put a few dollars in the red Salvation Army kettles this time of year, but if you're planning larger contributions to …

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FOTO: Los programas exitosos de comidas de verano para niños combinan alimentos saludables con actividades divertidas, para mantenerlos aprendiendo. En el pequeño Chimacum representa un esfuerzo comunitario para la YMCA del Condado Jefferson. Foto cortesía de School’s Out Washington.
“Alimenta tu Cerebro” combina aprendizaje y nutrición en WA rural

CHIMACUM, Wash. – Cada vez es un reto mayor alimentar a los niños pequeños durante los meses de verano, cuando no están en la …

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