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Police hunt for gunman after UnitedHealthcare CEO is killed in Midtown Manhattan; Record number of women to serve in state legislatures nationwide; Onions caused McDonald's E. coli outbreak, but beef production still a concern; Detroit suburb revitalized by federal funds.

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Trump reportedly is considering replacing Pete Hegseth as defense nominee, the French PM is ousted, South Korea rejects martial law, Montana blocks a trans bathroom ban, and women's representation in state legislatures hits new highs.

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Limited access to community resources negatively impacts rural Americans' health, a successful solar company is the result of a Georgia woman's determination to stay close to her ailing grandfather, and Connecticut looks for more ways to cut methane emissions.

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Thursday, December 5, 2024

Record number of women to serve in state legislatures nationwide

As 2025 begins, there will be a record number of women serving in state legislatures nationwide. More than 2,400 women will hold state legislative …

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A newly installed rooftop solar power system will help the Free Clinic of Simi Valley keep its doors open and the lights on for the area's disadvantag…

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Pronghorn, which can reach speeds of 60 miles per hour, are the second-fastest mammal on earth but their speed is no match for cars and trucks…

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The Town of Carrboro is leveraging state law to combat climate change, announcing a lawsuit aimed at Duke Energy. Barbara Foushee, mayor of Carrboro…

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After a new union at Miami University was certified by the state in June 2023, its members are still waiting for an initial contract. The Faculty …


Social Issues   Wednesday, December 4, 2024

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In this week's 2026 budget address, Gov. Kristi Noem proposed establishing education savings accounts for K-12 students in South Dakota. Opponents …


Environment   Wednesday, December 4, 2024

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The most current study from the Environmental Protection Agency estimated more than 143 million Americans are at risk of drinking water tainted with P…


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Maryland has one of the highest percentages in the nation of people in prison who began serving time when they were juveniles. A new report from …

Social Issues   Wednesday, December 4, 2024

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More than 580,000 Wisconsinites are unpaid family caregivers and they serve as the backbone of the state's long-term care system, and one …

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A county high in the Colorado Rockies is working to include its underserved residents in plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the primary driver …

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There is promising news at the national level and in Minnesota in trying to lower workplace injuries and illnesses. A key labor organization is happy …

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By Dakarai Turner for WISH-TV.Broadcast version by Joe Ulery for Indiana News Service reporting for the WISH-TV-Free Press Indiana-Public News Service…


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A new report found New York hospitals are in a precarious financial state. The New York State Hospitals Fiscal Survey Report showed statewide …

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Health and Wellness   Wednesday, December 4, 2024

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More than half of North Carolina counties have fewer than four dentists per 10,000 people and a few counties have no dentists at all. The North …

Environment   Wednesday, December 4, 2024

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By Grey Moran for Civil Eats.Broadcast version by Danielle Smith for Mississippi News Connection reporting for the Solutions Journalism Network-Public…

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Ohioans have until Jan. 15 to sign up for health insurance coverage during the open enrollment period. Programs like Get Covered Ohio are available …

Health and Wellness   Tuesday, December 3, 2024

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The giving season offers Ohioans an opportunity to reflect on the importance of supporting community services. For survivors of sexual violence in …


Environment   Tuesday, December 3, 2024

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By Jessica Kutz for The People Sentinel.Broadcast version by Mark Richardson for South Carolina News Service reporting for the Solutions Journalism Ne…


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North Dakota has 30 available workers for every 100 open jobs. To help confront workforce shortages, the state is now accepting grant applications to …

Health and Wellness   Thursday, December 5, 2024

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Nebraska was among the states affected by the recent E. coli outbreak traced to onions in McDonald's hamburgers. Federal officials said they are now …


Environment   Thursday, December 5, 2024

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A Detroit suburb is undergoing a transformation with funds from the American Rescue Plan Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Canton Charter …

 

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