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A new study shows health disparities cost Texas billions of dollars; Senate rejects impeachment articles against Mayorkas, ending trial against Cabinet secretary; Iowa cuts historical rural school groups.

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The Senate dismisses the Mayorkas impeachment. Maryland Lawmakers fail to increase voting access. Texas Democrats call for better Black maternal health. And polling confirms strong support for access to reproductive care, including abortion.

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Rural Wyoming needs more vocational teachers to sustain its workforce pipeline, Ohio environmental advocates fear harm from a proposal to open 40-thousand forest acres to fracking and rural communities build bike trail systems to promote nature, boost the economy.

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

As Black Maternal Health Week ends, health disparities persist

While Black Maternal Health Week is wrapping up, health disparities for pregnant Black women continues to be an issue. From April 11-17 this year…

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The child welfare system in Pennsylvania faces a staffing crisis affecting children and families throughout the system. The Child Welfare Resource …

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Recent data ranks Columbus as the most polluted major city in the U.S., highlighting concerns about common pollutants, like smog and vehicle …

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The chair of the Federal Trade Commission will be in rural Iowa this weekend to hear from farmers and other residents about the proposed sale of Iowa …

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Social Issues   Tuesday, April 16, 2024

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Colorado families must sign up before the end of April to receive $120 per child to buy food through the new Summer EBT program approved by Congress…


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As the Sunshine State grapples with rising temperatures and escalating weather events such as hurricanes, a new study sheds light on the pivotal role …


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As communities across Georgia come together to raise awareness during Child Abuse Prevention Month, local groups are taking steps to equip parents …

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Alabama civic-engagement groups are searching for strategies to maintain voter engagement outside of major election years. As candidates gear up for …

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In the past four years, the way New Mexico children are taught to read has undergone a major shift. Following passage of a state law in 2019…

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A new report examines election official turnover since 2000 and found it's something that has been increasing steadily and might continue to rise…


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Social Issues   Monday, April 15, 2024

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A new report analyzes Pennsylvania's existing voucher programs, that divert public funds to private schools. This comes on the heels of Gov…

Social Issues   Wednesday, April 17, 2024

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California's program helping low-income families buy fresh fruit and vegetables is on the chopping block and health care advocates are asking legislat…

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Work is being done in rural areas across Texas to make sure students are prepared for the workforce even if they intend to stay put after graduation…

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This summer, colleges and universities will have to comply with a new federal rule and not withhold students' transcripts over unpaid tuition and …


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Kentuckians have less than a week to register to vote in next month's primary election. If folks miss the April 22 deadline, residents can still …


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Health and Wellness   Wednesday, April 17, 2024

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Health and Wellness   Tuesday, April 16, 2024

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Today is National Healthcare Decisions Day, a day when everyone is encouraged to review their end-of-life planning. The 2024 Alzheimer's Association …

Social Issues   Tuesday, April 16, 2024

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South Dakotans face high prices at the grocery store and some are working to ease the burden. A new report from the Federal Trade Commission finds …


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Despite a recent policy victory, Wisconsin labor leaders still express concern about the current environment for shielding young teens from unsafe …

 

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