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PNS Daily Newscast - April 9, 2021
Pro-democracy groups in West Virginia urging support for the "For the People Act;" the debate rages on over Michigan's proposed trans sports ban.
2021Talks - April 9, 2021
A House bill pushing states on permit-to-purchase handgun laws aims to cut gun violence; HUD Secretary announces nearly $5B in rental assistance; and record numbers of asylum seekers turned back from U.S. are seeking sanctuary in Mexico.
Archive: December 2, 2020
Click to downloadALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - A new report published by the U.S. Geological Survey includes detailed maps of Global Positioning System tracked migration routes for mule deer, elk, pronghorn, moose and bison. The tracking tool will help stakeholders, from conservation groups to transportation agencies, underst ...Read More
AUSTIN, Texas - A new initiative to turn around the college enrollment decline in Texas due to fallout from COVID-19 was announced yesterday. 'Future Focused Texas' is a collaborative effort to maintain the state's college enrollment rates despite the effects of the health crisis. Texas Commissi ...Read More
AUGUSTA, Maine - A new Maine Climate Action Plan from the governor's office lays out a science-based approach to combat climate change while creating new jobs to help the state with economic recovery from the pandemic. The plan commits to reducing greenhouse-gas emissions 45% by 2030 and 80% by 20 ...Read More
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Ohio's controversial energy-bailout legislation at the center of a bribery scandal is getting some new attention in Columbus this week. Lawmakers in both chambers are discussing bills that would either repeal or alter House Bill 6 - which would fund $1.6 billion in utility subsidi ...Read More
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - Federal officials are working with drug companies on novel coronavirus vaccines, some of which could be available this month for groups prioritized for early rollouts. A South Dakota health-care group hopes underserved residents aren't overlooked, and urges patience. Yesterday, ...Read More
MINOT, N.D. - In North Dakota, a state agency worries that people with disabilities are being overlooked in a tight job market, as business restrictions from the pandemic create hardships for many companies. This week, the state is honoring some of the businesses focusing on inclusive hiring. The ...Read More
SACRAMENTO, Calif. - A new report pinpoints why COVID-19 spread so fast this summer in California nursing homes. The study found skilled nursing facilities that meet recommended staffing levels for Registered Nurses had half the infections compared to those that don't meet the standards. And the n ...Read More
CHARLESTON, W.Va. - As the number of COVID-19 cases in West Virginia jails skyrockets, advocates for incarcerated people are urging Gov. Jim Justice to follow recommendations in a new report to curb the spread. As of December 1, more than 1,150 people serving time and correctional officers have co ...Read More
