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Medical copays reduce health care access in MS prisons; Israel planted explosives in pagers sold to Hezbollah according to official sources; Serving looks with books: Libraries fight 'fast fashion' by lending clothes; Menhaden decline threatens Virginia's ecosystem, fisheries.

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JD Vance calls for toning down political rhetoric, while calls for his resignation grow because of his own comments. The Secret Service again faces intense criticism, and a right to IVF is again voted down in the US Senate.

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A USDA report shows a widening gap in rural versus urban health, a North Carolina county remains divided over a LGBTQ library display, and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz' policies are spotlighted after his elevation to the Democratic presidential ticket.

NY: Education

Al menos un tercio de las escuelas son totalmente accesibles en once de los 32 distritos escolares comunitarios de la ciudad de Nueva York. Una vez que se completen los proyectos actualmente en trámite, al menos un tercio de las escuelas serán accesibles para discapacitados. (Adobe Stock)
Escuelas públicas de NYC aún no cumplen plenamente con la ADA

Aunque las clases han vuelto a estar en sesión, todas las escuelas públicas de la ciudad de Nueva York todavía no son completamente …

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At least one-third of schools are fully accessible in eleven of New York City's 32 community school districts. Once the projects currently in the pipeline are done, at least one-third of schools will be disability accessible. (Adobe Stock)
NYC public schools still not fully ADA compliant

Although classes are back in session, all New York City public schools still aren't entirely disability accessible. Reports find more than two …

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The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported there are 1,800 projected job openings for wind turbine technicians each year. (Adobe Stock)
SUNY Morrisville wraps first Offshore Wind Institute classes

SUNY Morrisville recently wrapped up its first classes as part of New York's Offshore Training Wind Institute. The state-funded program is part of …

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Although the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated existing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, it created new opportunities through remote work. (Adobe Stock)
34 Years of the ADA

New York disability-rights advocates are celebrating the 34th anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The 1990 …

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New York is facing a shortage of 180,000 teachers, which will only grow due to a steep retirement cliff the state faces in the coming years. (Adobe Stock)
NY teachers union launches pro-public education campaign

New York's United Federation of Teachers union is launching a campaign to bolster public education. It comes as public schools' role as a social …

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Nueva York se enfrenta a una escasez de 180,000 profesores, que no hará sino crecer debido al pronunciado precipicio de jubilaciones al que se enfrenta el estado en los próximos años. (Adobe Stock)
Sindicato de profesores de NY lanza campaña a favor de la educación pública

El sindicato neoyorquino United Federation of Teachers lanza una campaña para reforzar la educación pública. El papel de la escuela …

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New York is one of eight states requiring exit exams for high school graduation. (Adobe Stock)
NYS no longer requires Regents exams for graduation

Regents exams will no longer be a graduation requirement for New York State students. The State Department of Education announced the change several …

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The number of young children ages 3 and 4 not in school remained the same before and after the pandemic at 42%, which is lower than the national average of 54%. (Adobe Stock)
Report: NY kids’ pandemic-era education troubles persist

A new report found New York kids' well-being is improving despite lingering pandemic issues. The Annie E. Casey Foundation's Kids Count Data Book …

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New York City's budget allocates $514 million in city and recurring state funds for supporting education programs. (Adobe Stock)
Advocates: NYC budget makes great strides, but more is needed

New York City advocates are excited yet concerned about the 2025 budget. In recent weeks, funding was restored to certain education programs such as …

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The National College Attainment Network reported the graduating high school class of 2023 in New York left more than $226 million in Pell grants unclaimed, the fourth-highest of any state. (Adobe Stock)
NY approves universal FAFSA access for graduating students

New York's 2025 budget creates universal access to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid program. School districts statewide will have the …

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An estimated 17.4 million adults with disabilities nationwide report frequent mental distress. (Adobe Stock)
Classes help NY psychologists understand disabled people’s mental health

New continuing education classes can help New York psychologists better work with disabled patients. The courses center on understanding …

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Se calcula que 17.4 millones de adultos con discapacidades en todo el país sufren trastornos mentales con frecuencia. (Adobe Stock)
Clases ayudan a psicólogos de NY a comprender la salud mental de los discapacitados

Nuevas clases de formación continua pueden ayudar a los psicólogos neoyorquinos a trabajar mejor con pacientes discapacitados. Los cursos …

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