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PNS Daily Newscast - April 18, 2024
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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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2024Talks - April 18, 2024
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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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The Yonder Report - April 18, 2024

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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.

SD: Immigration

South Dakota's redistricting effort involves redrawing 35 legislative districts. Because it has only one seat in Congress, no federal maps are involved. (Adobe Stock)<br /><br />
Advocates: SD's Redistricting Needs to Catch Up with Diversity

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - When South Dakota voters head to the polls next year, they'll decide on candidates hoping to serve newly drawn legislative …

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According to a published report, South Dakota officials signed their driver's license sharing agreement with the Census Bureau in April. (Adobe Stock)
SD Among States Sharing ID Info With Feds

PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota officials acknowledge they're working with the federal government in sharing driver's license information with the U.S…

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In addition to close distances on the assembly lines, meat plant workers often have to clean up in crowded locker rooms. (Adobe Stock)
Calls Grow for Worker Safety with COVID-19 Outbreaks at Meat Plants

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - The temporary closing of meat-processing plants has raised concerns over food supplies during the pandemic. But in states like …

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Supporting families is integral to closing the opportunity gaps for Native American children in South Dakota, according to a new report. (Hamner_Fotos/Flickr)
Report: Disparities Greatest in Nation for Native-American Children in SD

PIERRE, S.D. – A new report reveals the persistent disparities for children of color and those in immigrant families, in South Dakota and …

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The group Indivisible Rapid City is protesting an event sponsored by the anti-Muslim group Act for America. (Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
Protests Planned for Event Held by Anti-Muslim Group

RAPID CITY, S.D. – The Republican Party in Rapid City is sponsoring an event Thursday focusing on the threat from Islamic terrorism, but there …

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Children at M&M Day Care in Huron are among those benefiting from the use of early childhood education to integrate refugees from Myanmar into the community. (M&M Day Care)
SD Town a Model of Early Childhood Education's Power to Unite

HURON, S.D. – The small town of Huron in East Central South Dakota has become a heartwarming example of how early childhood education can bring …

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If immigration is disrupted, one expert predicts the costs of fruits and vegetables for consumers could soar. (usda.gov)
Ag States Need Immigrant Labor on the Farm

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - A big part of President-elect Donald Trump's campaign platform was immigration with a promise to deport 11 million people who are …

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As part of Latino Conservation Week, community members are being encouraged to show their passion for protected areas, including the Mount Rushmore National Memorial. (Hispanic Access Foundation)
Latino Conservation Week Highlights Importance of SD's Protected Lands

PIERRE, S.D. -- This week marks the third annual Latino Conservation Week, and organizers are shining a spotlight on the Latino community's concern …

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A new smartphone app aims to inform young Latinos and help get them to polls this coming Election Day. (iStockphoto)
New App Aims to Amp Up Youth Latino Vote

PIERRE, S.D. – Immigrants have a lot at stake in this year's presidential campaign, and a new smartphone app aims to help get out the vote on …

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A tied Supreme Court decision is a major setback for President Obama's immigration plans, and puts millions of mixed-immigration-status families at risk. (iStockphoto)
Immigrants' Advocates Upset with High Court Decision

PIERRE, S.D. -- Immigration-rights advocates across the country are blasting a U.S. Supreme Court decision Thursday that could doom President Obama's …

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Dozens of South Dakota libraries are holding events to celebrate National Library Week. (iStockphoto)
National Library Week Highlights SD Libraries' New Services

PIERRE, S.D. - It's National Library Week and libraries across South Dakota are celebrating in several ways, including forgiving fines for overdue …

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While unemployment benefit access has improved for low-income South Dakota families, a new scorecard shows the state lagging behind in other areas. (iStockphoto)
Report: South Dakota Drops the Ball on Education Policies

PIERRE, S.D. - Most economists agree the U.S. is recovering from the Great Recession, but they also find many families are still struggling …

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