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Pulling back the curtains on wage-theft enforcement in MN; Trump's latest attack is on RFK, Jr; NM LGBTQ+ equality group endorses 2024 'Rock Star' candidates; Michigan's youth justice reforms: Expanded diversion, no fees.

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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says rebuilding Baltimore's Key Bridge will be challenging and expensive. An Alabama Democrat flips a state legislature seat and former Connecticut senator Joe Lieberman dies at 82.

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Historic wildfires could create housing and health issues for rural Texans, a Kentucky program helps prison parolees start a new life, and descendants of Nicodemus, Kansas celebrate the Black settlers who journeyed across the 1870s plains seeking self-governance.

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Siete de cada diez personas en Estados Unidos necesitarán cuidados a largo plazo. (Tyler Olson/Adobe Stock)
'Generación sándwich' elogia programa de ahorro para cuidados a largo plazo

Los habitantes de Washington con hijos y padres mayores que necesitan atención elogian la tranquilidad que les brinda el nuevo programa de ahorro…

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Family caregiving includes demanding duties that can it difficult for caregivers to find time for themselves. (Tierney/Adobe Stock)
AARP WA Provides Resources to Care for Family Caregivers

Family caregivers are providing crucial services, but they also need support. That's why AARP has compiled resources for the people taking care of …

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Washington state lawmakers will begin crafting their budgets as the session begins to wind down in April. (Zack Frank/Adobe Stock)
Housing Assistance on Docket for Lawmakers in Olympia

Affordable housing is a major concern in Washington state and lawmakers in Olympia are considering a slate of measures to address it. One option is …

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Recognizing a stroke early can save a person's life and prevent disabilities. (elenabsl/Adobe Stock)
For Stroke Awareness Month, Doc Advises People 'BE FAST'

May is stroke awareness month. People need to act quickly to avoid lasting damage when they happen - and remember the acronym "BE FAST." 'B' stands …

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Reconocer un accidente cerebrovascular a tiempo puede salvar la vida de una persona y prevenir discapacidades. (elenabsl/Adobe Stock)
Mes de Concientización sobre Accidentes Cerebrovascular, consejos de un doctor

Mayo es el mes de concientización sobre los derrames cerebrales. Las personas deben actuar rápidamente para evitar daños duraderos …

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La sesión legislativa del estado de Washington está programada para el 10 de marzo. (Rachel Samanyi/Flickr)
Cuidadores en el hogar dicen es “hora de $ 20” en WA

Cuidadores en el hogar del estado de Washington han experimentado un aumento en los salarios para sortear la pandemia de COVID-19. Una nueva campa…

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The expanded death with dignity bill made its way to the Senate Committee on Health and Long Term Care at the beginning of the session. (Rex Wholster/Adobe Stock)
WA Bill Opens Up Access to Medical Aid-in-Dying Law

Washington state's Death with Dignity Act has been on the books for more than a decade. Proponents says it's time to update the law so that more …

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A bill in Olympia would more than double the amount of money people with long-term Medicaid care could keep for other basic living expenses. (Halfpoint/Adobe Stock)
WA Bill Would Increase Allowance for People Receiving In-Home Care

As the cost of living skyrockets in Washington state, people needing in-home care are being squeezed, a state Senate bill would increase the amount …

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La rotación es alta en los servicios de cuidados de vida desde los hogares, porque el pago a menudo ronda el salario mínimo del estado. (Evrymmnt / Adobe Stock)
Medida en Congreso aumentaría fondos para cuidados comunitarios y en hogares de ancianos

SEATTLE -- Proveedores de atención para personas en hogares de cuidados y comunitarios están observando de cerca al Congreso mientras los co…

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The Long-Term Care Trust Act has a lifetime cap on benefits of $36,500. (verbaska/Adobe Stock)
WA Caregivers Lend Support to Long-Term Care Trust Act

OLYMPIA, Wash. -- Washington state caregivers are boosting a bill that closes some loopholes in the Long-Term Care Trust Act as it nears the …

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La Ley de Fideicomiso de Cuidados a Largo Plazo tiene un límite de por vida para los beneficios de $36,500. (verbaska/Adobe Stock)
Cuidadores de WA apoyan la Ley de Fideicomiso de Cuidados a Largo Plazo

OLYMPIA, Wash. -- Cuidadores del estado de Washington están impulsando un proyecto de ley que mejore algunas de las omisiones en la Ley de …

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Caregivers are concerned cuts could affect them as Washington state deals with its budget shortfall from COVID-19. (Rolando Avila/SEIU 775)
Facing Cutbacks, Washingtonians Want 'Upside Down' Tax System Changed

OLYMPIA, Wash. -- With Washington state facing a big budget shortfall because of COVID-19, many are calling for the state to fix its tax code…

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