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A federal judge slams the brakes on U.S. Postal Service changes nationwide; and we take you to the state 'out front' for clean elections.

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Trump slams the 1619 project on Constitution Day, and Pennsylvania's Supreme Court makes some election changes.

Budget Policy & Priorities

Supporters of Tribal Colleges and Universities are calling on Congress to set aside at least $40 million per year for much-needed repairs, digital infrastructure upgrades and financial support for struggling students. (American Indian College Fund)
Tribal Colleges Face Multiple Challenges in Economic Wake of COVID
Thursday, September 17, 2020
This story is based on an opinion piece by Cheryl Crazy Bull and Sara Goldrick-Rab that first appeared on The Hechinger Report. Broadcast version by ...Read More
Low-income residents in Wyoming pay an effective tax rate more than three times higher than the state's wealthiest 1%. (Pxhere)
Lawmakers Facing $1.5 Billion Shortfall Seek Revenue Options
Tuesday, September 15, 2020
CHEYENNE, Wyo. -- As Wyoming lawmakers face a $1.5 billion budget shortfall, a new report by the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy suggests ...Read More
A leaked document shows concerns from within the Census Bureau that a shortened timeline for counting could result in serious errors. (AdobeStock)
New Calls to Extend 2020 Census Counting Deadline
Tuesday, September 15, 2020
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- A coalition of advocacy groups wants Ohio's senators to get behind efforts to extend the 2020 census deadline by four months ...Read More
In Kentucky, 65% of households responded to the U.S. Census in 2010. (Adobe Stock)
Kentuckians in Final Stretch to Complete U.S. Census Forms
Monday, September 14, 2020
PIKESVILLE, Ky. -- Kentuckians have a few more weeks to secure the resources they will rely on for the next decade by completing their 2020 U.S ...Read More
The Ohio Secretary of State wants to use revenue from the office's Business Services Division to cover the cost of prepaid postage on absentee ballots. (AdobeStock)<br /><br />
Decision Expected Today on Return Postage for Absentee Ballots
Monday, September 14, 2020
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio voters might have one less step to take in order to cast an absentee ballot for the November election. The Ohio Controlling ...Read More
Half of New York City public-school families report reducing the size or frequency of kids' meals. (Trailbomber/Adobe Stock)
NY Parents Getting Help Feeding Kids
Monday, September 14, 2020
NEW YORK -- New York parents of children who have missed out on free meals at school because of the COVID pandemic are receiving food assistance in th ...Read More
States like Tennessee with narrower Medicaid eligibility are expected to see larger increases in the number of uninsured residents in the coronavirus recession. (Adobe Stock)
Feds Quietly Loosen Restrictions on ACA Enrollment
Monday, September 14, 2020
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The federal government has quietly changed a policy that could make it easier for some residents to sign up for health insurance ...Read More
Those wanting more outdoors investments in Iowa say recent federal action isn't enough. They want the Legislature to act on a proposal from Gov. Kim Reynolds to raise more money for the state's natural resources. (Adobe Stock)
Pandemic, Racial Reckoning Renew Calls in IA for Outdoors Investments
Thursday, September 10, 2020
DES MOINES, Iowa -- This year, many more Iowans have flocked to parks and other outdoor spaces to escape the pandemic. That's prompted calls for ...Read More
The U.S. Census Bureau provides translated web pages and guides in 59 non-English languages, including American Sign Language, as well as guides in Braille and large print. (U.S. Census Bureau)
Window Tightens for Getting Accurate Census Count in Nebraska
Thursday, September 10, 2020
OMAHA, Neb. -- As the Trump administration works to end the U.S. Census Bureau's once-a-decade tally required by the U.S. Constitution one month ...Read More
Census outreach officials say an undercount can cost states billions of dollars for priorities like transportation projects and education. (Adobe Stock)
MN Cities Scramble as Census Deadline Looms
Wednesday, September 9, 2020
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. -- This fall, field work for the 2020 Census will wind down. While there's still some disagreement about the ending date ...Read More
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