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Trump attacks Liz Cheney using violent war imagery; Election insights: What 50 Ohioans want to hear from candidates; Consumer groups slam CA Supreme Court ruling on lemon law; On National Brush Day, new resources in KY to boost oral health.

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Harris says her campaign is prepared for Trump to prematurely claim victory, Pennsylvania election officials say safeguards in the system are preventing vote fraud, and Montana Senate race could hinge on the "political refugee" vote.

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A Cambodian poultry farmer who lost his livelihood could be a hero for others, rural Montanans are anxiously awaiting a court ruling over a climate lawsuit brought by young people, and Northeast states say more housing for working families could boost jobs.

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According to Gov. Roy Cooper's office, Hurricane Helene's flooding and destruction in western North Carolina have led to an estimated $53 billion in damages and recovery costs. (Adobe Stock)

Friday, November 1, 2024

Environmental advocates tackle wave of post-Helene misinformation in NC

As North Carolina communities continue to pick up the pieces after Hurricane Helene, they have faced a new obstacle: A surge of misinformation is …

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Consumer groups say a new court decision means used cars sold with manufacturer's warranties in California will not be subject to state

Friday, November 1, 2024

Consumer groups slam CA Supreme Court ruling on lemon law

Millions of Californians buy used cars still under a manufacturer's warranty - but consumer groups say those warranties are now essentially unenforcea…

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Signal Ohio found overarching issues such as climate change, reproductive rights and safety were on the minds of many Ohioans. (Adobe Stock)

Friday, November 1, 2024

Election insights: What 50 Ohioans want to hear from candidates

As Election Day approaches, the online outlet Signal Ohio interviewed 50 people across Cleveland and Akron to find out what is on the minds of …

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The Election Protection coalition has fought against disenfranchisement and promoted fairness in elections since 2001. (Adobe Stock)

Friday, November 1, 2024

Clear the confusion: Voter hotline ready for Indiana’s Election Day

The Election Protection Hotline is open and ready to assist voters through the 2024 election season. Ami Gandhi, director of strategic initiatives …

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Despite the U.S. economy's ongoing resilience, a Center for Audit Quality survey showed the outlook for the economy over the next year is only neutral, with most audit firms believing a recession is likely on the horizon. (thinglass/Adobe Stock)

Friday, November 1, 2024

Survey: Election outcome will impact AR businesses

A new survey of public company audit firms reveals businesses are concerned the upcoming election could affect their financial performance. The …

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PacifiCorp has committed to retiring just 27% of its coal use by 2030. (Adobe Stock)

Thursday, October 31, 2024

PacifiCorp has 'room to improve' on clean energy commitments

A new report grades utilities based on their commitment to transitioning away from fossil fuels. The Sierra Club has graded utilities on their …

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Pro-cryptocurrency political action committees, winning 36 of 42 primary races they supported, have used their funds to help unseat candidates like U.S. Rep. Katie Porter, D-Calif., Rep. Cori Bush, D-Mo., and Rep. Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y. (WindyNight/Adobe Stock)

Thursday, October 31, 2024

Crypto backers pour millions into Ohio; U.S. regulation on the line

Ohio's U.S. Senate race between the incumbent, Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, and Republican Bernie Moreno has become one of the most expensive in …

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According to Forbes.com, imposter scams are the most common method of fraud in the U.S., with 178,040 incidents reported during the first quarter of 2023. (Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

IL residents should know scam warning signs

Financial publication Forbes ranked Illinois ninth on its list of the "10 Most Scammed States" last year, with 285 incidents for every 100,000 …

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Around 65% of New Jersey Medicare beneficiaries have a traditional Medicare plan, while the rest are enrolled in a Medicare Advantage or other type of plan. (zimmytws/Adobe Stock)
Patients shop around as Medicare open enrollment gets underway

One million, six hundred and fifty thousand New Jerseyites on Medicare - almost 18% of the state - have a big decision to make, because the Medicare …

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By May of this year, Michigan launched 45 new clean-energy projects with Inflation Reduction Act funding, the most of any state. (Hope/Adobe Stock)
MI mayor uses federal support to achieve carbon neutrality

With their mayor at the helm, the city of Ann Arbor is working toward carbon neutrality by 2030. Severe weather in Michigan has strained budgets and …

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Nearly 1.9 million residents are enrolled in Medicare in Georgia. (Adobe Stock)
Georgians choose insurance benefits during open enrollment period

The open enrollment period for Medicare and other health care plans is underway and Georgians are making their selections for insurance coverage for t…

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An image of Hurricane Milton approaching Florida, as seen from NOAA's GOES-16 satellite on Oct. 8. (NOAA)
Florida insurance claim denials rise after Hurricanes Helene and Milton

Since Hurricanes Helene and Milton devastated Florida, more than 49,000 insurance claims have been denied, leaving thousands of residents in …

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