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PNS Daily Newscast - July 14, 2020 


The Trump administration issues talking points challenging health expert Fauci; Latinos challenge voting system in Washington State.

2020Talks - July 14, 2020 


Maine has its statewide primaries today; Texas and Alabama have primary runoffs. And lawsuits abound against the White House's new ICE rule, threatening to deport international students taking only online courses.

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Teachers say without adequate funding, reopening schools will put teachers, students and their families at risk. (Halfpoint/Adobe Stock)
Teachers Urge Caution and Support to Reopen PA Schools
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
HARRISBURG, Pa. -- Pennsylvania schools are scheduled to reopen on August 17, but teachers are concerned the planning and funding needed to reopen ...Read More
Since 1786, the Daily Hampshire Gazette has been printed in Northampton, Mass. (Dougtone/Creative Commons)
One of Oldest U.S. Papers May Lose Printing House in Northampton
Monday, July 6, 2020
NORTHAMPTION, Mass. -- The company Newspapers of New England recently announced it plans to lay off all the workers at its printing house in ...Read More
Worst-case cuts in Washington state would slash an estimated $220 million from the Medicaid long-term care services budget. (Rawpixel.com/Adobe Stock)
WA Long-Term Care Advocates: Cuts Would Expose Most Vulnerable
Thursday, July 2, 2020
SEATTLE -- Long-term care advocates in Washington state are rallying against budget cuts they say would be disastrous for the state's most vulnerable ...Read More
The ADA requires many employers to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities, and requires accessibility improvements in public spaces. (PEDS/Flickr)
Americans with Disabilities Act Turns 30
Wednesday, July 1, 2020
DENVER -- It's been 30 years since disability-rights activists saw President George H.W. Bush sign the Americans with Disabilities Act into law ...Read More
The census can be completed by mail, online or on the phone by calling 844-330-2020. (Tada Images/Adobe Stock)
Census Critical for NYers with Disabilities
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
NEW YORK -- Despite the COVID pandemic, the U.S. Census is going on right now. And advocates for people with disabilities are stressing the ...Read More
Socially distanced and virtual vigils are taking place at nursing homes across New York state. (NY Caring Majority)
NY Vigils Demand Protection for Nursing Home Staff, Residents
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
NEW YORK -- Seniors, community, faith and labor leaders joined in vigils at nursing homes over the Memorial Day weekend to demand more protections ...Read More
Online voting systems allow people with disabilities to vote independently and privately. (Dob's Farm/Adobe Stock)
Disability Groups Say NY’s Absentee Ballots Discriminate
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
NEW YORK -- A federal lawsuit claims many people with disabilities are being excluded from New York state's expanded absentee ballot program ...Read More
In early May, the leader of the United Nations said 1 billion people living with disabilities around the world have been among the hardest-hit by COVID-19. (ncsl.org)
Employing Nevadans with Disabilities During COVID-19
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
LAS VEGAS -- COVID-19 has bumped the U.S. unemployment rate to historic levels, but advocates for those living with disabilities say the success of ...Read More
Even with schools closed, the law says all students should have access to the educational services they need. (GAYSORN/Adobe Stock)
Education Rights Still in Force During Pandemic
Friday, May 22, 2020
PHILADELPHIA - A new series of fliers is available to help inform parents and children about their rights to educational services while schools are cl ...Read More
Oregon's May 19 primary could help officials work out any kinks in voting before the November general election. (Scott Van Blarcom/Adobe Stock)
Visually Impaired Oregonians Face Barriers to Voting During COVID-19
Thursday, May 14, 2020
PORTLAND, Ore. -- Oregon's vote-by-mail system is earning praise during the coronavirus pandemic, but some Oregonians still will need help to get ...Read More
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