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US sues NY state officials over immigration enforcement; NM's national monuments face new development threats from Trump; NC community colleges get 'boost' to bring more students to high-demand jobs; Trump's resignation plan for federal workers can move forward; Advocates push for program to decrease wildlife collisions in VA.

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Deregulation raises environmental and public health concerns, national monuments face potential risks, political neutrality in education sparks protests, and Tulsi Gabbard's confirmation fuels controversy.

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Rural America struggles with opioids and homelessness in unexpected ways, Colorado's Lariat Ditch could help spur local recreation, and book deliveries revive rural communities hit by Hurricane Helene.

Hunger/Food/Nutrition

Farmers markets encourage consumption of fruits and vegetables, which is much more climate-friendly compared with a meat-based diet. (Corey/Adobe Stock)

Thursday, February 13, 2025

Farmers markets can be a form of climate action

By Gabriella Sotelo for Sentient.Broadcast version by Suzanne Potter for California News Service reporting for the Sentient/Just and Climate-Friendly …

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The 'piece rate' system can determine a slaughterhouse worker's pay based on their production output, or how many pieces of meat they are able to process during their shift. (Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

New study quantifies extreme dangers of slaughterhouse work

By Nina B. Elkadi for Sentient.Broadcast version by Judith Ruiz-Branch for Illinois News Connection reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service …

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Indiana raises about 4.5 million hogs annually, making it the nation's 5th largest pork producer, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. (Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

IN agricultural leaders push back on inspection plan

Indiana farm leaders are pushing back against a bill that would increase inspections at large livestock farms. Senate Bill 193, sponsored by Sen…

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The most recent U.S. Census of Agriculture, from 2022, reported 79% of all farms in Utah are small and family owned, with annual incomes of less than $350,000. (Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

'Factory farming' and the true cost of a burger

The The New York Times and Washington Post are getting pushback for recent editorials defending large-scale factory farms. Some environmental groups …

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there have been no human-to-human transmission of bird flu but more than 60 people across the United States have been infected from exposure to sick animals. (frank/Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Officials monitor latest AR bird flu outbreak

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is investigating a bird flu outbreak at an Arkansas broiler operation in Clay County as well as in some backyard …

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Schools in the Arkansas Farm to School Institute will receive $5,000 to plant a community garden. (NVB Stocker/Adobe Stock)

Monday, February 10, 2025

Arkansas schools have chance to expand 'farm to school' programs

School districts across Arkansas have until February 28 to apply to participate in the Farm to School Institute. The yearlong program, through the …

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Community action agencies in Massachusetts are requesting continued funding for programs such as the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program, which helps return millions of dollars to Massachusetts families and their local economies. (Adobe Stock)

Monday, February 10, 2025

MA community action agencies aim to restore antipoverty funds

Community action agencies in Massachusetts are asking state lawmakers to boost antipoverty programs as federal aid remains in limbo. Gov. Maura …

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Salmonella, campylobacter, listeria and E. coli are among the leading bacterial causes of foodborne illnesses resulting in hospitalizations and death. (Adobe Stock)

Monday, February 10, 2025

Government report offers ways to better monitor foodborne illnesses

Foodborne illnesses from meat and poultry products kill thousands of people a year and a new report from the Government Accountability Office offers w…

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As of last October, 775,000 Washington state students have access to school meals. (New Africa/Adobe Stock)

Monday, February 10, 2025

Free school meals for all WA students on table this session

Legislation in Olympia would make school meals free for every student. Senate Bill 5352 would ensure every student has access to free breakfast and …

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Monday, February 10, 2025

AZ heart attack survivor stresses importance of CPR for Heart Month

February is American Heart Month, and an Arizona heart attack survivor wants more folks to learn CPR - which he said saved his life. Bob Spicer …

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Farmed seafood products make up half of the world's seafood supply, but U.S. production lags, leading to a $16.9 billion seafood deficit in the United States in 2020, according to NOAA. (Adobe Stock) <br />

Monday, February 10, 2025

Industrial aquaculture poised to grow under second Trump administration

The Trump administration aims to increase domestic seafood production through industrial aquaculture but opponents said it puts Maine's coastal commun…

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People living within many miles of industrial swine operations feel the effects of ammonia pollution. (lightpoet/Adobe Stock)
Study shows air quality disparities from industrial ag in NC

The negative effects on air quality from industrialized animal facilities in North Carolina stick around for a long time, according to a new study…

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