Thursday, January 27, 2022

PNS Daily Newscast - January 28, 2022
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The Indiana House passes a controversial bill barring schools from teaching about Critical Race Theory, and President Biden pledges to place a Black woman on the Supreme Court for the first time.

2022Talks - January 28, 2022
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Justice Stephen Breyer formally announces his retirement, the Dept. of Education will help students who fell behind during the pandemic, and Ariz. lawmakers consider a bill granting them control over elections.

The Yonder Report - January 27, 2022
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Free COVID tests by mail but some rural Americans need to go the extra mile; farmer storytellers join national campaign to battle corporate consolidation; specialty nurses want more authority; and rare bat gets credit for the mythic margarita.

Arizona

The Arizona PIRG Education Fund wants appliance retailers, such as Best Buy and others, to post safety warnings on all gas ranges they sell. (Sundry Photos/Adobe Stock)
The Arizona PIRG Education Fund wants appliance retailers, such as Best Buy and others, to post safety warnings on all gas ranges they sell. (Sundry Photos/Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, January 26, 2022

AZ Consumer Group Demands Safety Warnings on Gas Ranges

Time was, when someone told you, "Now, you're cooking with gas!" it was meant as a compliment. But research shows that using a gas cooktop or range …

Many healthcare analysts believe care provided in an older person's home often results in a better outcome than treatment delivered at a group home or hospital. (pickelstock/Adobe Stock)
Many healthcare analysts believe care provided in an older person's home often results in a better outcome than treatment delivered at a group home or hospital. (pickelstock/Adobe Stock)

Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Groups Call Home-Care Funding Critical for AZ Seniors

A major element of the multipronged Build Back Better Act would provide $150 billion for expanding home and community-based care for seniors and peopl…

Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, D-Ariz., was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2018 to fill the seat previously held by Republican Jeff Flake. (Flickr)
Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, D-Ariz., was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2018 to fill the seat previously held by Republican Jeff Flake. (Flickr)
AZ Progressives See Red Over Sinema Move Blocking Voting-Rights Bills

A wave of new Arizona voters in the 2020 election changed the normally conservative state to one where progressive candidates and ideas have a fightin…

Researchers say parents should set a good example for their kids when it comes to screen time using digital devices. (paulaphoto/Adobe Stock)
Researchers say parents should set a good example for their kids when it comes to screen time using digital devices. (paulaphoto/Adobe Stock)
Experts Warn Parents on Excess Screen Time, Blue Light Exposure

The pandemic shows no signs of ending soon, and with working from home and distance learning still a reality for many households - health experts are …

Legal Paraprofessionals are a new, lower-cost alternative for Arizonans who many need legal help but can't afford attorney fees or retainers. (kerkezz/Adobe Stock)
Legal Paraprofessionals are a new, lower-cost alternative for Arizonans who many need legal help but can't afford attorney fees or retainers. (kerkezz/Adobe Stock)
Non-Attorney Advocates Could Bring Affordable Legal Services to AZ

The cost of legal help can be out of reach for many Arizonans, creating "legal deserts" in rural areas and marginalized communities. But a new type …

Arizona environmental and political leaders are pushing state legislators to pass measures that would move the state's power grid to renewable sources of energy. (andreiorlov/Adobe Stock)
Arizona environmental and political leaders are pushing state legislators to pass measures that would move the state's power grid to renewable sources of energy. (andreiorlov/Adobe Stock)
AZ Groups Outline Environmental Goals for 2022 Legislature

An alliance of environmental groups and lawmakers has released an ambitious, wide-ranging set of goals for the 2022 Arizona Legislature. The …

A new report finds parallels between those who support the violent insurrectionists who stormed the U.S. Capitol and many of the opponents of public-lands conservation. (Flickr)
A new report finds parallels between those who support the violent insurrectionists who stormed the U.S. Capitol and many of the opponents of public-lands conservation. (Flickr)
Watchdog Report Connects 1/6 Insurrection, Anti-Conservation Movement

A new report found ties between groups and individuals who supported -- and in some cases participated in -- the Jan. 6 insurrection and those who …

The 90-member Arizona Legislature will open the 2022 portion of its 55th session on Jan. 10.(spiritofamerica/Adobe Stock)
The 90-member Arizona Legislature will open the 2022 portion of its 55th session on Jan. 10.(spiritofamerica/Adobe Stock)
AARP Sees Long-Term Care, Senior Housing, Drug Costs as 2022 AZ Issues

When the Arizona Legislature starts its 2022 session next week, AARP Arizona and other senior advocacy groups say there is a lot of unfinished …

A sign warns of radioactivity near an abandoned uranium mine in the Horseshoe Mesa area near the Grand Canyon. (Deep Desert Photo/Adobe Stock)<br />
A sign warns of radioactivity near an abandoned uranium mine in the Horseshoe Mesa area near the Grand Canyon. (Deep Desert Photo/Adobe Stock)
Tribes Urge Congress to Make Grand Canyon Mining Ban Permanent

Members of native tribes living in or near the Grand Canyon are calling on Congress to make a provisional ban on uranium mining near the park permanen…

Arizona Public Service, or APS, is a publicly-owned, for-profit corporation generating and distributing electric power to more than 2.7 million Arizonans. (Yamolyanov/Adobe Stock)
Arizona Public Service, or APS, is a publicly-owned, for-profit corporation generating and distributing electric power to more than 2.7 million Arizonans. (Yamolyanov/Adobe Stock)
Regulators Order Low 'Super Off-Peak' Rates for APS Customers

Arizona Public Service (APS) power customers could significantly lower their electric bills this winter, if they get the timing right. A ruling …

Native American advocates say many elected officials don't understand the social structure on tribal lands, and can apply voting rules that make it harder for indigenous populations to cast ballots. (ruslanita/Adobe Stock)
Native American advocates say many elected officials don't understand the social structure on tribal lands, and can apply voting rules that make it harder for indigenous populations to cast ballots. (ruslanita/Adobe Stock)
Native Americans Voice Concerns Over AZ Redistricting Maps

TUCSON, Ariz. - As Arizona's Independent Redistricting Commission prepares to issue its final voting-district maps, Native American groups are …

Under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the United States will spend $65 billion over the next five years to extend broadband internet to everyone. (Tiko/Adobe Stock)
Under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the United States will spend $65 billion over the next five years to extend broadband internet to everyone. (Tiko/Adobe Stock)
Broadband Infrastructure Improvements Would Boost AZ's Rural Schools

COTTONWOOD, Ariz. - The Bipartisan Infrastructure Act passed by Congress contains $65 billion aimed at giving every American affordable access to …

 

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