Thursday, May 19, 2022

PNS Daily Newscast - May 19, 2022
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U.S. mayors train to fend off increased threats and harassment, the Illinois governor signs a ban on 'Ghost Guns,' and death anxiety could play a role in Vladimir Putin's Ukraine invasion.

2022Talks - May 19, 2022
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The White House asks Congress for more pandemic support, the House passes a domestic terrorism bill, Kansas' Supreme Court upholds a new congressional map, and a House committee hears testimony on abortion access.

The Yonder Report - May 19, 2022
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From off-Broadway to West Virginia: the stories of the deadly Upper Big Branch mine explosion, baby formula is on its way back to grocery shelves, and federal funds will combat consolidation in meatpacking.

Florida

The Nature Coast Aquatic Preserve along with the Big Bend Seagrasses, St. Martins Marsh Aquatic Preserves and the Pinellas County Aquatic Preserve together protect the largest contiguous seagrass meadow in the Gulf of Mexico and the largest spring-fed seagrass habitat in the world. (Charlie Shoemaker for The Pew Charitable Trusts)
The Nature Coast Aquatic Preserve along with the Big Bend Seagrasses, St. Martins Marsh Aquatic Preserves and the Pinellas County Aquatic Preserve together protect the largest contiguous seagrass meadow in the Gulf of Mexico and the largest spring-fed seagrass habitat in the world. (Charlie Shoemaker for The Pew Charitable Trusts)

Thursday, May 19, 2022

FL Officials Open Virtual Public Hearing on New Aquatic Preserve

This afternoon, members of the public will get to have a say on the management plan for the first new aquatic preserve created in Florida in 32 years…

Gov. Ron DeSantis filed a new congressional map ahead of Florida's special session seeking to redraw the state's district lines. (Florida Legislature)
Gov. Ron DeSantis filed a new congressional map ahead of Florida's special session seeking to redraw the state's district lines. (Florida Legislature)
FL GOP's Congressional Redistricting Plan Likely Blocked for Discrimination

The new congressional map - crafted by Gov. Ron DeSantis and approved by the Republican-controlled Florida Legislature last month, scatters more than …

With low back pain as a driver of opioid prescriptions in the United States, health experts recommend avoiding these medications as the initial treatment for pain sufferers. (New Dimensions Chiropractic Center)
With low back pain as a driver of opioid prescriptions in the United States, health experts recommend avoiding these medications as the initial treatment for pain sufferers. (New Dimensions Chiropractic Center)
Health Experts: Mind Your Back When Working From Home

When working from home, you might be tempted to work from the bed, couch or anyplace which may inadvertently lead to slouching or looking down at a …

The American Federation of Teachers launched its
The American Federation of Teachers launched its "Reading Opens the World" literacy campaign to support students, educators and families. (AFT/Jen Chang/Flickr)
Book Bans, Censorship Met with 1M Free Books for Students, Families

As the state of Florida combs through textbooks to ban content with diverse views, a national campaign pledges to deliver a million free books with …

In a new survey, 76% of bachelors'-degree students and 63% of associate-degree students cite emotional stress as a reason they've considered
In a new survey, 76% of bachelors'-degree students and 63% of associate-degree students cite emotional stress as a reason they've considered "stopping out" of school. (Adobe Stock/Daniel Ernst)
Study: Florida’s Black College Students Need More Support

Barriers like financial constraints, family obligations and involvement with the justice system are preventing some Black Floridians from achieving …

A protest led by Democrats including Rep. Angie Nixon of Jacksonville temporarily halted the Florida House's consideration of Gov. Ron DeSantis' congressional map. (Rep. Angie Nixon/Facebook)
A protest led by Democrats including Rep. Angie Nixon of Jacksonville temporarily halted the Florida House's consideration of Gov. Ron DeSantis' congressional map. (Rep. Angie Nixon/Facebook)
DeSantis Wages War Against Anti-Racism, Corporate 'Wokeness'

Gov. Ron DeSantis has been confronting a lot of issues dealing with race and inclusion. The latest is his signing into law his version of Florida's …

Floridians can follow the state's redistricting process via floridaredistricting.gov. (State of Florida)
Floridians can follow the state's redistricting process via floridaredistricting.gov. (State of Florida)
DeSantis Would Cut Florida's Black Representation in Half

Florida's redistricting saga continues Tuesday when lawmakers return to Tallahassee for a special session to essentially give Gov. Ron DeSantis what …

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a new abortion restriction bill that President Joe Biden has called
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a new abortion restriction bill that President Joe Biden has called "a dangerous bill that will severely restrict women's access to reproductive health care."(MedicalPrudence/Pixabay)
'Embattled' FL Abortion-Rights Advocates are Hopeful

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a 15-week abortion ban into law, a major blow to overall abortion access in Southern states where Florida has been a beacon…

While crisis pregnancy centers received tens of millions of dollars in funding from state, local and philanthropic sources in recent years, reproductive-rights issues received just $1.6 million. (JustLife/Adobe Stock)
While crisis pregnancy centers received tens of millions of dollars in funding from state, local and philanthropic sources in recent years, reproductive-rights issues received just $1.6 million. (JustLife/Adobe Stock)
FL Abortion Fund: "Crisis Pregnancy Centers" Use Deceptive Tactics

Florida reproductive-health advocates are urging people to be aware of anti-abortion groups known as "crisis pregnancy centers" that offer pregnancy t…

In a survey from the American Psychological Association, about half of adults report being uneasy when it comes to returning to in-person interactions. (Pixabay)
In a survey from the American Psychological Association, about half of adults report being uneasy when it comes to returning to in-person interactions. (Pixabay)
Ways to Make Going Back to Office Less Stressful

People are being asked to return to the office after working from home due to the waning pandemic, experts say it is completely normal to feel …

The Princeton Gerrymandering Project rated Gov. Ron DeSantis' 2022 congressional map proposal an
The Princeton Gerrymandering Project rated Gov. Ron DeSantis' 2022 congressional map proposal an "F" in the fairness category, citing a "significant Republican advantage." (Adobe Stock)
Governor Vetoes Florida's Court-Approved Redistricting Map

Governor Ron DeSantis has vetoed a new congressional map approved by fellow Republicans, Democrats and the Florida Supreme Court. It is a move …

Florida's
Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill, which Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law on Monday, also gives parents an option to sue a school district if a teacher holds classroom instruction about sexual orientation or gender identity. (Pixabay)
LGBTQ Advocates Plan Legal Challenge to FL 'Don't Say Gay' Bill

Public schoolteachers in Florida are now prohibited from giving classroom instruction about sexual orientation or gender identity after Gov. Ron …

 

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