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Key directives in Trump DEI executive order for government, private sector; Syringe exchange fears hobble fight against West Virginia HIV outbreak; Once-in-a-lifetime snowstorm hits Gulf Coast, with record-breaking snowfall in Florida; New report: Enbridge's Line 5 plan costly, flawed; NJ spending on student mental health is up, challenges remain.

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Trump pardons Jan. 6th rioters, including those convicted of violent crimes, Democrat-led states challenge his executive order to end birthright citizenship, and federal employees warn against moves to privatize government services.

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Winter blues? Alaskans cure theirs at the Cordova Iceworm Festival, Trump's energy plans will impact rural folks, legislation in Virginia aims to ensure rural communities get adequate EV charging stations, and a retreat for BIPOC women earns rave reviews.

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Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Worker's coalition aims to address climate emergency, economic inequality

As President Donald Trump abandons a promise the U.S. made in Paris nearly a decade ago, organized workers across Colorado are joining forces to …

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Wednesday, January 22, 2025

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ADDITION: Comments by Enbridge, received after deadline, have been added. (10:10 a.m. MST, Jan. 22, 2025) A new report says Enbridge's plan to build …

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

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Minnesotans have until next Tuesday to offer their thoughts on the state's next Climate Action Framework. Those tasked with protecting a distinct …

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Indiana lawmakers are moving forward with plans to expand the state's Lifeline Law, which protects those seeking emergency help in alcohol-related …

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Social Issues   Wednesday, January 22, 2025

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More than half of all renters in Oregon and a third of homeowners experience a housing cost burden, according to new research. Housing advocates say …


Health and Wellness   Wednesday, January 22, 2025

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While New Jersey has made gains in K-through-12 mental health support, advocates said the state needs to do more. In recent years New Jersey has …


Environment   Wednesday, January 22, 2025

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Dams on the lower Snake River in Washington state are losing water to evaporation at a rapid rate, according to a new study. The reservoirs created …


Environment   Wednesday, January 22, 2025

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Larger livestock operations can be a thorny issue in rural areas and South Dakota lawmakers are proposing restricting feedlot details with more commun…

Health and Wellness   Wednesday, January 22, 2025

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By Taylor Sisk for KFF Health News.Broadcast version by Nadia Ramlagan for West Virginia News Service reporting for the KFF Health News-Public News Se…

Environment   Tuesday, January 21, 2025

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By Seth Millstein for Sentient.Broadcast version by Suzanne Potter for California News Service reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service Collabor…

Social Issues   Tuesday, January 21, 2025

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Finding appropriate placements for youths entering Ohio's child welfare system has become increasingly difficult. Rachel Reedy, outreach and member …

Health and Wellness   Tuesday, January 21, 2025

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The Medicaid and CHIP programs are vital to rural Missouri, according to a report that says reliance on this safety-net health coverage is much …


Tuesday, January 21, 2025

MA company ends production of genetically modified Atlantic salmon play audio

Conservation groups are celebrating the end of a Massachusetts-based biotech company's pursuit of bringing genetically altered Atlantic salmon to mark…

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Health and Wellness   Tuesday, January 21, 2025

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More than 1 million Coloradans are living with a diagnosed mental health condition but insurance companies are denying coverage for care their policie…

Health and Wellness   Tuesday, January 21, 2025

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This month is National Blood Donor Month, and blood donor groups are making sure people know the importance of giving blood. Blood can't be …

Environment   Tuesday, January 21, 2025

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Social Issues   Tuesday, January 21, 2025

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The Service Employees International Union is joining the AFL-CIO, a move both groups said will make it easier for more workers to unionize. SEIU is …

Social Issues   Tuesday, January 21, 2025

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Increasing housing options for the state's seniors is at the top of AARP Iowa's priority list for the new legislative session and the group is pushing…


Social Issues   Tuesday, January 21, 2025

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Indiana lawmakers are advancing a measure focused on parental rights. Senate Bill 143 has passed the Senate Judiciary Committee with a 9-2 vote…


Social Issues   Wednesday, January 22, 2025

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Social Issues   Wednesday, January 22, 2025

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Health and Wellness   Wednesday, January 22, 2025

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Advocates said the kids aren't all right and want to tackle the youth mental health crisis head on in schools. A study of Maryland's youth mental …

Social Issues   Wednesday, January 22, 2025

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By Laura Aka for WorkingNation.Broadcast version by Judith Ruiz-Branch for Illinois News Connection reporting for the WorkingNation-Public News Servic…


Social Issues   Wednesday, January 22, 2025

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University of North Texas students are participating in the national Inside Out Prison Exchange program. In its third year at the college, the …

 

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