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Pulling back the curtains on wage-theft enforcement in MN; Trump's latest attack is on RFK, Jr; NM LGBTQ+ equality group endorses 2024 'Rock Star' candidates; Michigan's youth justice reforms: Expanded diversion, no fees.

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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says rebuilding Baltimore's Key Bridge will be challenging and expensive. An Alabama Democrat flips a state legislature seat and former Connecticut senator Joe Lieberman dies at 82.

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Historic wildfires could create housing and health issues for rural Texans, a Kentucky program helps prison parolees start a new life, and descendants of Nicodemus, Kansas celebrate the Black settlers who journeyed across the 1870s plains seeking self-governance.

FL: Disabilities

Dalton (left) and Dawson, together after being adopted in 2017. (Dave Thomas Foundation)
A Florida family's inspiring adoption journey

As siblings in foster care, the fear of being separated is daunting. But thanks to a loving family in Jacksonville, Fla., for two brothers in Ohio…

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The State of Florida encourages the public, especially citizens with disabilities and other special needs, to plan ahead for an emergency situation and know what to do in the event of an emergency. (Pixabay)
Remembering Those with Disabilities Before, During and After the Hurricane

In an appeal to the public as Hurricane Ian barreled toward Florida, an advocate for persons with disabilities urged everyone to consider checking in …

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As a case about Florida election-law changes that went into effect in 2021 is heard in federal court, state lawmakers are advancing even more voting restrictions. (Trimmel Gomes)
FL Lawmakers Double Down on Voting Restrictions

Florida Republicans are proposing yet another sweeping change to state election laws. The new bill would establish an Office of Election Crimes and …

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Founded just before the pandemic, the USA Wheelchair Football League is the first football league of its kind, for adults living with disabilities. (Move United)
Beyond Olympics, USA Wheelchair Football Inspires Adaptive Athletes

TAMPA, Fla. -- Move United's USA Wheelchair Football League is expanding from four cities to nine, including Tampa, to give athletes with …

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At over 93,000 cases, Florida accounts for the highest number of COVID-19 infections in the U.S. among people with disabilities living in congregate settings, according to the Autistic Self-Advocacy Network. (Adobe Stock)
From Vaccines to Healthcare, COVID Amplifies Inequities for Autistic Community

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- April is World Autism Acceptance Month, and groups that advocate for people on the autism spectrum said they want more than …

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While the holidays are a time of gatherings with family and friends, they also can be a source of stress for many seniors. (Pixabay)
Enjoying the Holidays with Seniors

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Holidays can be a wonderful time to reunite adult children and their parents, whether the parents live in their own home…

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The most vulnerable rely most on programs such as Medicaid. (Virginia Carter)
Critics: GOP Health-Care Plan Would Hit Florida's Children Hard

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- An effort is under way to convince lawmakers to become champions for children's health. President Trump has pledged to repeal …

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About 119,000 Florida veterans rely on Medicaid for their health care, according to a new report. (Pippalou/morguefile)
Report Outlines Who in Florida Could Lose Medicaid Coverage

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – While many Floridians honored the sacrifices of military members over the holiday weekend, some also are calling on …

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President Trump's pick for the U.S. Supreme Court, Judge Neil Gorsuch, has a history of ruling against students with disabilities. (WhiteHouse.gov via Wikimedia Commons)
Reports Question if Gorsuch Will Protect Kids With Disabilities

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- According to two new reports, Judge Neil Gorsuch - President Trump's nominee for the Supreme Court - has repeatedly failed to …

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While the national high school graduation rate is around 82 percent, a new study finds Florida lags behind at just 76 percent. (hmm360/morguefile)
Study: Charter, Alternative Schools Account for Most Low Grad-Rate Schools

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Florida falls behind the national high school graduation rate, and the recent proliferation of alternative schools doesn't seem …

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Health advocates say giving drug users access to sterile needles will help fight the spread of HIV. (xenia/morguefile)
Syringe Exchange Soon Could Be Reality in Florida

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - With Florida leading the nation in the number of new HIV cases and facing a growing heroin epidemic, health advocates say a …

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Doctors want Floridians to keep their hearts healthy, and also know how to help others in case of cardiac arrest. (imelenchon/morguefile)
Doctors: Don't Stop Thinking About The Heart

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Valentine's Day may be over, but doctors are urging Floridians to keep focusing on matters of the heart by learning a simple…

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