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Trump's pick to lead DEA withdraws from consideration; Report: NYS hospitals' operating margins impact patient care; Summit County, CO aims to remain economically viable in warming climate; SD Gov. sets aside 2026 budget funds for new education savings accounts.

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GOP Senators voice reservations about Kash Patel, Trump's FBI pick. President Biden continues to face scrutiny over pardoning his son. And GOP House members gear up for tough budget fights, possibly targeting important programs.

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Residents in Colorado's rural communities face challenges to recycling, climate change and Oregon's megadrought are worrying firefighters, and a farm advocacy group says corporate greed is behind high food prices in Montana.

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Ohio Medicaid recipients are encouraged to update their contact information to avoid losing coverage, as recent changes may require recipients to renew or transition to Marketplace plans. (syahrir/Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Free, unbiased health insurance help available for Ohioans

Ohioans have until Jan. 15 to sign up for health insurance coverage during the open enrollment period. Programs like Get Covered Ohio are available …

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In 2023, the highest-cost 10 drugs comprised about one-third of the total disbursements within the 340B Drug Pricing Program. (Azee Jacobs/Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

TN health centers voice concerns about future of low-cost drug program

Access to reduced-price medication is vital for many low-income rural Tennesseans and the clinics serving them are concerned about potential cuts to a…

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According to an EPA report, locations tested across the country had more than one PFAS chemical in their drinking water. (samopauser/Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

TX Sierra Club warns about possible changes to water standards

The most current study from the Environmental Protection Agency estimated more than 143 million Americans are at risk of drinking water tainted with P…

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Years of underinvestment by the federal government, coupled with a massive increase in gun sales nationwide, have sharply limited the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives' capacity to enforce its own regulations, gun safety advocates said. (Roman/Adobe Stock)

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Report: Lax oversight of OR gun dealers fuels shootings, homicides

Nearly 40% of guns used in Oregon homicides are illegally trafficked through legal gun dealers and another 30% are stolen from them, according to new …

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Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Arizona utility regulators could vote to change rulemaking

Arizona ratepayers could end up paying more for utilities if state regulators decide to change the ratemaking process. The Arizona Corporation …

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The internet remains the top destination for holiday shoppers in 2024, with 57% of consumers planning to make their purchases online, according to the National Retail Federation. The American Alliance for Manufacturing encouraged shoppers to buy products with the label,

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

More NH shoppers seek 'Made in America' holiday gifts

A majority of Americans say they'd like to buy American-made goods but it is not as easy as it sounds. A new poll from the Alliance for American …

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One in five purchases is expected to be made through Shein, Temu, TikTok, and other Chinese shopping apps this holiday season, according to a poll from the American Alliance for Manufacturing. (Adobe Stock)

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Utah shoppers could struggle finding 'Made in America' gifts this season

Rep. John Curtis, R-Utah, went after the popular and affordable Chinese e-commerce company called Temu earlier this year for its failure to comply …

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In 2022, the International Union for Conservation of Nature added monarch butterflies to its Red List of Threatened Species, highlighting the significant decline in their populations because of habitat loss, climate change and pesticide use. (Adobe Stock)

Monday, December 2, 2024

Monarch butterflies may join federal Endangered Species List

Monarch butterflies could soon be added to the federal Endangered Species list, with a decision expected by year's end. Eastern monarchs, which …

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Balancing college expenses, and going through the student aid application process, is often viewed as a daunting task for most households. Backers of Minnesota's new free tuition program hope it removes a lot of stress for eligible households. (Freepik)

Monday, December 2, 2024

MN's free college tuition program gets early assessment

The first semester for Minnesota college students is winding down. Supporters of the state's new free tuition program - which assists low-income …

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From Sept. 1, 2023, to Sept. 23, 2024, influencers with more than 16 million combined total followers and subscribers made 183 total posts sharing climate and meat misinformation, nabbing 23.555 million views and 1,048,902 shares and likes, according to Climate Action Against Disinformation. (Adobe Stock)

Monday, December 2, 2024

Report: Right-wing influencers push meat, misinformation

By Jessica Scott-Reid for Sentient.Broadcast version by Kathryn Carley for Maine News Service reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service Collabora…

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Jobs in community and social services fields are expected to grow by nearly 8% over the next 10 years, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (Adobe Stock)<br />

Monday, December 2, 2024

Continuing education opportunities for KY’s social and health workers

Medicaid renewals and steps the state is taking to improve maternal health are all topics experts will cover at the upcoming Kentucky Voices for Healt…

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Medical site Medline Plus indicates Metformin helps people with diabetes control the amount of sugar (or glucose) in their blood. It decreases the amount of glucose absorbed from food and increases the body's response to insulin. (Adobe Stock)

Monday, December 2, 2024

Diabetes drug could help IN residents ease COVID symptoms

The aftermath of COVID-19 infections has left many with unexplainable fatigue or memory loss. A new study reveals a prescription used for another …

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