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The presidential race is a toss-up according to new polling; prominent church leaders work to ignite Black voter power; and a look at how cows can help curb methane emissions.

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Republicans defend their candidate from allegations of fascism, Trump says he'll fire special prosecutor Jack Smith if reelected, and California voters are poised to increase penalties for petty crime.

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Down-ballot races get short shrift in funding from political parties, Minnesota nice means helping high school kids get a head start on future careers, and Oklahoma tribes reverse effects of historic ag consolidation.

According to the American Sheep Industry Association, as of January 2024, there are 5 million sheep in the U.S. Illinois ranks 27th in the nation for sheep production. (Adobe Stock)
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By Kari Lydersen for Energy News Network.Broadcast version by Terri Dee for Illinois News Connection reporting for the Energy News Network-Public News…

According to KFF data, in 2024, Illinois had almost 2.4 million total Medicare beneficiaries. (Adobe Stock)
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Open enrollment for Medicare ends on Dec 7. The federal health insurance program is for anyone aged 65 or older. Some people younger than 65 with …

The League of Women Voters of Illinois said voter suppression tactics include impersonating an election official and spreading false information related to voting machine tabulation. (Adobe Stock)
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This year's Election Day will be one of the most closely watched in history, and one concern of Illinois election officials is safety at polling …

The Indiana University PPI report explores the loss of public trust in institutions and the impact on the future of the nation's democratic system. (Adobe Stock)
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Friday, October 25, 2024
Indiana voters have a new resource for making informed choices in the upcoming election. The Indiana University Public Policy Institute has released …

Abbey Hall, the daughter of a former Delaware County Sheriff, said the experience of having to cross state lines for medical care made her feel like a fugitive. (Adobe stock)
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Thursday, October 24, 2024
A Carmel, Ind., mother of two is sharing a very personal story hoping it affects Hoosiers ahead of Election Day. Abbey Hall was forced to travel to …

The Indiana Youth Institute reports one of the biggest challenges to improving youth mental health in Indiana is the persistence of barriers to accessing care. (Adobe stock)
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Indiana's youth are facing a growing mental health crisis, and officials say urgent action is needed. Nearly half of high school students in the …

Officials in small Iowa towns held a listening session with federal officials to better understand the process for accessing federal funding. (Adobe Stock)
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Leaders in Iowa's small towns sometimes express frustration when trying to get help from the federal government. Local and federal officials met …

Alex Watters works at Morningside University in Sioux City, Iowa. He says he's had to turn down promotions and other opportunities to keep his income below the threshold that allows him to receive benefits as a quadriplegic. (Alex Watters/IDDC)
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State data show more Iowans with disabilities are employed. And advocates with the Iowa Developmental Disabilities Council point out that - during …

A rest stop along Interstate 80 near Adair, Iowa, was one of the first in the state to include an adult-size changing table. (Tony Leys/KFF Health News)
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By Tony Leys for KFF Health News.Broadcast version by Mark Moran for Big Sky Connection reporting for the KFF Health News-Public News Service Collabor…

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Experts say Medicare Advantage plans often provide types of coverage original Medicare does not but they advise seniors to check individual plans to see what they offer. (Adobe Stock)
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Friday, October 25, 2024
Advocates are encouraging Kansas seniors to review their health care needs during Medicare's open enrollment period, which is underway now through …

More than 22% of pregnancy-related deaths in the U.S. are from causes related to mental health and substance use, including suicide and drug overdoses, according to the Substance Use and Mental Health Services Administration. (Adobe Stock)
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One in five people giving birth experience pregnancy-related mental health conditions and medical professionals are trying to help Kansas moms catch s…

In 2022, officials blamed a heatwave for killing thousands of cattle in southwest Kansas. (JackieDavies/AdobeStock)
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A heat wave is forecast for Kansas and health professionals said residents should be aware of options to get help, including local physicians who …

Most healthcare plans cover preventive care, such as wellness visits and screenings, at no extra cost. (Talia Mdlungu/peopleimages.com/Adobe Stock)
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Open enrollment time is here - a brief window for Michiganders and folks nationwide to update their health insurance choices. Healthcare experts …

To qualify for in-state tuition through the Native American Tuition Advantage Program, MSU students must meet at least one of several criteria, including providing a Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood, a photocopy of a Tribal ID, and a letter of Tribal Certification or proof of citizenship. (Jorge Ferreiro/Adobe Stock)
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Michigan State University has launched a new program to expand educational opportunities for Native American students across the country. The Native …

Michigan, with 15 Electoral College votes and a highly competitive U.S. Senate race, could be a deciding factor in who becomes president and influence the balance of power in the Senate. <br />(VK Studio/Adobe Stock)
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A new AARP survey reveals the key issues driving Michigan seniors as the countdown to the election hits 20 days. The results show a neck-and-neck …

A home in Virginia, Minn., displays signs for both candidates in a closely watched legislative race, along with other DFL candidates. In recent years, Republicans could finally envision taking the House 7B seat, a possibility that a decade ago seemed unthinkable. (Photo courtesy of Jerry Burnes)
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Friday, October 25, 2024
By Jerry Burnes for MinnPost.Broadcast version by Mike Moen for Minnesota News Connection reporting for the Rural News Network-Public News Service Col…

According to federal data, Minnesota is home to 1,141,334 Medicare beneficiaries. (Adobe Stock)
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Medicare open enrollment is underway and it is the time of year when other public health coverage programs and employer-sponsored plans carry out thei…

Early voting in Minnesota began in late September. And if you're heading to the polls soon, officials remind people worried about their voter registration status to bring along a current billing statement to help update your registration on the spot. (Adobe Stock)
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More than 3.6 million Minnesotans are registered to vote this fall. But if you're worried that something will get you turned away at the polls…

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A 2021 study found that social isolation and loneliness may increase cardiovascular disease risk by 29% in post-menopausal women. (Rido/Adobe Stock)
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Research shows menopause can impact heart health, and the American Heart Association in Missouri is urging women to stay informed and take preventive …

Metropolitan Congregations United aims to engage the entire state of Missouri on air quality issues and unite scientists and church leaders for change. (Carlos Santa Maria/Adobe Stock)
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By Rebecca Randall for Sojourners.Broadcast version by Chrystal Blair for Missouri News Service for the Solutions Journalism Network-Public News Servi…

A study by the Missouri Budget Project found the majority of Missourians who would be affected by boosting the minimum wage are adults over age 20, and more workers age 55 and older would be affected than teens. (Adobe Stock)
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A new study by the Missouri Budget Project calls out some opposing views to the ballot measure known as Proposition A and included data to debunk them…

For 2024, Medicare changed its prescription drug programs to capped at $2000 in annual out-of-pocket expenses. (Adobe Stock)
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Friday, October 25, 2024
Experts are encouraging Nebraska seniors and others to review their health care needs during open enrollment season. Medicare's open enrollment is …

A law enshrined in Nebraska's 1875 Constitution has been overturned, restoring the rights of Nebraskans with a felony conviction to register and vote. (Adobe Stock)
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The state Supreme Court has upheld a law giving Nebraskans with prior felony convictions the right to vote once they have completed their sentence…

A 2024 North Dakota State article about China's tendency to respond to trade tariffs with "retaliatory tariffs," points to the impact "significant retaliatory tariffs" had on American agriculture in 2018-2019. (Cavan/Adobe Stock)
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Agriculture is the single largest industry in Nebraska and one that different administrations can impact differently. When Nebraska Farmers Union …

According to legal assistance groups, there are no Native Americans serving in the North Dakota state Senate for the first time in three decades. They blame political boundaries updated by the Legislature in 2021, resulting in a lawsuit and a new court-ordered map. (Adobe Stock)
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Friday, October 25, 2024
Oral arguments were heard this week in a legal fight over redistricting outcomes for North Dakota tribal lands. About a year ago, North Dakota was …

Civil rights experts said for newly naturalized Americans voting for the first time, the process can be intimidating, prompting calls for outreach so everyone knows their rights when casting a ballot. (Adobe Stock)
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Thursday, October 24, 2024
Early in-person voting kicked off this week in certain North Dakota counties and whether it is now or on Election Day, voters are reminded to head to …

According to federal data, North Dakota is home to 146,837 total Medicare beneficiaries. (Adobe Stock)
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Medicare open enrollment is underway, and North Dakota seniors are encouraged to weigh the various plans. Advisors said it is important to consider …

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In 2022, nearly 15,000 children in Ohio were in out-of-home care, with about 8,500 in foster homes, 4,000 with relatives or family friends, and others in residential or alternative placements. More than 3,400 children are waiting to be adopted. (Social media is shaping the 2024 presidential race like never before, especially among young voters in Ohio./Adobe Stock)
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Friday, October 25, 2024
The growing crisis in Ohio's child welfare system is drawing attention, particularly for its impact on children's mental health. Across the state…

Nearly 67,000 schools participate in Farm-to-School programs through the U.S. Department of Agriculture. (Monkey Business/Adobe Stock)
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Thursday, October 24, 2024
This October, Ohio schools are celebrating National Farm to School Month by serving local produce in their meals. The U.S. Department of Agriculture …

At 16 months of age, Lexi Badenhop's team of physicians say she is hitting milestones she might have missed without fetal surgery for spina bifida. (Nationwide Children's Hospital)
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October marks Spina Bifida Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about a birth defect that affects one in 2,000 births in the United …

According to KFF, 17.7% of South Dakota adults report having medical debt at some time between 2019 and 2021, which is more than twice the U.S. average rate of 8.6%.  (Adobe Stock)
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Navigators in South Dakota are on call to help people seeking health insurance during open enrollment. Open enrollment is the time for people to sign …

More than 55% of agricultural lands in South Dakota, or 24 million acres, are dedicated to animal production, according to the Governor's Office of Economic Development. (Adobe Stock)
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Since 1964, per capita meat consumption has doubled and environmental advocates cautioned it is unsustainable. And there are more billionaires…

Director of the South Dakota School Safety Program, Brett Garland, says state law enforcement has reminded K-12 schools and the public that specific threats, whether made directly or on social media, "will be investigated and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law." (Adobe Stock)
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Following a Georgia high school shooting in early September, there's been a surge in school threats across the country. In South Dakota, safety …

Critics of Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations said the manure from sites is often kept in open-air lagoons, where it is stored until it is sprayed to fertilize farm fields. Any excess manure not soaked up by crops or grasses ends up in aquifers and waterways. (Adobe Stock)
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Thursday, October 24, 2024
By Nina Elkadi for Sentient.Broadcast version by Mike Moen for Wisconsin News Connection reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service Collaboration …

According to federal data, Wisconsin is home to 1,263,841 Medicare enrollees. (Adobe Stock)
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Medicare open enrollment is underway and it is also the time of year when other public health coverage programs and employer-sponsored plans carry out…

During the 2022-2023 school year, 289 charter schools opened in the U.S. and in the same time period, 163 closed. (Adobe Stock)
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Wisconsin has one of the higher closure rates in the U.S. for charter schools, according to a new report, which lays out the challenges of staying …

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