The number of children locked behind bars in Alabama has declined, but their advocates said more needs to be done to create alternatives to …
In rural Alabama, where hurricanes and tornadoes are a constant threat, communities often struggle with damage and limited resources for extended …
In recent years, Alabama has faced a critical need for Medicaid expansion due to ongoing struggles with the state's health care system. …
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
In rural Arkansas, access to healthcare can be a distant dream - literally - as almost 60 counties in the state do not have enough providers to serve …
It is National Voter Registration Day. Ahead of the municipal election on November 14th, there is an urgent push for voter registration in the …
Across the country and in Arkansas, some day care providers face the threat of closure when federal government aid initiated during the pandemic …
Friday, September 29, 2023
The so-called conservative "hostile takeover" of a small, progressive liberal arts college in Florida is seeing some resistance from former students …
When it comes to open enrollment and navigating the many health care options, experts say starting your research sooner rather than later is the best …
If applying for college was not so difficult, maybe more people would enroll, which is the premise of a new challenge to states and universities…
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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
It is almost time to select health insurance for the coming year in Georgia. Open enrollment dates are a little different depending on your type of …
Georgia's young people could shift the political landscape of the state in the near future. New data from the Brookings Institution indicates that …
Rural areas in Georgia are looking for ways to strengthen their communities with policies that address the climate crisis, infrastructure, and …
Friday, September 29, 2023
A lack of housing options, mental-health challenges and a lack of connections and support have combined to drive an uptick in the number of foster …
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Kentuckians continue to be charged, jailed and fined for cannabis-related offenses at high rates, despite dramatic shifts in public opinion, …
The number of children behind bars in Kentucky has declined significantly in recent years, but their advocates said more work could be done to create …
Advocates are calling for catch limits and a buffer zone to protect menhaden in the Gulf of Mexico. Menhaden, known in Louisiana as pogies, are small …
A new annual report finds Louisiana has stagnated on measures to improve children's well-being. The Kids Count Data Book from the Annie E. Casey …
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Thursday, September 28, 2023
Ahead of the general election on November 7, there is an urgent push for voter education in the Magnolia State.
In 2020, more than 1.9 million …
The number of children behind bars in Mississippi has declined significantly in recent years, but their advocates say more work could be done to …
The prevalence of Type 2 diabetes is on the rise in Mississippi. About one in seven Mississippians lives with diabetes. Jernard A. Wells, cookbook …
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Advocates are drawing attention to systemic racism in farming across North Carolina and the nation.
The National Farm Worker Ministry is hosting its …
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
It is almost time to select health insurance for the coming year in North Carolina, which means starting your research now and getting acquainted …
The number of children behind bars in North Carolina has declined significantly in recent years, but their advocates said more work could be done to …
In celebration of Juneteenth, one South Carolina organization is shining a spotlight on health equity for all communities - and showcasing their …
A new annual report finds South Carolina could be doing better to support children's health. The Annie E. Casey Foundation's latest Kids Count Data …
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Most of the news about the automotive industry this month is focused on the United Auto Workers' strike against the Big Three automakers, but the …
The open enrollment period to purchase health insurance through the federal marketplace begins Nov. 1, and experts urge consumers to do some research …
In Tennessee, a pregnancy shouldn't be fatal - but Black women are three times more likely to die than white women from pregnancy-related causes…
Friday, September 29, 2023
A new report finds Virginia's long-term care facilities need improvement to better serve their residents.
AARP's Long-Term Care Services and …
Virginia environmental advocates are looking for protections of old-growth forests. In 2022, President Joe Biden issued an executive order to have …
Advocates for affordable housing in Virginia are holding a forum today for Richmond region candidates to speak with local residents about the state's …
Friday, September 29, 2023
West Virginia's contracts with Aramark Correctional Services have come under scrutiny after a lawsuit brought by incarcerated residents, alleging …
The number of children behind bars in West Virginia has declined significantly in recent years, but their advocates said more work could be done to …
A group of West Virginia Democratic delegates is calling for a special session to address West Virginia University's budget shortfall. Del. Evan …
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