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Federal inquiry traces payments from Gaetz to women; a new Florida-Puerto Rico partnership poised to transform higher-ed landscape; MT joins Tribes to target Canadian mining pollution; Heart health plummets in rural SD and nationwide; CO working families would pay more under Trump tax proposals.

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Transgender rights in Congress, a historic win for Utah's youngest elected official, scrutiny of Democratic Party leadership, and the economic impact of Trump's tax proposals highlight America's shifting political and social landscape.

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The CDC has a new plan to improve the health of rural Americans, updated data could better prepare folks for flash floods like those that devastated Appalachia, and Native American Tribes could play a key role in the nation's energy future.

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After immigrating to the U.S. many immigrants and their families encounter challenges, including low-paying jobs, language barriers and navigating complex systems. (artiom.photo/Adobe Stock)

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Immigrant families in northwest AR struggle to make ends meet

By Antoinette Grajeda for The Arkansas Advocate.Broadcast version by Freda Ross for Arkansas News Service reporting for The Arkansas Advocate-Winthrop…

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The Buffalo River Watershed Alliance was created to help preserve and protect the scenic beauty and pristine water quality of the Buffalo National River by opposing and preventing the construction and operation of industrial concentrated animal feeding operations within the Buffalo River watershed. (ODell Outside/Adobe Stock)
AR nonprofit works to protect Buffalo National River from contamination

Members of the Buffalo River Watershed Alliance are supporting two moratoriums on concentrated animal feeding operations to be voted on today by the A…

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Approximately 560,000 Arkansas households live below the ALICE threshold of financial survival. (Jacob Lund/Adobe Stock)
More AR families struggle with food insecurity

By Mary Hennigan for The Arkansas Advocate.Broadcast version by Freda Ross for Arkansas News Service reporting for The Arkansas Advocate-Winthrop Rock…

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Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announces a $1 million grant to establish a cybersecurity research and education center at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. (Song_about_summer/Adobe Stock)
UA Little Rock wins grant to expand cybersecurity education

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will use a $1 million grant to create a research and education center for cybersecurity. The Cyberspace …

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Polls will be open on Election Day from 7:30 A.M. to 7:30 P.M. (Alan/Adobe Stock)
Lower early voting numbers in AR compared to 2020

Election officials in Arkansas say fewer people cast early votes in this year's general election than in 2020. They say more people voted early …

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Despite the U.S. economy's ongoing resilience, a Center for Audit Quality survey showed the outlook for the economy over the next year is only neutral, with most audit firms believing a recession is likely on the horizon. (thinglass/Adobe Stock)
Survey: Election outcome will impact AR businesses

A new survey of public company audit firms reveals businesses are concerned the upcoming election could affect their financial performance. The …

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According to the United Way, more Americans are seeking assistance for help with everyday needs. (Syda Productions/Adobe Stock)
Antipoverty community: Poverty line is garbage

Advocates in the antipoverty community said lawmakers are not doing enough to help people escape poverty. They said the inaction is increasing the …

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The open-enrollment period is here. Experts say now is the time to review and update your health insurance plans. (Vitalii Vodolazskyi/Adobe Stock)
Arkansans choose insurance benefits during open-enrollment period

The open enrollment period for Medicare and other health care plans is underway and Arkansans are making their selections for insurance coverage for t…

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Statistics from the ALICE in Arkansas initiative show a significant increase in the number of ALICE households following COVID. (Zadvornov/Adobe Stock)
AR business owners collaborate to help ALICE residents

By Daniel Breen and Josie Lenora for Little Rock Public Radio.Broadcast version by Freda Ross for Arkansas News Service reporting for the Little Rock …

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Rural voters will go to the polls with specific needs in mind. Early voting in Arkansas starts Oct. 21.  (Adobe Stock/Val's World)
Poll: Rural voters in AR want candidates to put workers first

Rural voters in Arkansas and across the U.S. tend to be swing voters and may decide the outcome of this year's presidential election. According to a …

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UA Little Rock students celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month in the Trojan Cafe during the Hispanic/Latin Initiative's Por La Cultura Kickoff event. (Photo Courtesy UA-Little Rock)
UA Little Rock sees growth in Hispanic/Latin Initiative

During this National Hispanic Heritage Month, the University of Arkansas in Little Rock is celebrating an increased enrollment of Hispanic and Latino …

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Around 36% of transgender Arkansans who responded to a survey reported being fired, being denied a <br />promotion or experiencing some other form of mistreatment related to their gender identity or expression. (Krakenimages.com/Adobe Stock)
Transgender Arkansans report discrimination at work

According to experts, a diverse workforce is crucial for creativity and social justice and equally good for a company's bottom line but reluctance to …

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