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Gun-related injuries on the rise among Colorado children; Biden tells Morehouse graduates, that scenes in Gaza break his heart, too; Justice Dept. launches investigation into KY youth detention centers; MT marijuana revenue veto override fails as critics claim 'judicial overreach.'

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The GOP House votes to hold Attorney General Garland in contempt of Congress, Donald Trump again accuses Joe Biden of being on drugs, and many veterans say restrictive voter ID laws erode the democracy they fought for.

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Americans are buying up rubber ducks ahead of Memorial Day, Nebraskans who want residential solar have a new lifeline, seven community colleges are working to provide students with a better experience, and Mississippi's "Big Muddy" gets restoration help.

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Parents press for online child safety reforms amid Congressional reform

Massachusetts parents of children harmed by social media platforms are calling on Congress to advance the bipartisan "Kids Online Safety Act." The bi…

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Veterans and service members in New Hampshire said legislation to create one of the nation's strictest voter ID laws would be a betrayal of their sacr…

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The U.S. Justice Department is launching an investigation into reports of physical and sexual abuse at Kentucky's eight youth detention centers - …

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Montana constitutional experts say the state Supreme Court did the right thing by providing lawmakers a chance to override the governor's veto of a po…

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Social Issues   Monday, May 20, 2024

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New Yorkers could benefit from a new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule. It caps credit card late fees at $8, or - at the credit card …


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As this year's primary approaches, supporters of a voter initiative in Idaho hope future primaries will look different. Idaho's primaries are being …


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Wyoming is known for its wild landscapes, cowboy culture, and natural resources. Some are hoping to add the arts to that list. When ranked by the …


Health and Wellness   Monday, May 20, 2024

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Advocates say victims of rape by a spouse can now seek justice - under a new law closing a loophole that did not punish rape and sexual battery cases…

Environment   Monday, May 20, 2024

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A central Indiana university has taken the initiative to address environmental challenges on campus and in the nearby community. Surveys conducted …

Social Issues   Monday, May 20, 2024

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Crossing guards see a lot of kids who could use some new duds. But for the second year, the "Seats and Feets" Albuquerque clothing drive is …

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The latest state tax cuts are expected to cost Iowa more than $2 billion in revenue over the next two years. Advocates for tax fairness argued …

Social Issues   Monday, May 20, 2024

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Washington state is investing in bringing high-speed internet to more people in rural areas. The Washington State Public Works Board has approved $20…


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IL juvenile justice group says lawsuit addresses years of abuse play audio

A lawsuit filed this month against the Illinois Departments of Corrections and Juvenile Justice might help tip the scales for legislation pending in S…

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Health and Wellness   Monday, May 20, 2024

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By Jazmin Orozco Rodriguez for KFF Health News.Broadcast version by Alex Gonzalez for Arizona News Connection reporting for the KFF Health News-Public…

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For Older Americans Month, AARP Virginia is hosting an event today about family caregivers. Virginia caregivers provided $14 billion of unpaid care …

Health and Wellness   Friday, May 17, 2024

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Environment   Friday, May 17, 2024

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Missouri homes and businesses have installed enough solar energy to power 68,000 homes each year. A new report released by the Solar Energy …

Social Issues   Friday, May 17, 2024

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Workforce watchers project the country could face critical worker shortages in many of the skilled trades in coming years. The Nebraska Winnebago …


Environment   Friday, May 17, 2024

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A new rule from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission could improve Virginia's electric grid transmission capacity. It requires utilities and …


Environment   Monday, May 20, 2024

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Social Issues   Monday, May 20, 2024

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Firearm-related injuries in Colorado hit a peak in 2022, with over 7,000 health care claims and at a cost of $8.4 million, according to a new …

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A Minnesota community college serving rural students is getting a lift as it works to bring more innovation to its campus. The school was selected …


Environment   Monday, May 20, 2024

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In the future, clean energy projects in Minnesota might come together more quickly, since state lawmakers have advanced a permitting reform measure…

 

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