• “The biggest drag on Virginia’s business ranking is Trump.” — The Washington Post • “Planning kicks off for special election to replace Arlington County treasurer.” — ARLnow • “Virginia Beach restaurant owners push to lower one of the highest meals taxes in the country.” — WTKR • “Western Virginia Water Authority implements water conservation […]
BOISE, Idaho — Suzanne Gallus is a Catholic woman and mother of seven who has been pregnant 12 times, and she’s spent the past year asking residents to sign a petition to help restore access to abortion in one of the most conservative areas of Idaho. At an event on July 2 at the Idaho […]
More than 470 heat-related emergency room visits were reported during last week's Independence Day heat wave, more ER visits in one week than had been recorded for the entire heat season that began in May, according to new data.
Pull out your map of North America. Now, stick pins where the seven remaining World Cup teams stayed and practiced as they prepared for the tournament’s quarterfinal matches. Teams in Boston and Greensboro? Yes, two for the east coast. A couple of squads on the west coast in Washington state and San Diego? True. Plus […]
In early June, top officials from the Trump administration traveled to Ohio to highlight investigations of people suspected of cheating the state’s Medicaid program out of tens of millions of dollars. They didn’t mention the corporations that have huge contracts with the state Medicaid system — even after several have been sued and two were […]
Recent scattered showers were a welcome relief for central North Carolina this week, but a newly released report from the U.S. Drought Monitor finds much of the state remains mired in a seemingly endless drought. According to Thursday’s report, 43.6% of the state is in extreme drought, an 8% increase since last week. Six percent […]
Though Iowa will not be the one to file court action, Gov. Kim Reynolds said she hoped the federal government will appeal a federal judge’s June decision to stop Iowa and other states from implementing restrictions on “unhealthy” purchases through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. The U.S. Department of Agriculture granted Iowa a waiver allowing […]
The number of abortions performed in Nebraska rose 7.8% in 2025, mostly due to an influx of patients from Iowa.
For the second consecutive year, Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport has landed Travel + Leisure magazine’s top honor as the nation’s best airport — scoring higher than its first stop at No. 1 spot. T.F. Green earned a score of 85.16 in the annual rankings, based on reader surveys evaluating airport access, check-in and […]
An Iowa nursing home worker fired for allegedly accepting $15,000 from a resident of the home has been denied unemployment benefits. According to state records, certified nursing assistant and medication aide Gregory Reid worked full time for Grandview Care Center in Oelwein from October 2023 until April 28, 2026, when he was fired. Reid then […]
Anrok reports that most CFOs necessitate human oversight for agentic AI, emphasizing governance frameworks to prevent errors and ensure trust in AI outputs.
The Louisiana Department of Health confirmed 23 cases of Cyclosporiasis infection, a stomach illness caused by a parasite found on contaminated food and water, within the state.
Registered nurses represented by the Michigan Nurses Association at the University of Michigan have reached a tentative three-year contract with Michigan Medicine, averting a planned strike authorization vote. The tentative agreement, announced Thursday by both the union and the university, still must be ratified by members of the MNA-University of Michigan Professional Nurse Council, which […]
The state Supreme Court said a judge can privately look at a sexual assault victim's mental health records, reversing a lower court that previously shut that request down.
For years, rural Alaska communities have struggled with out-of-control dog populations that pose dangers to children, and diseases circulating through wildlife that can spill over into pets and people. And for years, the Alaska Federation of Natives has asked policy makers to help address the situation by extending veterinary services that residents say are desperately […]
A central Iowa teacher was fired and denied unemployment benefits over the alleged treatment of her daughter at a childcare center. State records show that Shelbie Sutton was employed full time as a teacher at Des Moines’ New Horizon Academy childcare center from February 2025 until April 22, 2026, when she was fired. She subsequently […]
Spot & Tango reports that beach safety for dogs requires preparation to avoid hazards like heatstroke, saltwater poisoning, and sand ingestion.
SmartCustomer reports on makeup scams to watch out for this summer, highlighting counterfeit products, AI-generated endorsements, and overhyped claims.
Kivo reports that while new drug shortages in the U.S. have declined, existing shortages are lasting longer, impacting critical medications like injectables.
Culligan reports that concerns over tap water quality are rising as new contaminants like PFAS and microplastics are discovered, prompting increased scrutiny and regulatory attention.
ach vial sitting atop the frosty shelves, aligned in rows like egg cartons on a grocery store shelf, contains up to a hundred mosquitoes sent to the lab from across the state. Scientists can extract information hidden within the mosquitos’ DNA to help stop the spread of diseases to humans and keep infections at bay.
AXE reports that confidence in group settings stems from feeling good in your own skin. Key tips include staying grounded, avoiding validation-seeking, and making others feel seen.
The University of Olivet reports that a college degree can enhance career prospects, with degree holders earning significantly more over their lifetimes compared to those without.
Bodog reports on maximizing scratch-off lottery experiences, highlighting tips like checking odds, the value of lower-priced tickets, and using ticket scanning features.
OpenSea reports that with over 67 million Americans owning cryptocurrency, crypto rewards cards are emerging but require careful consideration and understanding.