Weather Service offices covering parts of rural Nebraska no longer monitor weather 24/7
Two National Weather Service offices that cover some rural parts of Nebraska will no longer monitor local weather around-the-clock.
Abortion providers challenge FDA’s remaining mifepristone restrictions in federal court
Abortion pills — and questions over their inherent safety — were back in federal court last Monday.
Montana conservation groups applaud new marijuana tax revenue law
Tax revenue from marijuana sales in Montana will now support a wider variety of conservation projects.
Florida’s fluoride ban sparks concerns over dental health
Florida's new law banning fluoride in public water systems has drawn sharp criticism from dental professionals.
Wisconsin residents say fight against CAFO is a fight for their lives
A group of Pierce County, Wisconsin, residents is awaiting a response to a petition for a contested case hearing.
New California bill would make birth centers available to more low-income families
California lawmakers are considering a bill to ease regulations on birth centers at a time when maternity wards are closing in many counties.
Senator explains how proposed federal budget cuts would impact Arizona
A recent report from the Joint Economic Committee shows more than 300,000 Arizonans would lose health-insurance coverage.
Illinois officials find first instance of West Nile virus, say prepare now
The Illinois Department of Public Health said the first positive test for West Nile virus in 2025 has been detected in Winnebago County.
Tariffs plummet U.S. small business optimism index to early-COVID levels
Optimism among small businesses in the U.S. is hitting lows comparable to early pandemic days, largely due to changing tariff policies.
University of Colorado Boulder offers courses on critical race theory
The CU Boulder offers courses on critical race theory, spoken word Latinx poetry, and the representation of American Indians in U.S. culture.