The 47th president’s spending bill is preparing to slash Medicaid, putting millions of Americans at risk of losing health insurance and threatening the survival of rural hospitals that rely on Medicaid reimbursements. Experts warn that the cuts, combined with reductions to Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funding, could leave rural communities less equipped to handle both everyday emergencies and natural disasters.
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More than 20 states sue White House administration over frozen after-school and summer funding
Over 20 states have sued the Trump administration for freezing billions in federally approved funding for after-school and summer programs that serve 1.4 million children, disproportionately affecting low-income and rural communities. As schools prepare to reopen, organizations like the Boys & Girls Club and YMCA warn of potential closures and layoffs if the funds aren’t released within weeks, leaving families with few affordable childcare alternatives.
Posted inENVIRONMENT
Monster storm across the US sparks scores of tornadoes and fire, killing at least 17
By Bruce Shipkowski, Julie Walker and Rebecca Reynolds The Associated Press Violent tornadoes that ripped through parts of the U.S. proved deadly as well as destructive March 15 as whipping winds moved east into the Mississippi Valley and Deep South, with at least 17 people killed and scores of homes decimated. Missouri recorded more fatalities than […]
Posted inU.S. Government
Lawmakers work to protect diversity, equity and inclusion programs despite recent reversal
President Trump’s executive order repealing a landmark order prohibiting government contractors from discriminatory practices has been met with criticism from lawmakers, who hope to roll back the new policy and ensure fairness and opportunity for all.
Posted inHealth
ACA Marketplace enrollment opens with expanded options and subsidies
The Affordable Care Act Marketplace opens its 2025 enrollment season, offering millions the opportunity to secure or adjust health insurance plans, and millions of individuals with pre-existing conditions would lose health insurance if Donald Trump is re-elected.
Posted in2024 Elections
Lawmakers highlight importance of voting in swing states
Swing states in the U.S. are key in the upcoming presidential election, as voters in these states have the power to determine who becomes the next U.S. president and ensure that citizens in other states are not subjected to harsh laws.
Posted in2024 Elections
2024 presidential election on a knife’s edge as early votes pour in
Early voting data has shown a tight race in several battleground states, with Democrats and Republicans splitting the votes, and the looming influence of Project 2025 could have a significant impact on the outcome of the 2024 election.
Posted inPolitics
Early ballots cast as advocates warn of voter suppression and intimidation efforts
VoteRiders and the Fair Elections Center are working to ensure all citizens can exercise their right to vote, while the ACLU warns of potential voter intimidation tactics and the Election Protection hotline is available to report any incidents of voter suppression.
Posted in2024 Elections
Harris urges African-American churchgoers in Georgia to vote and gets an assist from Stevie Wonder
Kamala Harris and Stevie Wonder visited two Atlanta churches to encourage early voting and promote the importance of kindness and lifting people up, while the Rev. Al Sharpton interviewed Harris about her support among Black men.
Posted inNational News
A time to help: Red Cross weighs in on how to aid Southeastern communities recovering from back-to-back hurricanes
The American Red Cross and other organizations are working to provide shelter, food, water, and emotional support to communities affected by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton, while warning against scams and disinformation.
Posted inHealth
Georgia judge overturns 6-week abortion ban
A Fulton County judge has ruled that Georgia’s six-week abortion ban is unconstitutional, allowing abortions up to 22 weeks of pregnancy, while the state’s Attorney General has filed an appeal to the Georgia Supreme Court to reinstate the ban.
Posted inClimate Change
Helene’s floods: Climate change’s new normal
The recent Hurricane Helene caused catastrophic damage in Western North Carolina, disproportionately affecting Black households due to structural racism and climate change, with more intense storms expected in the future.