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Florida Faces Big Health Coverage Drop, Hispanics Hit Hard

May 27, 2026

A new study shows that by 2034 about 16 million Americans could lose health insurance because federal aid ends and rules change. Florida is likely to be one of the worst affected states, with a sharp rise in people who do not have coverage. The city’s free health clinic, the Caridad Center in Boynto

opinion

Utah Leads the Pack in Budget Resilience

May 26, 2026

The United States is running a high‑spending budget that will soon strain the national economy. While this is well known, fewer people realize how it affects state budgets and the everyday lives of residents. State workers, students, and Medicaid patients all feel the impact when federal money shrin

politics

Alaska’s Baby‑Care Program Gets a Boost

May 26, 2026

A new law will give more money to Alaska’s Infant Learning Program, a free service that helps babies with developmental delays. The bill was approved by both houses of the state legislature and now waits for the governor’s signature. The program, run by 15 providers across the state, offers therapy

politics

Louisiana’s Budget Cuts Spark Debate Over School Funding and Teacher Pay

May 23, 2026

Louisiana lawmakers had to tighten their belts after state revenue forecasts dropped sharply. The cuts followed a $112 million reduction in projected earnings for this year and another $104 million next year, forcing tough choices in the budget. One big loss? Nearly $75 million that was supposed to

politics

Road Safety Reboot: New Tech to Stop Wrong‑Way Drivers

May 22, 2026

The Massachusetts Senate recently approved a plan that will boost the state’s wrong‑way detection system, after a fatal crash involving a state trooper. The incident happened early on May 6 when Trooper Kevin Trainor, who had just finished a shift, responded to a call about a Jeep driving south i

crime

Crackdown on Minnesota health care scams: Over $90 million in taxpayer funds misused

May 22, 2026

Across Minnesota, 15 individuals now face serious charges after allegedly diverting more than $90 million in public health care funds. Federal authorities say the fraud unfolded through multiple programs meant to support people with disabilities, children needing autism care, and families struggling

art

Festival Lights and Art: A Weekend of Makers in Northampton

May 21, 2026

The summer’s first big arts event arrives in Northampton this Memorial Day weekend, bringing more than 200 creators together under one roof. Visitors can wander through booths that showcase furniture, jewelry, glass art, garden sculptures, ceramics, fashion pieces, and paintings. The three‑day show

politics

Threats Against Norwich Mayor Spark State‑Wide Rejection

May 20, 2026

In late December, a new face stepped into Norwich’s mayoral office. Swarnjit Singh, the city’s first Sikh leader, promised to focus on jobs and community growth. His background as a real‑estate entrepreneur and long‑time city council member made his election feel like a milestone for diversity in Co

politics

Energy Projects Get a Boost When Permits Are Clear

May 20, 2026

Energy projects across the United States can move faster if the rules for getting permits are made simpler and more reliable. Even when politics is heated, many lawmakers agree that better permitting would help build new power plants and offshore wind farms. If the current Congress acts before its t

crime

The Long Shadow of a Cold Case

May 20, 2026

In 1986, a young woman’s life was cut short in Virginia Beach, leaving behind a family, friends, and an unsolved mystery. Roberta Walls, just 22, worked at a nearby library and vanished after a night out with friends. Her body was found the next morning behind an elementary school, a place where chi