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New York City's Police Department Gets a Fresh Start

December 22, 2024

When Jessie Tisch took over as the new Police Commissioner, she faced an immediate challenge: a high-profile shooting in Manhattan. But once the suspect was caught, Tisch turned her attention to some big changes needed within the NYPD. One of her first moves was to send 500 officers back to their r

health

Louisiana's New Vaccine Policy: A Quiet Change

December 20, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, Louisiana's health department has been told not to promote vaccines for flu, COVID-19, and mpox. This shocking policy change was uncovered by several news outlets, including NPR and KFF Health News, after they talked to health department employees who wanted to stay a

education

Biden’s Final Act: More Loan Forgiveness for Public Workers

December 20, 2024

President Joe Biden's administration is wrapping up its student loan relief efforts with a bang. Recently, the Education Department announced they're forgiving federal student loans for another 55, 000 workers. These workers include teachers, nurses, members of the military, law enforcement officers

health

Detecting Combat Brain Injuries: A Comparison of Methods

December 20, 2024

Identifying mild traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in veterans can be tricky. Two different systems, the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) and the LIMBIC-CENC research project, were compared to see how well they found these injuries. The LIMBIC-CENC study uses detailed interviews to find all possib

health

Vagus Nerve Stimulation: A New Hope for Severe Depression

December 20, 2024

Imagine a life changed by a small device. Nick Fournie, now 62, knows this well. His depression journey started 40 years ago, turning his life upside down. Medications caused more harm than good. Then, a nurse suggested vagus nerve stimulation (VNS). This treatment uses electric pulses to stimulate

health

What Matters Most: Users' Preferences for Depression Care

December 19, 2024

People often talk about how digital mental health tools are helpful. But what really matters to those who use them? A recent study dug into that question, focusing on what users think about digital and traditional ways to manage depression. The researchers wanted to know more than just if these too

politics

Texas Immigrants Brace for Unknowns under Trump's Deportation Threats

December 19, 2024

In Texas, undocumented immigrants are grappling with a new wave of uncertainty following Donald Trump's promises to heighten deportations. A long-time activist, who arrived in the United States as a child, is deeply concerned about the future of his family. Texas, home to a substantial undocumented

crime

The FBI Investigates Deputy Mayor's Home in City Hall Bomb Threat Case

December 19, 2024

You might be surprised to learn that the FBI recently searched the home of Brian Williams, the deputy mayor for public safety in Los Angeles. This isn't just any deputy mayor, though. Williams has been working on crucial issues like police hiring and spending for almost two years. But what's the big

politics

Young Mom of Twins Deported While Recovering from Surgery

December 19, 2024

In Texas, a young mother who gave birth to twins through an emergency C-section was deported, leaving her family in shock. The mother, 23-year-old Cristina Geraldyn Salazar-Hinojosa, missed an immigration hearing due to her medical condition. Her tiny newborns and two other children were also captur

technology

Boosting IoV with Smart Roadside Units: A Cost-Reliability Balance

December 19, 2024

Ever thought about how cars talk to each other? The Internet of Vehicles (IoV) makes that happen, giving us real-time info sharing. But to keep this conversation smooth and reliable, especially when not many cars are connected, we need Roadside Units (RSUs). These RSUs help boost IoV’s dependabilit