LINCOLN — Federal officials have approved a temporary exemption from new Medicaid work requirements to Dawson County — home of the now-shuttered Tyson Foods plant that ended about 3,000 jobs. Gov. Jim Pillen last month announced that he directed the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services to seek the temporary hardship exemption for the […] more

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A large majority of Coloradans reported that the cost of housing, healthcare and everyday expenses are serious challenges, according to a newly released survey from the Colorado Health Foundation. The organization’s seventh annual Pulse poll measured people’s attitudes on various concerns in the state. Respondents pointed to government, the cost of living and housing affordability […] more

Health officials in Monongalia County are recommending that outdoor pools close and camps and daycare facilities keep children inside while air there remains “very unhealthy” due to wildfire smoke from Canada.  Monongalia County is under an air quality advisory as the air remains at a 244 on the air quality index, according to a news […] more

As a sepia-toned haze continues to blanket communities throughout Michigan, some government offices, local businesses and event hosts are closing up shop, as state officials urge residents to limit their time outdoors due to hazardous air quality. Smoke from Canadian wildfires has worsened air quality across the Great Lakes region, with the Michigan Department of […] more

SoFi reports that over 61% of medical professionals carry student loan debt exceeding $100,000, with many seeking refinancing to lower interest rates and costs. more

XbotGo reports AI is revolutionizing soccer, enhancing talent discovery and training through automated tracking, analytics, and accessibility for all players. more

(BPT) - Key takeawaysAs America celebrates 250 years of freedom, it's time to honor the veterans, service members, and their loved ones who have made it possible.Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) … more

RJ Nautical reports that regular maintenance is vital for extending boat engine life, preventing costly repairs, and ensuring boating safety. more

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is advising people not to eat shredded iceberg lettuce at Taco Bell locations in West Virginia and four other states after it’s been linked to a multistate outbreak of cyclospora, a parasite that causes diarrhea. So far, 1,644 people in five states have gotten sick due to […] more