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Trump’s Crackdown on D.C. Homelessness Targets Black Residents Despite Declining Numbers
The Washington Informer
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August 20, 2025
Washington, D.C., is one of only six places in the United States where homelessness has fallen since 2019. Alongside its neighbor, Maryland, as well as Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Mississippi, and Wyoming, the District posted reductions...
Shaping the Future of D.C.’s Health Workforce
The Washington Informer
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August 20, 2025
As health disparities in the Black community remain severe, and, in some cases, continue to worsen, many wellness experts and advocates note the importance of increasing representation of Black health care providers. For instance, while Black...
State's median household income doubles, but rising costs a challenge
South Dakota News Watch
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August 20, 2025
Melissa Avelino is a data journalism student at Augustana University. In this series, she looks at the changing face of South Dakota using U.S. Census data. South Dakota's median household income more than doubled over the past two decades, from...
State’s median household income doubles, but rising costs a challenge
Black Hills FOX News - South Dakota
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August 20, 2025
(SOUTH DAKOTA NEWS WATCH) - South Dakota’s median household income more than doubled over the past two decades, from $37,618 in 2000 to an estimated $72,421 in 2023, according to U.S. Census data and analysis. “Incomes are rising in the...
Lee advised to brace for Trump's unpredictability at White House summit
The Korea Times
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August 20, 2025
A summit with U.S. President Donald Trump can be tense, not only because of complex policy negotiations but also due to his unpredictable style of diplomacy. Foreign leaders arriving at the White House often find themselves unsettled, as Trump’s...
Harmony again rated as one of nation's top schools
The Porterville Recorder - California
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The beat goes on for Harmony Magnet Academy. The school was again rated as one of the nation's top high schools by U.S. News and World Report in its annual rankings. And again Harmony was ranked as Tulare County's No. 1 school. Harmony has...
She built a sanctuary for monkeys. It’s now a haven for veterans with PTSD
IOL
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Kyle Melnick John Richard barely slept Monday night, kept awake by traumatic memories from his three years in the U.S. Army. He struggled to get out of bed the next morning, so he drove to his recent haven: a monkey sanctuary. There, Louie, a...
Trump thinks owning a piece of Intel would be a good deal for the US. Here's what to know (Business)
Castanet Kamloops
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August 20, 2025
Photo: AP Photo/Terry Chea An Intel sign is shown at the chipmaker's global headquarters in Santa Clara, Calif. on Friday, Aug. 8, 2025. President Donald Trump wants the U.S. government to own a piece of Intel, less than two weeks after demanding...
Why China Is Dunking On The Trump Administration's New TikTok Account
Forbes
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As TikTok fast approaches another potential ban in the U.S., the Chinese government is refusing to let its algorithm be sold. Future Publishing via Getty Images As the Trump administration approaches the end of its third legally dubious extension...
Keri Russell On Her Second Emmy Nomination For ‘The Diplomat’ & The Exhilaration Of Playing A Messy Foreign Ambassador: “It’s The Losing That Is Enjoyable”
Deadline
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August 20, 2025
Keri Russell can’t get enough of the political playground that Debora Cahn has built in Netflix‘s The Diplomat. The actress, who recently earned her second Emmy nomination for her role as U.S. Foreign Ambassador Kate Wyler on the political drama,...
How Bob Ferguson Defends Washington's Immigration Policies
KONA - Washington State
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August 20, 2025
(The Center Square) – Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson is defending the state’s noncitizen workers' protections law despite U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi’s threats of criminal charges against him if the state does not comply with federal immigration...
Ontario government investing $70 million in POWER Centres and Better Jobs Ontario
Manufacturing Automation
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August 20, 2025
Aug. 20, 2025, Hamilton — The Ontario government is delivering on its plan to protect Ontario workers by investing $70 million in expanded training and employment services for those affected by U.S. tariffs and policies. This funding includes...
US government launches campaign to eliminate ineligible Medicaid enrollees: Who will be affected?
MARCA
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August 20, 2025
The U.S. government is working harder than ever to make sure the Medicaid support goes only to people who really need it. They are starting a plan to remove people who cannot provide a verified proof of their legal documents of citizenship and...
Epstein Files Update: Judge Denies Trump's DOJ Request
Newsweek
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August 20, 2025
By Jesus is a Newsweek reporter based in New York. Originally from Bogotá, Colombia, his focus is reporting on politics, current affairs and trending news. He has covered current affairs, healthcare, pop culture, and sports. Jesus joined...
Greenfield officials look to create new economic development area in front of Labcorp’s campus
Daily Reporter - Indiana
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August 20, 2025
The city of Greenfield is looking to obtain 26 acres of land from Labcorp at the intersection of U.S. 40 and Meridian Road, to build a new police station and create a new economic development area. The 6.5 acres that are shaded represent the land...
Homeland Sec. Noem visits NM, says Trump wants border wall painted black NM Gov’s office says move ‘emblematic’ of Trump administration’s ‘cruel’ approach to immigration
KANW - New Mexico
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August 20, 2025
SANTA TERESA — U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced Tuesday that President Donald Trump wants all 600-plus miles of the border barrier with Mexico painted black. The reasons, Noem said, are twofold. First, it will...
Analysis: The not-so-distinct messaging of 2026's candidates
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
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August 20, 2025
This interview originally aired on "In the Moment" on SDPB Radio. Several top political posts in South Dakota are up for grabs next year. That includes the governor's seat and the state's lone U.S. representative in Congress. Our Dakota Political...
Another judge denies DOJ's request to release Epstein grand jury documents
Scripps News
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August 20, 2025
A federal judge in New York has denied the Justice Department’s request to release grand jury records tied to Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking case. U.S. District Judge Richard Berman said prosecutors failed to meet their burden of showing why...
Justice Department Restores Grants to Volunteer Charity for Foster Kids, After Group Rolls Back DEI Discussions
Sacramento Observer - California
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August 20, 2025
Get the latest news! Stay Informed Stay Connected: Subscribe to receive news daily. By Michael Fitzgerald | CalMatters Excerpts from National CASA/GAL Association’s recently revised facilitator guide and volunteer training manual. Earlier this...
Trump Administration Just Went Nuclear on International Criminal Court Officials for Targeting Americans
Townhall
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August 20, 2025
The Trump administration is imposing sanctions on four members of the International Criminal Court (ICC) for targeting Israelis and Americans for prosecution. The ICC last year issued warrants for the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin...