Columbus, OH

Virginia State

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Why do some Black male diabetics ditch their medication?. This morning, I was told of yet another African American male in Southwest Virginia who passed away after he stopped taking his Type 2 Diabetes medication. The first time I heard this story was several decades ago and the young man was in his 20s. So it's not just males in later life who are giving up.

Something is causing Black males in Virginia to stop taking their Type 2 Diabetes medications

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The Biden administration declared on Wednesday that it will cancel an additional $7.7 billion in student loans for 160,000 Americans. Qualified borrowers have been made eligible through repayment programs like the administration's SAVE Plan, or the Public Student Loan Forgiveness plan for which supports public service workers, according to CNN.

Biden Administration cancels another $7.7 billion in student debt relief

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Astrology can provide insights into various personality traits within their zodiac signs. This includes those that might make someone appear mean or harsh. While every sign has its positive and negative aspects, some signs are known for their more unforgiving nature.

3 Zodiac Signs That Are the Meanest

Nashville, TN

Murray, KY

The Murray Sentinel

MURRAY – A Murray couple was arrested last week after two juveniles in their care were admitted to Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee, for severe weight loss with supporting evidence of malnutrition and physical abuse.

Foster parents arrested after children found to be extremely malnourished

Bridgewater, MA

Morristown Minute

Supreme Court Asked To Consider Whether Parents Can Record IEP Meetings. Appeals Court Decision Challenges Public Recording Rights in Private Settings. In a significant legal decision emanating from Massachusetts, the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit has ruled against Scott and Roxanne Pitta, parents who sought to record a Google Meet IEP (Individualized Education Plan) meeting for their child with the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District. The court's January 4, 2024, decision marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing debate over First Amendment rights in settings that are not unequivocally public.

Parents Denied Right to Record IEP Meeting in First Amendment Case

Parris Island, SC

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Marine Corps privates Jamil Winston Jr. and JuliMarie Winston are married Marines. The husband and wife have proved that the couple that trains together can stay together. Both graduated on May 17th from boot camp at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, just in time for their first wedding anniversary coming up in June.

Married Marines graduate from Parris Island together

(Family Features) Stroke can happen to anyone – it happens to more than 800,000 people every year in the United States. Knowing the signs of stroke and how to prevent it can help protect you or your loved ones from disabilities caused by stroke.

Knowing the Signs of Stroke

Loving someone is easy and it's in your power but getting the same love back is not in your hands. You can't force someone to love you but sometimes we fall in love with someone instantly. There are some zodiac signs that have some magnetic charisma to their personality, everyone feels attracted to them.

5 Zodiac Signs That Are Most Loved

New Jersey State

South Orange, NJ

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ - In a startling revelation from the office of U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger, 77-year-old Janis Miller of South Orange, New Jersey, has been indicted on charges of wire fraud, accused of pilfering more than $1 million in federal benefits designated for her deceased aunt. The indictment marks a significant development in a case that stretches over two decades.

NJ Woman Indicted for Embezzling $1M in Federal Benefits

Just like there are zodiac signs with tendencies of being abusive, there are also likely-to-be-abused zodiac signs. The latter is mainly made up of zodiac signs that are likely to be vulnerable. Going by their calm nature and love for peace, people tend to take advantage of them. When such signs get into relationships with abusive partners, they most likely end up as victims. Such signs are also likely to get bullied or abused in social settings.

3 Zodiac Signs Likely to be Abused

Newark, NJ

NEWARK, N.J. – Edgar Ruiz-Gomez, a Colombian citizen, admitted to conspiring to import hundreds of kilograms of cocaine into the United States from Colombia, Venezuela, and the Dominican Republic, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today.

Colombian National Admits Role in Major Cocaine Importation Scheme

Fishyrobb

As a state certified special education teacher, I often help parents navigate the world of IEPs. If your child is struggling in school, you may have heard that an IEP can help. But before you rush into the school to ask for one of these, you should understand what they are and how they are used.

Can my child get an IEP? What parents need to know

Pierce County, WA

Gig Harbor, WA

Timothy A Gruver

Pierce County nurse Peter Meric Atanasoff has been accused of failing to properly administer medications and practice good needle hygiene, the Washington State Department of Health reported on Thursday.

Nurse charged with medication mixup, poor hygiene

There are certain zodiac signs that are known for their boldness and ability to speak their minds fearlessly. Individuals of these zodiac signs are often brutal with the truth and willing to face whatever consequences that speaking the truth may bring. They are not scared to confront anyone regardless of who they are or their status in society.

3 Zodiac Signs That Speak Their Minds

Denton, TX

Robert Russell Shaneyfelt

This post includes content modified using AI. According to a report from CBS News Texas, authorities in Texas have started an investigation following an incident where a 13-year-old pupil was attacked by grown-ups while on a school bus.

Adults Assault 13-Year-Old Black Girl on School Bus

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

The Denver City Council awarded The Salvation Army another $8 million contract Monday to run the Tamarac Family Shelter for people experiencing homelessness. Council members Shontel Lewis and Flor Alvidrez voted against the contract. Lewis said while the Salvation Army has made some “long overdue” promises, nothing in the contract holds them accountable to data-driven metrics. “We can’t just throw money around to solve a problem.” She added the city needs to “bake into every contract” data expectations that will be used to hold the agency accountable. She said outcomes ought to be evaluated by using “accurate, easy to understand information.”

Despite violence at homeless hotels in Denver, Salvation Army wins another $8 million city contract

Several young people spoke Monday during the public comment period of the Denver City Council. One young woman, Olivia Ewudziacquah, lamented that not enough is being done to help the migrants.

Migrants selling cotton candy with babies on their backs, homelessness, speeding among teen concerns

Massachusetts State

Scituate, MA

Dianna Carney

The Scituate Animal Shelter recently introduced Greta, a petite, mixed-breed pup with soulful eyes and a sweet, calm nature. According to the Scituate Animal Shelter, this tiny lady weighs in at just about 9 lbs and is approximately 5 years old.

Meet Greta: The Tiny Little Lady  Looking For Love

Ever since I was a child, I have noticed that low-income rentals often have something in common – broken or boarded up windows and ripped down curtains with aluminum foil or blankets in their place. You can put poverty behind four walls, but you really can’t hide the mess no matter how hard you try.

Opinion: Denver homeless hotel windows offer glimpse into poverty

You've probably heard of dyslexia - a common learning disability that affects reading. But just as many, if not more, young people have severe difficulties with basic math - and there's a name for it - dyscalculia.

What is dyscalculia?

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KWCH Top of the Class 2024- Isabel Alexander

Academic Honors & Awards: Superintendent Honor Roll all four years, Harper County Top Scholar Award, 2024 Governor’s Scholar, and K-State Financial Planning Academy winning team. High...

KWCH Top of the Class 2024- Isabel Alexander

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