Columbus, OH

Virginia State

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Cheryl E Preston

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

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

Parris Island, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

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

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

Chicago Star Media

(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

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

Jacksonville, FL

Duval County, FL

Jacksonville Today

Twenty-seven men have been arrested on charges of soliciting children on the internet to engage in sexual acts as part of Operation Valiant Knights, says Sheriff T.K. Waters. Among the suspects jailed in the five-day undercover sting is a former pro baseball player and a Duval County school district employee.

School employee among 27 accused of soliciting children

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

Michigan State

NotYourBonnie

Have you ever wondered why stalking and harassment stories go on for so many years before law enforcement decides to take action?. Cybercrime is nothing new, but those seeking relief from online harassment are finding out that laws and systems regarding this may not be up to par with the realities of social media.

Dozens Seek Legal Action Against Michigan TikTokker "Dot" And His Alleged Public Vendetta

Georgia State

Camden County, GA

The Current GA

Following an extraordinary and problematic year-and-a-half for Camden County policing, Sheriff Jim Proctor is now facing his first competition to re-election in a decade. His challengers — former Camden County Sheriff’s Office Maj. Kevin Chaney and County Commissioner Trevor Readdick — are running as Republicans and will square off in the May 21 state primary. In November, the winner will face Proctor, who is running as an Independent.

Deputies arrested. Jail in disrepair. Camden sheriff election brings issues to forefront

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

Kitsap County, WA

Drug counselor Alion Anthony Mansfield of Kitsap County has been suspended for a Halloween escapade with a patient, the Washington State Department of Health reported on Thursday.

Counselor Suspended for Halloween Affair with Patient

A Duval County school police officer was arrested on a battery charge after an incident at Mandarin Middle School, one of two staff members accused of misbehavior recently, according to district officials.

Two Mandarin Middle School staff accused of misconduct

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?

New Jersey State

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division on Civil Rights (DCR) have announced enforcement actions against Penn Properties, LLC. The Millstone-based property management company has been issued 19 Notices of Violation for allegedly breaching New Jersey’s Fair Chance in Housing Act (FCHA) across 19 properties statewide.

NJ Property Management Co. Faces 19 Violations for Housing Discrimination

Clark County, WA

Dentist Ellis B. Jardine of Clark County has been suspended for allegedly practicing outside the scope of his licenses and subpar care, the Washington State Department of Health reported on Friday.

Dentist Suspended for Subpar Care & Unlicensed Practices

Maine State

Cape Elizabeth, ME

The Maine Monitor

This article was produced for ProPublica’s Local Reporting Network in partnership with The Maine Monitor . Haru Coryne contributed data reporting. Late one morning in May 2021, a resident of Cape Elizabeth, Maine, spotted an “elderly, disoriented” man standing in a driveway, according to a police report. The resident called police and then followed the man on foot as he wandered to a nearby intersection.

Maine’s health department rarely investigates when residents wander away from their care facilities

Cambridge, MA

The Harvard Crimson 

Two Harvard graduate students are facing criminal charges and up to 200 days in jail following their involvement in a confrontation with an Israeli student at a pro-Palestine protest at the Harvard Business School in October.

Harvard Grad Students Charged Following Confrontation at October Pro-Palestine Protest

Kentucky State

Lexington, KY

Northern Kentucky Tribune

As May comes to a close and we wrap up stroke awareness month, it is a great time to prioritize health by participating in stroke risk screenings. These assessments offer invaluable insights into personal health profiles, enabling individuals to address potential risk factors head-on. Through simple measures such as monitoring blood pressure, measuring cholesterol levels, and adopting healthier lifestyle choices, individuals have the opportunity to dramatically reduce their susceptibility to stroke. Whether accessed online, in public programs, or through primary care providers, these screenings can provide proactive steps towards a healthier future.

Understanding the risks and importance of urgency if you or someone you know suffers a stroke

Wisconsin State

Wisconsin Watch

Reading Time: 13 minutes Click here to read highlights from the story. Wisconsin lacks a clear system for maintaining and making publicly available information about police officers who are subject to what are known as Brady disclosures in court.

State considering NIL policy for high school athletes

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