Connecticut has what one group sees as an overwhelming population of "disconnected" young people, from ages 18 to 26, who aren t in school and aren t working. The Dalio Education report notes that in 2022, more than 119,000 young people in the state either dropped out of school or were considering it, and that many in this population are either unemployed or unemployable. Chris Lyddy, director of partnerships at Dalio Education, said multiple factors contribute to the trend. .
Major Kansas City developments such as the upcoming 2026 World Cup and building the first women s professional sports stadium are driving gentrification that could displace or exclude the Black community. However, there s a movement to ensure whatever happens is equitable for all. Black Excellence is a group of professionals and entrepreneurs seeking to uplift the Black community in Kansas City. .
The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation is investing $400,000 in grant projects to improve the tree canopy in Montana s urban areas. It is the largest forestry grant of its type the state has ever received. The department wants applicants to focus on innovative forestry projects to take on the effects of climate change, such as improving air quality and providing shade. .
A pipeline project to transport carbon dioxide captured from ethanol and fertilizer production to a permanent storage site in Illinois is raising concerns about safety and potential damage to surrounding land. Last month, members of the Illinois Farm Bureau adopted policies supporting a temporary moratorium on the project until the Hazardous Materials Safety Administration can update its safety regulations. They include automatic notifications for pipeline leaks and training for emergency first responders. .
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