When it comes to getting the legalization of medical cannabis in front of Nebraska voters, supporters hope the third time s the charm. Nebraska, Idaho and Kansas are the only remaining states with no provisions for medicinal use of cannabis. People report medical cannabis helps with a number of conditions including epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, chronic pain and side effects of cancer treatment. .
Child advocates across Connecticut are imploring Gov. Ned Lamont to increase state funding for subsidized preschool and child care slots. It would offset the impacts of a new law, which requires children to be five years old before Sept. .
While many other states analyze school board races from this week, Wisconsin candidates will soon begin filing paperwork for elections next spring. An education group says there s a need for people to run in response to a more divisive era. In December, school board candidates can begin gathering petitions ahead of the 2024 primary. .
Michigan groups advocating for a minimum wage hike and paid leave say they ll finally see their day in court next month. Petitioners are expected in State Supreme court following the Michigan Legislature s 2018 adoption of a citizen-initiated petition mandating paid sick time. An "adopt and amend" approach taken by the Legislature altered provisions in the original law. .
Finding a job after prison can be tough, but a program in Mississippi is helping formerly incarcerated people get back on their feet. The Governor s Job Fair Network holds community-based hiring events throughout the state, connecting job seekers with potential employers. Adam Todd with the Mississippi Department of Employment Security is the director of the network - and said they work with the Department of Corrections to put on three job fairs a year specifically for people who are re-entering the workforce. .