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It remains unclear if a border security proposal in Congress will cross the finish line and as the controversy continues, a group in Minnesota feels the public has lingering misconceptions about immigrants. The compromise bill emerged in the U.S. Senate but has hit a major roadblock with heavy opposition from Republicans and even some Democrats. ...

Experts are saying social media algorithms are radicalizing users and increasing extremism in Arizona and around the country ahead of the 2024 presidential election. Michael Chertoff, a member of the National Council on Election Integrity, said better protecting data privacy could make the algorithms less destructive, without infringing on free speech. "I do think we could regulate access to data, uses of data and the application of algorithms to that data without offending the First ...

By Laura Aka for WorkingNation.Broadcast version by Shanteya Hudson for North Carolina News Service reporting for the WorkingNation-Public News Service Collaboration After she graduated from college in 2018, Danielle Prioleau expected to be working in events planning. Then in 2020, the pandemic hit. “That made me rethink my career and changed my perspective because events is definitely something that you can’t really be online for – you have to be in person,&rd...

About 180,000 Nebraskans are caregivers for a family member. Nationally, family caregivers spend an average of more than $7000 a year on related expenses. A bill in the Nebraska Legislature would help offset some of those expenses. ...

In Congress, the second expansion of the Child Tax Credit is expected to provide some Connecticut families with much-needed help and one local organization hopes its only a first step. The Center on Budget Policy and Priorities reported the new tax credit would benefit 16-million low-income children nationally in its first year, including 119,000 in Connecticut. Emily Byrne, executive director of Connecticut Voices for Children, said state action could build on the federal progress. ...

Despite federal laws that prohibit campaign contributions by people who are not United States citizens, foreign-influenced corporations and their subsidiaries have found ways to pour millions of dollars into political campaigns, according to a new OpenSecrets report. Anna Massoglia, editorial and investigations manager and report co-author with Open Secrets, said thats a problem because foreign owners do not necessarily share the nations best interests. "It really underscores the nee...

After a trip to Texas to visit the southern border, Gov. Spencer Cox expressed concern, calling the situation a public safety issue. Cox joined 14 other governors in Texas in response to what he called President Joe Bidens "open border policies." Cox said illegal crossings have increased significantly, putting strain on all states, especially those close to the border. ...

The bulk of federal funding for Community Health Centers expires next month, and health advocates say theyre worried about the impact on Kentucky communities. Molly Lewis, CEO, Kentucky Primary Care Association, said about one in five Kentuckians accesses health services through a community health center, which doesnt require insurance or hefty payments. She said centers ensure residents can access medical, dental and behavioral health, but typically go further to cater to the needs of the com...

As Florida lawmakers advance bills to restrict childrens access to social media, todays Safer internet Day is a global campaign to raise awareness about the benefits and risks of connected technology. With the theme "Together for a Better internet," organizers are calling on parents to get more involved and open lines of communication with their kids about their screen times. Yvonne Johnson, president of the National Parent Teacher Association, said families and caregivers sh...

A new report assessing post-high school educational attainment shows Maryland doing better than most states, but says work remains to be done. In 2009, Lumina Foundation set a goal for 60% of working age adults in the nation to hold a college degree, industry-recognized certification or other credential of value by 2025. When the goal was established, only 38% of adults held a certificate beyond high school. ...