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N.Y. governor sends National Guard troops into subway to tackle the “psychology of crime”
March 08, 2024 | News, ManagementThe New York governor's supporters say the specter of National Guard troops checking bags will make New Yorkers feel safer, but activists say it’s just a militarized version of stop-and-frisk.
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Big Oil faces a flood of climate lawsuits—and they’re moving closer to trial
| News, FinanceA quarter of Americans now live in cities and states taking companies to court over lying to the public.
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The 5 best movies about state or local government, part 2
March 07, 2024 | News, ManagementLights, camera, action! In honor of this weekend’s Oscar Awards, here are our team’s top picks.
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Medicaid waivers help states pilot solutions to health, housing disparities
| News, ManagementIf approved, Nebraska’s Section 1115 Medicaid waiver would help finance two medical respite centers, or post-hospital recovery centers, for individuals experiencing homelessness.
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Can student debt relief attract workers to state and local government jobs?
| News, WorkforceMore than 46% of state and local employees reported being “extremely or very worried” about paying back their student loans. A new report suggests addressing that concern could entice more people into the public sector.
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Report shows Ohio one of many states still prosecuting ‘HIV-related’ crimes
| News, ManagementA new report shows more than 200 cases of "HIV-related prosecutions" in Ohio between 2014 and 2020.
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Fluoride in public water has slashed tooth decay, but some states may end mandates
| News, ManagementPublic health experts warn that anti-fluoridation legislation is buoyed by misinformation and junk science.
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House passes spending bills in bipartisan vote
March 06, 2024 | News, FinanceWhile the bills fund WIC and rental assistance, they slash funding the Biden administration’s tech and innovation hubs initiative. The package now heads to the Senate, where it is expected to pass.
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Biden administration explores using Tesla-style tech in federally funded EV chargers
| News, InfrastructureMost automakers have announced plans to use the industry leader’s standards, which would give them access to Tesla’s Supercharger network.
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The brave new world of local government debt management
| News, FinanceCOMMENTARY | Market volatility, economic uncertainty and factors like climate change are driving heightened risk, creating a tougher issuing environment and a more complex landscape.