Infectious disease veterans call for clearer federal message on measlesWhile money is pumped into state and local health departments to help counter the growing measles outbreaks across the country, experts say clear communication from top health leaders seems lacking and what has been said publicly may have hurt more than helped. The country has surpassed 4,000 measles cases and appears to have already doubled...The Hill6d agoSources (2)Whole story →HealthSecuritymeasles outbreak
Denver man sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for COVID relief schemeSteve Randall Howe has been sentenced to two and half years in federal prison for fraudulently obtaining more than $1.2 million in pandemic-era relief funds, prosecutors said.The Denver Post6d agoWhole story →EconomyGovernmentcovid relief fraud sentencing
San Diego's Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport still using leaded fuelSan Diego's Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport in Kearny Mesa is the highest lead-polluting general aviation airport in the country, based on federal data.New York Post6d agoWhole story →PlanetBuildleaded fuel use at airports
CDC sends a 'disease detective' to Pennsylvania amid measles outbreakThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is sending a disease expert to assist with the response to the ongoing measles outbreak in Pennsylvania. “CDC will continue working closely with Pennsylvania health officials to provide the expertise and support needed to respond to the outbreak and protect public health,” the spokesperson told NBC…The Hill6d agoSources (2)Whole story →Healthmeasles outbreak response
Teens charged in alleged fentanyl death and rape of NYC college studentFederal prosecutors charged two Queens teenagers with conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance resulting in death.Staten Island Advance6d agoWhole story →JusticeEducation
Tim Walz says he took responsibility for Minnesota fraud by not runningTim Walz says he took responsibility for the Minnesota fraud scandal by not running for re-election, calling the controversy a "gift" to Republicans.Fox News6d agoWhole story →GovernmentHealthTim Walzminnesota medicaid fraud scandal
Looming Medicaid cuts mean that US hospitals must prepare for a perfect storm | LettersEugene Litvak says hospitals could rearrange scheduled admissions as part of efforts to prepare operationally for changes on 1 January Your report ( Millions of Medicaid recipients to face draconian requirements as of 1 January, 13 October ) warns that millions may lose Medicaid coverage just as hospitals face rising uncompensated care and growing…The Guardian6d agoWhole story →Healthmedicaid cuts deadline
El-Sayed Denounced ‘Conservatives’ for Opposing Free Sex Changes for Transgender Illegal Immigrants, Called for Universal Health Care for Trans ‘Undocumented Persons’Abdul El-Sayed, in a series of unearthed podcast remarks, called for a "truly inclusive" universal health care entitlement that would include "care for transgender people" and "care for immigrants." He later criticized conservatives for demonizing "the undocumented person who comes to this country and wants to get gender reassignment surgery on Medicare…Washington Free Beacon6d agoWhole story →GovernmentJusticemedicare for all debate
Keep ‘forever chemicals’ out of menstrual products | OpinionNew Jersey has already taken action on PFAS in drinking water. Now lawmakers should address their presence in products women and girls use every month.NJ.com6d agoWhole story →PlanetHealthpfas regulation debate
Iowa farmers know what an unstable world costsCongress should ensure support for agencies that buttress farm resilience worldwide, write Eric Mitchell and Sarah Tweeten.Des Moines Register6d agoWhole story →EconomyFoodglobal food price volatility
Trump staffers scram when one touchy subject comes up: insiderPresident Donald Trump’s staff regularly clears the room when one subject comes up, an insider told The Wall Street Journal — a habit the outlet described as “a rarity in a freewheeling White House.” That subject is the president’s health. At 80 years old, Trump has faced growing scrutiny regarding his physical and mental health, having been observed in…Raw Story6d agoWhole story →Healthtrump health concerns
Trump dominated rural America. Iowa is testing whether Democrats can win them backDave Roethler is a former Donald Trump supporter in Iowa who feels disillusioned about the economy and believes middle-class families are suffering while the president benefits. It's a sentiment echoed by others in rural Iowa, where Democrats are trying to gain ground this election year. Economic concerns such as tariffs and rising gas prices may give…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution6d agoWhole story →EconomyGovernmentiowa midterm elections
Trump defers federal diesel taxes to help farmers, but states issue warningsPresident Trump's executive order deferring federal taxes on diesel is aimed at helping farmers but it's more complicated than it sounds and states are warning drivers they may owe taxes later.NPR6d agoWhole story →EconomyFooddiesel tax deferment
Governor Hochul can tackle hunger and waste at onceThe FDLA is a food waste management, consumer protection, and household spending remedy wrapped into one bill. Backed by public health advocates, anti-hungerAM New York6d agoWhole story →EconomyCommercefood labeling reform
Oregon Senate District 6 candidates on data centers, Eugene airportWe asked Oregon Senate District 6 candidates about data centers, the Eugene Airport and a new Springfield hospital ahead of the Nov. 3 election.Eugene Register-Guard6d agoWhole story →BuildGovernmentoregon senate election
‘Scorched It All’: How Trump Lost the Affordability Debate, According to Abigail SpanbergerVirginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger on how to deliver when it comes to cost of living.POLITICO6d agoWhole story →EconomyBuildAbigail Spanbergervirginia governor affordability agenda
Roy Cooper's North Carolina Playbook Is Working. Can Other Democrats Copy It?US News is a recognized leader in college, grad school, hospital, mutual fund, and car rankings. Track elected officials, research health conditions, and find news you can use in politics, business, health, and education.U.S. News & World Report6d agoWhole story →EconomyHealthnorth carolina senate election
The GOP candidates walking back some of their abortion stancesRhetorical shifts from some in Wisconsin, Pennsylvania and Kansas exemplify the liabilities of abortion restrictionSalon6d agoWhole story →GovernmentHealthabortion policy shifts
Mamdani praised over move to dismantle controversial NYC industry - but insiders say there’s more to the storyHorse carriage drivers say Zohran Mamdani's ban threatens their livelihoods, family legacies, and nearly $400,000 medallion investments in New York City.NewsBreak6d agoWhole story →EconomyFoodZohran Mamdaniusda food safety alert
My $9,000 hospital bill and the future of workThe specter of AI haunts our decision makers. The looming fear of job loss hangs over an entire generation. Some say the scale of disruption may be 100 times greater than that of the Industrial Revolution.New York Daily News6d agoWhole story →TechnologyEconomy
