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Saturday, June 22, 2024

By Public News Service Saturday, June 22, 2024

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More warnings of threats to US democracy

By Alex Gonzalez, producer/reporter, Arizona News Connection, a bureau of Public News Service. Recently, the Arizona Court of Appeals dismissed a case to decertify the results of the 2022 general election. It was brought by Republican Arizona attorney general candidate Abraham Hamadeh, Republican Cochise County Supervisor Tom Crosby, and an independent voter. The 2024 presidential election is highly […]

Saturday, June 8, 2024

By Public News Service Saturday, June 8, 2024

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Many U.S. veterans unaware of homeownership benefits

By Edwin J. Viera Reporter/Producer, Virginia News Connection, a bureau of Public News Service. A recent survey showed many U.S. veterans are unaware of housing benefits to which they are entitled. AARP’s survey found 60% of veterans 45 and older did not know about the availability of Department of Veteran’s Affairs grants to modify their homes. Almost a quarter of […]

Wednesday, May 29, 2024

By Public News Service Wednesday, May 29, 2024

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CA filmmaker follows parents who chose to end their lives with medical aid

By Suzanne Potter Reporter/Producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. A new documentary series looks at medical aid in dying through the eyes of terminally ill people advocating for a peaceful passing on their own terms. The show “Take Me Out Feet First” just debuted on Amazon Prime. First Episode of “Take Me Out […]

Friday, May 24, 2024

By Public News Service Friday, May 24, 2024

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Black voters could decide who wins 2024 presidential election

By Alex Gonzalez Reporter/Producer, Nevada News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Black voters will play a key role in determining who will win the 2024 presidential election. And while Black voters remain overwhelmingly Democratic and support President Joe Biden over former President Donald Trump, Biden’s edge over Trump is changing. A new poll shows Trump is ahead […]

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

By Public News Service Tuesday, May 14, 2024

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Comic book guide helps consumers avoid used car scams

By Suzanne Potter Reporter/Producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Buying a used car can be a risky proposition, but a new consumer guide can help people avoid common pitfalls. The nonprofit Oregon Consumer Justice just released the first edition of its free resource called the Consumer Confidence Comics. This unique guide doubles as an interactive comic […]

Friday, May 3, 2024

By Public News Service Friday, May 3, 2024

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The popular destination San Gabriel Mountains National Monument is expanding

By Suzanne Potter Reporter/Producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Conservation groups, tribes and community organizers are praising President Joe Biden’s decision Thursday to expand two national monuments in California. Together, the monuments will gain about 120,000 acres. The Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument is 90 minutes northwest of Sacramento and the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument lies just east of Los […]

Monday, April 29, 2024

By Public News Service Monday, April 29, 2024

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Several major grocery store retailers accused of price gouging

By Suzanne Potter Reporter/Producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Consumer groups are accusing major grocery retailers – like Amazon, Kroger and Walmart – of price gouging, both during and after the pandemic. The allegation of corporate greed comes after a new report from the Federal Trade Commission found profits for grocery chains jumped sharply, at […]

Thursday, April 25, 2024

By Public News Service Thursday, April 25, 2024

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New federal rules offer passengers more protection from airline mishaps

By Mike Moen Reporter/Producer, Wisconsin News Connection , a bureau of Public News Service. Air travelers could face fewer obstacles in securing a refund if their flight is canceled or changed under new federal rules announced Wednesday. The moves are being praised by watchdog groups. The Department of Transportation said airlines are now required to promptly provide passengers with […]

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

By Public News Service Tuesday, April 23, 2024

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US Supreme Court to decide controversial Starbucks case

By Eric Tegethoff Reporter/Producer, Washington News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. A case before the U.S. Supreme Court could have implications for the country’s growing labor movement. Justices will hear oral arguments in Starbucks versus McKinney today to determine if the bar should be raised for the National Labor Relations Board when it seeks to impose court-ordered injunctions […]