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Monday, August 26, 2024

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August 26, 2024: Women’s Equality Day

Eric Tegethoff, reporter/producer, Oregon News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Women’s Equality Day commemorates the passage of the 19th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote. More than a century later, women have made progress, but more work needs to be done. Women have made major gains in elected positions across the country. In Oregon, […]

Monday, August 26, 2024

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Project 2025 takes aim at libraries

Mark Moran, reporter/producer, Iowa News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. The latest report from the EveryLibrary Institute showed the Republican Party’s agenda, as outlined in the document known as Project 2025, takes aim at places where students can read, discover and explore. Conservatives call it a matter of accountability. In Iowa, there are at least 540 public libraries, fourth-highest in […]

Friday, July 19, 2024

By Public News Service Friday, July 19, 2024

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CA workers encouraged to know their rights for hot days

Suzanne Potter, reporter/producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. California shattered heat records left and right this month and temperatures are forecast to be 10 degrees above normal for several days. Therefore, the state wants to remind workers of their right to shade, free cold water, and rest breaks. Also, employers are required to train […]

Tuesday, July 9, 2024

By Public News Service Tuesday, July 9, 2024

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Black women’s equal pay day is today

By Suzanne Potter Reporter/Producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Today is Black Women’s Equal Pay Day, and at 11 a.m. PT, advocates hope to get the topic trending with a “social media storm.” The wage gap is stark. Black women working full-time, year-round, make 69 cents for every dollar made by non-Hispanic white men. The […]

Sunday, June 30, 2024

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Watch out for summertime scams

By Edwin J. Viera, producer/reporter, Connecticut News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Amid the fun in the sun, residents everywhere should be on the alert for summertime scams. Fake utility workers Utility company impostor scams are prominent this time of year. Scammers might pose as utility company employees offering a home energy audit. Homeowners are asked […]

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

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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 […]

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 […]

Thursday, May 9, 2024

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, May 9, 2024

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Mourning for a popular Burbank teacher found dead in her home

A popular Burbank teacher is being mourned today after her tragic death. Karyn Lombardo was found unconscious in her home in the 800 block of North Avon Street last Tuesday night. According to a Burbank Police news release, “Life-saving measures were taken by officers and paramedics, but the woman was pronounced deceased at the scene.” Apparently, there was some kind […]