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'Hidden' provisions in U.S. budget bill raise concerns for AZ

2 days ago | publicnewsservice.org | Alex Gonzalez

As President Donald Trump's budget reconciliation bill sees an uphill battle in the U.S. Senate, a government watchdog group is raising concerns about what it called "hidden provisions" in the bill. Arizona is one of 20 states to enact laws to regulate artificial intelligence technology, as Secretary of State Adrian Fontes has cited the use of AI "deepfakes" as a top concern for election officials.
NV governor vetoes pair of transgender bills, community calls for equity

2 days ago | publicnewsservice.org | Alex Gonzalez

It is Pride Month but this year's celebrations in Nevada may be tempered by state and federal actions prompting concern from the transgender community. This week, Gov. Joe Lombardo vetoed a pair of bills. One would have required jails to create policies to protect the health and safety of transgender people behind bars. The other would've ensured medical professionals' ability to provide gender transition services without facing punitive consequences.
Medical professionals in Arizona challenge abortion restrictions

3 days ago | publicnewsservice.org | Alex Gonzalez

Arizona doctors have filed a lawsuit to overturn a set of restrictions which they argue interfere with access to abortion care. Arizona voters last year passed Proposition 139 which enshrined the fundamental right to an abortion, up until fetal viability, in the state's constitution.
New alert system brings oil and gas spill data directly to Colorado residents

3 days ago | publicnewsservice.org | Eric Galatas

Over the past 12 months, 884 oil and gas spills were reported near homes in Greeley, Fort Lupton, Kersey, La Salle and Platteville, according to Spilling the Truth, a new public alert system launched by Colorado Rising for Communities. Christiaan van Woudenberg, principal data analyst with EcoCarto, said the goal is to make it easier for residents to know about the risks to agricultural land, livestock, water resources and community health.
Ohio lawmakers propose ban on most noncompete agreements

3 days ago | publicnewsservice.org | Farah Siddiqi

By Kaleb Clark / Broadcast version by Farah Siddiqi reporting for the Kent State NewsLab-Ohio News Connection Collaboration. Ohio Senate Bill 11 would eliminate noncompete agreements at most workplaces. Proponents say this would allow workers more freedom to go from one job to the next. But others warn that non-compete clauses are in place so that individuals don’t go to a competing workplace or company and reveal valuable assets.
OR experts warn not all solar installers are trustworthy

3 days ago | publicnewsservice.org | Isobel Charle

As utility rates rise in Oregon, data shows home solar panels are becoming more popular. However, experts warn of increasing misinformation and unethical practices in solar financing and installation.
Coloradans support companies selling LGBTQ+ Pride products

4 days ago | publicnewsservice.org | Eric Galatas

In 2023, Bud Light faced backlash after transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney promoted the beer and Target has experienced backlash for selling LGBTQ+ Pride merchandise. However, more than seven in 10 people in Colorado and across the U.S. said knowing a company or store offers Pride merchandise has either a positive effect or no effect on their purchasing decisions, according to a new Ipsos survey commissioned by the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation.
Report: Consistency key to success of innovative OR school program

4 days ago | publicnewsservice.org | Isobel Charle

Student engagement and staff collaboration are both up in some Oregon schools and a new report found it is the result of a unique approach to supporting educators. Launched in 2019 by the nonprofit Children's Institute, the Early School Success program partnered with a handful of districts including Beaverton, Forest Grove and St. Helens.
Arts group revitalizes century-old rural Iowa school building

4 days ago | publicnewsservice.org | Mark Moran

By Frankie (Amy) Felegy for Arts Midwest. Broadcast version by Mark Moran for Iowa News Service reporting for the Arts Midwest-Public News Service CollaborationInside a two-story, century-old brick fortress, sun shines through stained glass artworks. Music serenades down the hall; a koi pond will soon reflect a kaleidoscope of oranges and whites. Magic happens here. But it isn’t a fairytale—this is Cedar Rapids, Iowa. “It’s like a whole new place … You can unwind. You can be creative.
Among OR's rising homelessness, sweeps continue

5 days ago | publicnewsservice.org | Isobel Charle

With rates of homelessness on the rise, advocates are decrying plans to remove a long-standing camp from the Sandy River Delta, also known as Thousand Acres. The Department of State Lands is planning to remove the encampment this week, along with its residents, some of whom have been there for decades. In response, residents have filed an injunction.