The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, created in 2025, got rid of 248 positions, most unfilled.
The departure of Taylor Hatch Friday from her post as secretary of the Department of Children and Families may signal the start of an exodus from the administration of Gov. Ron DeSantis. Hatch’s move comes roughly six months before a new governor will be sworn in to replace DeSantis after his eight years in office. […]
Two of Iowa’s private higher education institutions are partnering to provide students with greater opportunities to further their education in health sciences. Des Moines University announced in a news release Monday it has partnered with Central College in Pella to offer reserved seats, guaranteed interviews and accelerated degree achievement in certain programs. “This partnership will […]
The 74 reports on 11 AI prompts that can assist teachers in streamlining tasks and enhancing creativity, helping to improve their work-life balance and effectiveness.
In light of a federal court decision last month, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has directed retailers in West Virginia that accept Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits to again allow people to use SNAP to purchase soda.
LINCOLN — President Donald Trump issued a federal disaster declaration for damage resulting from major wildfires this spring that burned more than 821,000 acres combined. Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen announced Trump’s approval of the requested disaster declaration late last week, which covers Arthur, Garden, Grant, Lincoln and Morrill counties. The Morrill, Cottonwood, Ashby and Minor fires […]
A Polk County judge has dismissed one of the central claims in a wrongful death lawsuit involving a Pleasant Hill nursing home. Parkridge Specialty Care of Pleasant Hill is being sued by the estate of Maris Bergis in Polk County District Court. The lawsuit seeks unspecified compensatory and punitive damages from the home’s corporate owner, […]
As beachgoers flock to water during the busy July Fourth weekend, danger could be lurking in some areas. Researchers this spring discovered flesh-eating bacteria in water in several coastal locations across New York’s Long Island, and town officials in the Hamptons vacation destination posted an alert about the findings. Eight people in Florida have been […]
After healthcare options were expanded for Utah public employees, treatments like in vitro fertilization have been approved as benefits since 2025, and weight loss drugs like GLP-1s since the 2026 legislative session. They do, however, come with some limitations for employees of more than 350 public entities in Utah. Following a state-mandated pilot to allow […]
Splitero reports a record number of homeowners are choosing to stay put due to favorable mortgage rates, despite rising housing wealth and prices.
Planned Parenthood remains cut off from Indiana Medicaid funding even with the expiration of a federal ban on such payments to abortion providers for any healthcare services.
Temple Injury Law reports that Mississippi, New Mexico, and Washington, D.C. have the highest rates of uninsured drivers.
State regulators have revoked the license of a former Iowa physician who surrendered his California medical license amid allegations of inappropriate conduct with juvenile female patients. Last year, the Iowa Board of Medicine charged Dr. Najeeb Khalil Ahmed Ansari with violating the laws or rules governing the practice of medicine in another, unspecified state; failure […]
Ally Financial reports 10 common IRA mistakes to avoid, including underestimating retirement needs, exceeding contribution limits and withdrawal errors.
Vanta reports four risk treatment strategies—mitigate, accept, transfer, and avoid—to effectively manage threats, enhancing resilience over reactive approaches.
LifeStance Health reports that being a sports fan can boost mental health by enhancing well-being, easing loneliness and fostering social connections through shared experiences.
(BPT) - Are you gearing up for a summer vacation? Whether you're going to a family reunion, setting off on an international adventure or looking forward to a relaxing beach getaway, there is no …
Uniqode reports that travel brands should optimize QR code interactions after placement by tracking context, using dynamic content, and ensuring integrations.
Rula reports on the importance of multicultural counseling, emphasizing culturally sensitive care to enhance therapeutic relationships and treatment effectiveness.
Ramp reports that AI token costs for businesses can range from hundreds to hundreds of thousands monthly, with a median spend of $2,246 and an average of $140,842.
Think Ahead & Keep Safety in Mind, Says the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (NAPSI)—Summer storm season is here, but having the right outdoor power equipment on hand can help you weather …
Piense con anticipación y mantenga la seguridad en mente, dice el Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (NAPSI)—La temporada de tormentas de verano ha llegado, pero contar con el equipo eléctrico …
Wells Fargo reports on planning a wedding budget by identifying priorities, creating a savings goal, and discussing financial support with family to afford the big day.
State regulators are seeking steep fee hikes on Oregon’s nascent psilocybin industry, a move that critics say would push the already high price tag of a legal mushroom trip even higher while causing more businesses to close. The Oregon Health Authority in late June announced proposed fee increases that would affect virtually every corner of […]
Neighbors Bank reports that rising property taxes and homeowners insurance now consume over 21% of monthly mortgage payments in many U.S. metros, impacting affordability.
