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Small business owners 'increasingly pessimistic,' squeezed by higher costs, labor concerns
Small business optimism was flat last month, with an index that measures its level stuck below its long-term average for the second month in a row, the NFIB showed.
Small business owners 'increasingly pessimistic,' squeezed by higher costs, labor concerns
Small business optimism was flat last month, with an index that measures its level stuck below its long-term average for the second month in a row, the NFIB showed.
HHSC Highlights Available Resources During Older Texans Month | Texas Health and Human Services
HHSC is observing Older Texans Month by promoting resources available to help people live well as they age.
South County Senior Expo offers resources and entertainment for ages 50+ on May 13
Controversial entertainment district breaks ground in Norman
The groundbreaking of a controversial entertainment district took place in Norman on Tuesday.The Rock Creek Entertainment District is a $1.1 billion, 269-acre m
Camp Lejeune to host small business outreach event in Jacksonville
Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune is hosting a small business outreach event later this month aimed at helping companies learn how to compete for government contra
FDA commissioner Makary is resigning, sources say
U.S. Food and Drug Commissioner Marty Makary plans to resign on Tuesday, according to two sources familiar with the situation, the latest leadership change at the federal health department which comes after weeks of public speculation and a mounting pressure campaign.
Win the Ultimate Car and Game Lover’s Jacket, Built with Forza Horizon 6
Be in with a chance to win a unique Japanese denim racing jacket inspired by Forza Horizon 6, designed in collaboration with actor and car enthusiast Sung Kang.
FL PR and Communications Engages with Sector Leaders at Türkiye - Belgium Business Forum Hosting Queen Mathilde
ISTANBUL, May 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FL PR and Communications, the London and Istanbul based international public relations and strategic ...
Mountain Brook weighs future of home-based businesses amid community pushback
MOUNTAIN BROOK, Ala. (WBMA) — A proposed change to home-based business rules in Mountain Brook is drawing strong reactions from both city leaders and residents,
Study finds digital therapy app improves student mental health
WashU researchers led a population-based study of thousands of college students showing that a phone app with text coaching increased access to care and eased symptoms of depression, anxiety and eating disorders.
Together for a Better Tomorrow: Local program tackling mental health
When emotional distress hits, too many people feel they have only one place to turn: the Emergency Department.
Charger Finds Growth, Friendship Through Data Science and Badminton - University of New Haven
Sravan Chowdary Gogineni ’26 M.S. reflects on overcoming early challenges as an International student at the University of New Haven and how discipline, sport, and community shaped his graduate journey.
Phasmophobia by Alan Wake: Opening the Doors to Phasmophobia’s First Collaboration
"Phasmophobia by Alan Wake" is a limited-time event, happening now! Learn about how this first-ever outside collaboration for Phasmophobia came together:
Trump visit opens door to ‘casual’ networking for US and Chinese business chiefs
Sources said that Beijing’s exclusive Capital Club had been reserved for networking opportunities in a ‘less formal’ setting.
The balance between direct instruction and project-based science
Experience and research point to the need for teachers to strike a balance between direct instruction of facts and developing students' scientific curiosity as they pursue team projects.
The boss of Italy’s defence champion fell foul of politics
Investors loved Roberto Cingolani’s high-tech strategy for Leonardo. The military establishment was less convinced.
Residents, businesses push for ‘happy medium’ in 12 South parking fight
A proposed parking structure in Nashville’s popular 12 South neighborhood is now on hold.
Shortage of beds, staff force Michigan kids out of state for mental health treatment
Michigan kids with serious mental health needs are being sent thousands of miles away from their families to receive proper treatment.
Trump pushed DOJ to subpoena reporters over alleged Iran war leaks, sources say
President Donald Trump personally pushed the Justice Department to issue subpoenas to reporters covering the war in Iran in an effort to flush out their sources, according to officials familiar with the matter.
Driving Business Performance and Circular Water Practices at Moeve’s San Roque Energy Park
Optimizing water use through circular solutions is a key goal for Moeve as well as a strategic priority for Spain, due to growing pressure on the country’s water resources.
Mayor declines to sign nightlife ordinance as businesses raise concerns
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — The future of new nightlife safety regulations in Birmingham is uncertain after Mayor Randall Woodfin said he will not sign recently a
Scientists learn how mosquitoes are able to track and bite humans
Researchers found that infrared radiation from a source at roughly the temperature of human skin doubles mosquitoes’ host-seeking behavior.
Maternal health program coming to Maryland as some raise previous budget cut questions
A new, cash assistance program for moms is coming to Maryland aiming to boost low-income families in coordination with other supports offered in the state.While
May 14 Vallejo-Vacaville Arts/Entertainment Source: Activities
May 14: Benicia Farmers Market, 4 p.m., Downtown Benicia at First Street. May 14: Greg Rahn, 5:30 p.m., Empress Marquee Club, 324 Virginia St., Vallejo. May 15: Vietnam Wall Half-size Replica Dedication with Capt. Edmond Landers,…
May 14 Vallejo-Vacaville Arts/Entertainment Source: Faces and Places
Golf event unites local business leaders, supports Cambria Chamber leadership program
Cambria Chamber Spring Golf Classic
Bozeman Health Deaconess Medical Center gets national recognition
Bozeman Health Deaconess Regional Medical Center got national recognition for being one of the nation's safest hospitals.The DRMC earned an 'A' Hospital Safety
Maryland health officials monitor two residents after possible hantavirus exposure
**Maryland Health Officials Monitor Two Residents After Possible Hantavirus Exposure****Baltimore, Md. (May 11, 2026)** — The Maryland Department of Health is m
Health Experts say Hantavirus is Rare, No Cases Reported in Alabama
Health experts say hantavirus is a serious but uncommon virus, and local officials emphasize there are currently no reported cases in Alabama.“So I think the ri
Business owner warns Washington’s 'millionaires tax' could spur an exodus of top earners
A sense of frustration is growing among some of Washington state’s job creators.
Apple's Next Vision Pro Headset Is Reportedly Years Away
The company has diverted resources away from producing the next mixed-reality headset.
Sporting KC Weekly Schedule: May 11-17, 2026
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AT&T opens 2026 small business contest May 1, with $50,000 top prize
AT&T is offering $50,000 to one small business owner as part of its 2026 Small Business Contest.The company said four additional finalists will each receive $5,
Jefferson County health officials report troubling rise in drug overdose deaths in 2026
A sharp rise in drug-related overdose deaths in Jefferson County has health officials urging residents to take precautions and seek help, as the county’s 2026 t
Hackers Used AI to Develop First Known Zero-Day 2FA Bypass for Mass Exploitation
Google identified the first malicious AI use for a zero-day 2FA bypass in an open-source admin tool, accelerating threat actor operations.
Health department: No suspected or confirmed cases of hantavirus in OK
As questions surround an outbreak of a rare virus on board a cruise ship, health leaders in Oklahoma say they are keeping an eye on the spread of cases.Health o
From Goddard to the stars: Roman telescope readies to widen science’s view
NASA is preparing to launch their newest telescope into space, The Nancy Grace Roman Telescope.(7News)
The sugar intake – oral diseases nexus: Leveraging food environments for better population nutrition and health
Across the World Health Organization (WHO) Western Pacific Region, our diets are changing rapidly. Globalization has made processed foods, which often do not align with healthy diets, easier to find, more affordable, and more heavily marketed than ever before. Unfortunately, many of these products are often high in saturated fat, trans-fatty acids, salts and free sugars, contributing to the burden of all forms of malnutrition, including diet-related noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). The impact of these dietary changes is staggering. Sugars, in particular, are empty calories and are often hidden in processed foods and beverages. Over the last 20 years, the health burden linked to sugary drinks has nearly tripled, reaching 52.3 disability-adjusted life years per 100 000 in 2023. Excessive sugar is a leading cause of obesity, diabetes, and—most notably—oral diseases. Today, oral diseases affect over 960 million individuals in the Western Pacific Region. Tooth decay is the most common issue, especially for childre
Groundbreaking scheduled for Rock Creek Entertainment District
A controversial entertainment district is Norman is taking a big step forward.On Tuesday, city leaders will gather for teh groundbreakkingThe Rock Creek Entert
Xbox Game Pass and Discord: Building on Our Partnership to Bring More Benefits to Players
More benefits coming to Discord Nitro & Xbox Game Pass subscribers.
Trump administration launches moms.gov to support pregnant women and families
The initiative falls under the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), led by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Interactive Mental Health Resource Finder Launched
In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. today launched the SUNY Mental Health Resource Finder to help support students, faculty, and staff, as well as...
Learner spotlight: Vivian’s path to rights based mental health advocacy
For Vivian Anyango Aola, mental health is deeply personal. Growing up she witnessed people around her struggling with emotional distress without access to support, understanding or solutions. Those early experiences laid the foundations for her work today as a mental health advocate at St. Daniel Comboni mission in Nairobi, Kenya.“Mental health is about feelings – something we all experience every day,” Vivian explains. “Ensuring people are supported in those feelings is what drives my work.” Creating safe spaces and challenging stigmaIn her role, Vivian works closely with people living with mental health conditions and psychosocial, intellectual and cognitive disabilities. Through dialogue, listening and shared learning, she helps create safe spaces where people feel seen, heard and respected. However, stigma and discrimination remain significant barriers.“Witnessing stigma only strengthens my resolve to fight for inclusion, acceptance and equal treatment for all,” she says. Vivian enrolled in the WHO ‘QualityRights in Mental Health’ online, self-paced course available on the WHO Academy learning platform to strengthen her knowledge and advocacy skills. The six-module course provides the foundation for challenging stigma and discrimination and for promoting person-centred, rights-based approaches in mental health.“The course gave me a new perspective,” she says. “It showed me how to support people in ways that respect autonomy and promote recovery, rather than focusing only on treatment.”The importance of language and cultureSince its launch, more than 141 000 people have enrolled in the course globally, and it is now available in 17 languages on the learning platform – the highest number of languages of any WHO course. For Vivian, accessibility is key to transforming mental health systems. “Language is a bridge between professionals and communities,” she explains. “When mental health resources are available in local languages, they reduce misunderstanding, build trust and encourage people to seek help. It also empowers health workers to deliver care in ways that are culturally sensitive and relevant.”In a global evaluation of the course, which analysed data from over 3000 learners, attitudes toward people with mental health conditions improved by 22.78% overall after completing the course, with even greater shifts in low- and middle-income countries (29.18%) compared to high-income countries (20.58%)[1].“The course equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills to transform mental health into a more rights-based, inclusive and recovery-oriented system,” explains Vivian. “It reinforces that change is possible. When people understand rights, dignity and recovery, the entire system can begin to shift.”Mental Health, Brain Health and Substance Use[1] Breaking stigma, discrimination and promoting rights: global evaluation of the World Health Organization QualityRights e-training on mental health, recovery and community inclusion
Scientists Question Trust in AI Over Colleagues
The Conversation publishes an article by researchers at the Institute for Basic Science arguing that rapid adoption of AI in laboratories risks eroding scientific culture and human relationships. The article cites **AlphaFold** as an example of an AI tool that dramatically sped protein-structure prediction, and it notes a broader boom in national initiatives to integrate AI into science, per The Conversation. The authors warn that early-career researchers may outsource troubleshooting and critical evaluation to AI, which could weaken independent thinking and collegial critique. Editorial analysis: For practitioners, the piece highlights trade offs between productivity gains and the social practices that sustain reproducible research.
Forza Horizon 6 has been leaked and cracked a week before its release
The source of the leak appears to be an unencrypted Steam preload.
SJHN Daily: Celebrini Named Canada Captain, McKenna’s Mom Charged
Macklin Celebrini will captain Canada before he captains the San Jose Sharks. Celebrini was announced as the captain of Canada’s World Championships squad on Sunday. Ryan O’Reilly and John Tavares will be the alternate captains. Meet the captains! / Voici nos capitaines! 🇨🇦 C: Macklin Celebrini (@BCHockey_Source)A: Ryan O’Reilly (@OHFHockey)A: John Tavares (@OHFHockey)#MensWorlds | #MondialMasculin […] The post SJHN Daily: Celebrini Named Canada Captain, McKenna’s Mom Charged appeared first on S
Ambani's Jio Platforms IPO pivots to pure fundraising, no investor exits, sources say
Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Jio Platforms has pivoted to a pure fundraising for its planned Mumbai listing, selling a 2.5% stake in the offering and dropping earlier plans that would have allowed some shareholders to exit, two sources said.
China expanding its industrial dominance, warns US business group
Chamber of Commerce says west is running out of time to sever its growing reliance on Chinese supply chain
Smart, hybrid, integrated, and engineered geothermal (SHIEG) systems
npj Thermal Science and Engineering - Geothermal sources can supply clean, sustainable, baseload thermal or electrical energy to fulfill societal demands in diverse climates via various...
How jellyfish bycatch could be valuable collagen source for cosmetics and biotech
Dr Ainara Ballesteros is a Juan de la Cierva postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Environment and Marine Science Research at the Catholic University of Valencia, where she leads a research group focused on jellyfish biology, aquaculture, and the sustainable use of marine resources. Her work is centered on developing innovative solutions based on marine science, particularly through the study of underused organisms as sources of high-value compounds within circular bioeconomy and zero-waste strategies. She is joined in this work by Raquel Torres, a PhD student at the same institute, who is carrying out her doctoral thesis within this line of research, focused on jellyfish valorization, collaboration with the fishing sector, and the sustainable management of marine resources. They are co-authors on a new Frontiers in Marine Science article which investigated whether jellyfish accidentally caught by small-scale fishers in Spain could be transformed into a valuable resource instead of being treated as waste. The team worked side by side with fishers to better understand their perceptions of jellyfish bycatch, identify which species are most frequently caught, and evaluate whether one of them, Rhizostoma pulmo, could serve as a sustainable source of high-quality collagen.
Gwinnett County sheriff's office hosts mental health awareness fair to connect residents with local resources
The Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office held its 5th annual Community Mental Health Awareness Fair in Lawrenceville, bringing together dozens of organizations focused on counseling, housing, wellness and crisis support services.
School politics class. Trump adrift: the president’s second term is at risk of foundering
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National Nurses Week brings big thanks for health care’s everyday heroes
If you’ve thanked a nurse lately, National Nurses Week is a pretty good reminder of why it matters, and why a simple show of appreciation can go a long way.Nati
Flathead Valley nonprofit joins international 2026 Horses for Mental Health campaign
A Flathead Valley nonprofit has been selected to take part in an international campaign focused on raising awareness about mental health through equine-assisted
Mothers reminded about mental health resource available at Woman’s Hospital
Leaders at Woman’s Hospital are reminding mothers about a unique mental health resource.
NAMI Walk to raise mental health awarness
May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, and the NAMI walk is helping spread the word.
Project Elevation brings free health resources to men in Albany
Free men’s health event offers screenings and haircuts
Chicago Teachers Union wants $8.5 million dues hike to fund politics
“Has your brand become toxic?” This was a pointed question from WGN Political Editor Tahman Bradley, posed to Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates in a recent interview. Her immediate response: “I don’t understand the question.” When pressed, Gates added, “The Chicago Teachers Union is not a political party, it is a labor union.” But internal union documents show CTU leadership is trying to skim $8.5 million more from teacher paychecks explicitly for politics, while trying to silence union members critical of Gates’ leadership. Under the proposed dues hike, Chicago teachers would see up to $800 more per year flow from their paychecks to union coffers. The union already takes in more than $40 million a year, mostly from dues. And it spends less than 18 cents of every dollar on teacher representation. The No. 1 reason for the proposed dues hike? Politics. “We must win a majority of the first 21 person fully elected school board in November,” reads the first point in CTU’s member FAQ document.1 This directly contradicts CTU’s promise to members about how leadership uses dues money. The official CTU handbook tells members that the union does not use dues money for politics, so if they are interested in funding political activity, they should consider voluntary donations to CTU’s political action committee. “Our dues are not used for political purposes,” according to the handbook. “So our PAC relies on extra contributions from our members to support progressive candidates and to impact elected officials at the city, county and state levels.” This kind of double-speak is one reason members are concerned about another constitutional change slipped into the dues hike vote, which will take place on May 20-21: an attempt to stop members from holding the union accountable. A proposed amendment to the union constitution tries to place limits on when members may bring a lawsuit against the union for violating members’ rights.2 This provision is clearly a response to members’ lawsuit against union leadership regarding Gates’ years-long refusal to publish audited financial statements. The judge in that case has repeatedly denied the union’s attempts to dismiss it. Teachers opposed to these changes have been circulating this flier, urging members to vote no. What will CTU members get in return for millions of dollars in additional dues? If the 2024 school board elections are any indication—not much. CTU leadership’s record on school board races may not inspire confidence among members. A Chicago Policy Center analysis of a dozen affiliated PACs found CTU spent nearly $2.9 million on school board races in 2024. Of that spending, more than $2.1 million (75%) went to losing candidates. And while CTU-backed candidates lost six of the nine competitive seats overall, they fared worse in their biggest-spending races, losing five of six contests in which the union and its affiliates put up more than $250,000 for their candidate. The Chicago school board elections take place Nov. 3.3 Is another $8.5 million enough to clean up a toxic reputation? Not likely. Update on federal tax credit scholarship: Last week, Democratic New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said she plans to opt into the federal tax credit scholarship program. If Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker follows suit, Illinois could unlock $1 billion in donor money statewide for both public- and private-school students. If Illinois does not opt in, that money will flow to other states. The Last Ward reported in February on how Illinois Democrats could unlock at least $100 million in new resources for Chicago public-school students by opting in. Update on the investigation into how Chicagoans learned about a meeting to hike their property taxes: The Last Ward reported in January on an absurd, taxpayer-funded investigation into how local media learned of a planned Chicago school board meeting to hike the district’s property tax levy. That investigation is now complete. Lawyers interviewed two dozen witnesses, and found nothing. Update on Illinois’ muni debt crisis: My colleague Joe Tabor last week published a must-read piece in Crain’s Chicago Business about how Illinois recently rejected south suburban Harvey’s request to be designated a “distressed city.” The saga shows why the state must implement a better structure to assist insolvent local governments, including allowing for the option to pursue debt relief via Chapter 9 bankruptcy. The Last Ward reported in October on how Harvey is tipping the first domino in Illinois’ municipal debt crisis. Mincing Rascals: I joined the Mincing Rascals podcast to discuss the SAFE-T Act, the millionaires tax, and more. My “green light” recommendation: Force Majeure (2014). 1 Notably, the No. 2 reason cited is “resources to fund a state-wide millionaires tax campaign in order to fully fund the state’s school funding formula.” The constitutional amendment necessary to implement a progressive income tax in Illinois recently died in the Illinois House, meaning this question would not appear on the ballot until 2028 at the earliest. 2 There is seemingly no single-subject rule for CTU constitutional amendments. So members only get one vote on the full package. One cannot vote “yes” on the dues hike and “no” on the restriction of members’ rights, for example. 3 Illinois law grants far too much power over local government to unelected officials like Gates. State lawmakers should fix that.
UNC Works to Manage Mental Health Struggles
As students struggle to balance coursework, a social life and their own wellbeing, college can sometimes seem impossible. But UNC resources like the Psychological Services Clinic and the Center for Student Well-Being aim to alleviate that.
McCallie downs MUS in three sports in one day
It's rare to have two schools play each other in three sports in the same week.But how bout all in one afternoon. That was the case Saturday at McCallie, where
Lincoln University share progress on new Health & Security Insitute
After nearly two years of construction, Lincoln University's new Health and Security Institute is almost complete.The institute will become a community hub for
Science Hill graduate Nate Conner continues to lead for ETSU Baseball
The ETSU Baseball team is filled with stars. And with only a few regular-season games remaining, Science Hill graduate Nate Conner has become one of the leaders
History and small business take center stage at Salt Fest in Malden
History, heritage and small business were front and center on Saturday for Salt Fest in Malden.
Growing Nashville: Resident-only parking sparks debate in 12 South business stretch
Parking problems are erupting in Nashville’s 12 South neighborhood after multiple side streets launched resident-only permit parking.
Coach Kerr to stick with Warriors on new contract: report
Steve Kerr has agreed to return as head coach of the Golden state Warriors after accepting a two-year contract, his agents told ESPN on Saturday.ESPN, citing unnamed league sources, said the two-year deal will keep Kerr as the highest-paid coach in the NBA annually.
Local vendor speaks on Lilac Festival's business boost for their business
Rochester, N.Y. Vendors at the Lilac Festival enjoyed a business boost for the next several days.
Myrtle Beach police: Driver arrested after chase, crashes into cars and business
A reckless driving stop in Myrtle Beach ended with a crash involving multiple vehicles, damage to a local business and three people taken to the hospital.
Arkansas health leaders push to improve maternal, infant care access in rural areas
Many Arkansas families welcoming a new baby are also navigating long drives, limited resources and difficult access to care, particularly in rural parts of the
NAMI provides mental health support for people across Louisiana
The National Alliance on Mental Illness, or NAMI, wants to make sure people know about available resources during Mental Health Awareness Month.
Field day with sports made accessible for people with physical disabilities hosted at WMU
Activities like sit volleyball and adaptive golf took over Western Michigan University's (WMU) recreation center on Saturday.
Seattle beer garden employee found fatally shot inside business
Seattle police are investigating a homicide after a man was found dead Saturday morning at a business in the city’s Lake City neighborhood, authorities said.
Mitt Romney returns to political fundraising, backs Susan Collins at Salt Lake City event
Former Massachusetts governor and Utah Senator Mitt Romney made his first foray back into national politics since retiring.
Nintendo R&D expenses increase 23% from last fiscal year suggesting new hardware could be in works
An eagle-eyed Redditor has noticed that Nintendo’s Resource and Development expenses have surged by 23% from the last fiscal year, suggesting that new hardware is being worked on. You never know what…
Parking Wars: Beaverton to crackdown as residents, businesses debate enforcement
Crowded streets, double-parked cars and drivers circling for spaces in Beaverton have sparked debate over how the city should address parking problems.
Lewiston mental health organization merges with Sweetser
A Lewiston-based mental health provider is merging with one of the states largest behavioral health organizations.
Colorado lawmakers eye 5% fee on online gaming ‘skins,’ other game features
Colorado lawmakers are seeking to impose a new fee on online game purchases, in particular targeting “add-on transactions,” referring to features or enhancements that players can buy. Sponsors said they want to earmark the new revenue toward youth mental health services. The sponsors are pushing the new revenue source amid a budget deficit and at […]
Iran’s injured supreme leader out of public view but still shaping strategy, US intel assesses
US intelligence assesses that Iran’s new supreme leader is playing a critical role in shaping war strategy alongside senior Iranian officials, according to multiple sources familiar with the intelligence. The reports found that precise authority within a now-fractured regime remains unclear, but that Mojtaba Khamenei is likely helping direct how Iran is managing negotiations with the US to end the war.
Montana commerce dept. announces funding for Native American owned tourism businesses
The Montana Department of Commerce has announced that 21 Montana businesses will share $210,000 dollars of funding to assist small start-up or expanding Native
Disaster recovery loans available to qualifying homeowners, businesses, nonprofits
Parts of Northern Indiana are still recovering after a devastating tornado tore through the area in March.Indiana Governor Mike Braun also issued a state disast
French bulldogs top U.S. popularity list, but vet warns of serious health risks
French bulldogs have surged to become the most popular dog breed in the U.S., winning over owners with their small size and distinctive looks.But veterinarians
Google will put more links to websites in AI Overviews
Google's AI search will start citing its sources in several new ways.
Petaluma businesses earn California Green Business Certification; community invited to celebrate May 12
A cohort of 16 forward-thinking Petaluma businesses has successfully achieved or are working to achieve California Green Business Certification through a collaborative program led by local climate action nonprofit, Cool Petaluma. The initiative supports businesses in adopting environmentally responsible practices that reduce waste, conserve resources, and improve operational efficiency.
Smith Entertainment Group restarts off-season redevelopment of the Delta Center
With the Jazz and Mammoth wrapping up their 2025-26 seasons, the Smith Entertainment Group has restarted its work to transform the Delta Center.At the start of
Alabama college receives $1.8 million grant to improve maternal and child health
UAB’s School of Public Health will receive $1.8 million over the next five years from the Health Resources and Services Administration as a Center of Excellence in Maternal and Health Education.
Exclusive: Kennedy's health officials explored US ban of some widely used antidepressants, sources say
U.S. health department officials last week explored whether they could ban certain drugs in a widely prescribed class of antidepressants as Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. prepared to roll out a plan to reduce their use, according to two people familiar with the discussions.
Austin Public Health confirms first Travis County measles case of 2026
Austin Public Health confirmed a measles case in Travis County, the first since 2025, involving an unvaccinated adult male who contracted the virus while travel
New Mexico health officials reassure residents about hantavirus risk following cruise ship outbreak
New Mexico health officials seek to reassure residents about hantavirus following cruise ship outbreak that sickened people
Mom's Health: Many women face a stressful surprise after starting a family
Doctors say a common source of anxiety can be addressed with a little planning.
Public health officials warn of rise in measles, as Va. hantavirus patient under monitor
As summer travel season is a factor in disease spread, state and federal government leaders offer guidance and resources.
Seattle mayor praises Amazon, big businesses for housing contributions
He added that the Brighton housing is intended for frontline workers, seniors and service providers, not Amazon corporate employees.
Gov. Meyer signs executive orders aimed at small business support
Governor Matt Meyer signed two executive orders in Milford during Small Business Week, focusing on supporting small and diverse businesses. The orders aim to improve access to state resources and
P-O middle school field trip turns into stream science lesson on abandoned mine drainage
Philipsburg-Osceola Cold Stream mine drainage field trip
Israel support becomes political fault line in both parties
Support for Israel has long been considered a cornerstone of American foreign policy.
How Disneyland Remade American Politics
America is turning 250, and The Free Press is marking the occasion with a yearlong series of events, conversations, and stories celebrating our country’s history. Today, we’re taking a journey with historian Beverly Gage to Southern California. Beverly traded the archives for the open road for her new book, This Land is Your Land: A Road Trip Through U.S. History. We’re proud to publish an excerpt, on the theme park that shaped American politics—and the presidents who loved it. —The Editors On July 17, 1955, Ronald Reagan stood near a mocked-up wood-plank town in Anaheim, California, where a 13-star flag flew incongruously over an “Old West” landscape, and introduced the world to Disneyland. He had been invited by Walt Disney himself to co-host the park’s live ABC broadcast, alongside Art Linkletter and Bob Cummings—three Hollywood actors who seemed to embody a wholesome, all-American ethos. From the imagined past of Frontierland, the show leaped ahead to Tomorrowland, set in the far-off year of 1986, emphasizing the technical marvels yet to come: nuclear energy harnessed for civilian purposes, human beings riding rocket ships into space. Disney foretold great things for a 1980s in which the United States would serve as “a source of joy and inspiration to all the world.” But even he could not predict the most important political fact of the age: that his genial co-host would become president. Southern California was a strange place to build a park about the past, because the region at the time was all about newness and abundance and growth. For a lot of its history, Orange County had been Southern California’s version of flyover country: a vast agricultural expanse between two desirable places, Los Angeles and San Diego. But Disneyland was changing that. Before long, 50 miles south of deep-blue Hollywood, Orange County would become a region famed for its right-wing politics—but also for its mythmaking skills. Those two things, it turned out, went naturally together. ADVERTISEMENT The two presidents Southern California gave America both understood this instinctively. Richard Nixon and Reagan each built a national career on invoking a version of the American past in which the specificities of historical context mattered less than the big picture. For Nixon, progress meant proclaiming a “New American Revolution” on the eve of America’s bicentennial while dismantling the federal programs that had built the postwar middle class. For Reagan, it meant recapturing a lost optimism and an old-fashioned faith in America as an exceptional nation. Both men were less interested in history as it actually happened than in history as it felt—and Orange County, a place that had built itself almost entirely from scratch, turned out to be exactly where the myth of America’s future was getting made. I’m a historian—and historians tend to be myth-busters. With the country’s 250th birthday on the horizon, I figured it was a good time to step out of the ivory tower and check in with the past as it exists here and now, at the museums and monuments and roadside attractions where Americans go to learn about their history. After all my travels—to Davy Crockett’s Tennessee and Texas, to the real Erie Canal, to the birthplace of the American automobile and the actual Old West—I couldn’t miss out on Disneyland, the single most influential historic attraction in U.S. history.
US Sen. Heinrich tells NM small business leaders he’ll ‘push back against policies’ behind inflation
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) met with New Mexico business leaders to hear their concerns about the rising costs of doing business.
Southern Door schools to cut teachers, sports after referendum fails
After voters turned down a referendum last month, the Southern Door County School District says it will make cuts.
Kirkland police search 3 businesses, arrest 2 people suspected of promoting prostitution
Law enforcement conducted searches at three Kirkland businesses and arrested two people on Tuesday in connection with suspected human trafficking and promoting
Ted Danson is 'doing some things differently' after a recent health scare
Don’t worry, Ted Danson is doing okay. But he did have a health scare that forced him to make some changes in his life.