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Newsmakers: New hires for Southern NH Health, Montagne Powers
Southern NH Health hires Baldi
Why keeping lawmakers in DC during shutdown may have caused more harm than good
Congress left Washington without resolving DHS funding crisis because no deal was close, avoiding potential mayhem from keeping lawmakers idle during shutdown.
New York lawmakers seek rent control to protect small businesses
A new bill would regulate rents and leases for bodegas, restaurants, and mom-and-pop shops.
BYU sports tickets soon an acceptable gift for Utah lawmakers
The Utah Legislature is on track to approve a new lobbying bill that will allow lawmakers to receive tickets to BYU sports games as gifts.
WORC offering small business assistance
State lawmakers and members of the Shapiro administration recently announced the launch of the Women’s Opportunities Resource Center PA Small Business
Lawmakers consider property tax cap as mayors, business owners clash over impact
Some business owners say rising tax rates are forcing them to make tough decisions about staying open.
Lawmakers talk zoning changes, homeschooling: CT politics news
Plus: Talk of bans on non-disclosure agreements and sale-leasebacks of hospitals, Medicaid reimbursement rates and more.
State Lawmakers Seek Restraints on Wage Garnishment for Medical Debt
At least eight states are considering legislation to curtail wage garnishment over unpaid medical bills, as health care costs rise and more people become underinsured.
Texas lawmakers react to Supreme Court striking down Trump's tariffs
Lawmakers across Texas are weighing in on Friday’s Supreme Court ruling that struck down President Donald Trump’s far-reaching global tariffs.
Florida lawmakers aim to boost high school sports, extracurriculars
A roundup of Florida education news from around the state
Future of trans health care in NY uncertain with renewed federal funding threats
State lawmakers and LGBTQ+ advocates scramble to protect access to gender-affirming care in the face of Trump administration threats.
Lawmakers say they’ve been stonewalled by DHS, undercutting attempts to hold Trump officials accountable
Lawmakers who oversee the Department of Homeland Security say the agency has repeatedly stymied their requests for information in recent months, with even some Republicans alleging they’ve had phone calls go unanswered and data requests left to languish.
Leading US Research Lab Appears to Be Squeezing Out Foreign Scientists
House Democrats are demanding answers from the National Institute of Standards and Technology and urging it to halt rumored changes they say could undermine its mission.
Florida lawmakers vote to rename Palm Beach airport after Trump
Lawmakers in Florida approved legislation on Thursday renaming the Palm Beach International Airport after U.S. President Donald Trump.
Chicago Bears Move One Step Closer to Northwest Indiana
The Chicago Bears’ long-running stadium search moved closer to becoming reality in Northwest Indiana on Thursday, as state officials signaled Hammond as the preferred site and lawmakers advanced legislation designed to support construction of a new NFL stadium. The shift comes as excitement around the franchise has surged following a strong season that included a […] The post Chicago Bears Move One Step Closer to Northwest Indiana appeared first on Capital B Gary.
Getting hands-on with LEDs and logic to make science tangible in the classroom
How do you make the complex reality of chips and electronics accessible to a broad audience? TU/e researcher Elles Raaijmakers believes an educational game can do just that. In the game I.C. Tycoon (working ...
Gov. Tim Walz faces tough political reality as he seeks to assert himself in final year in office
Republicans in the tied Minnesota House are already signaling opposition to the governor’s policy agenda, setting up early clashes as lawmakers returned to St. Paul this week.
Lamar Wilkerson, Indiana pursue season sweep of No. 12 Purdue
Purdue coach Matt Painter seemingly conceded the Big Ten regular-season crown to top-ranked Michigan after the No. 7 Boilermakers' home loss to the Wolverines on Tuesday night.
Future of sports betting in South Carolina up for debate at State House
Lawmakers are considering a bill that would legalize sports betting in South Carolina, potentially opening up millions of dollars in revenue for the state.
Daniel Miller
Daniel Miller is a reporter at POLITICO covering the intersection of entertainment, media, sports, technology and politics.Part of POLITICO’s California team since 2026, he examines how Hollywood and Southern California function as engines of political power. Daniel also covers the rainmakers, dealmakers and cultural figures who shape policy debates, elections and public life far beyond the state’s borders.Daniel previously spent 13 years at the Los Angeles Times, most recently as an enterprise reporter in the newspaper’s Metro department, where he worked on investigations and features. He wrote about allegations of sexual misconduct at L.A.’s Magic Castle, chronicled the cratering ventures of a celebrity vegan chef and detailed themystery of a missing million-dollar pocket watch once owned by J.P. Morgan. In 2019, he wrote, reported and hosted "Larger Than Life," an award-winning podcast about the life of an enigmatic L.A. street racer.He previously covered the business of entertainment for The Times, examining the fraught political ties between the Walt Disney Co. and the city of Anaheim, probing the world of second-tier talent agents operating on Hollywood’s fringes and uncovering allegations involving several #MeToo figures.Daniel was named Journalist of the Year at the 2015 National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards and, a year later, received the L.A. Press Club’s Entertainment Journalist of the Year award. He was also a finalist for the 2016 Loeb Awards for "Selling Stardom," a series on unscrupulous Hollywood operators. His narrative reporting has been honored by organizations including the Society for Features Journalism, the National Association of Black Journalists and the Motor Press Guild.Daniel began his career reporting in Southern California, writing for the Ventura County Star, the Los Angeles Business Journal and the Hollywood Reporter. He attended Beverly Hills High School and UCLA. He lives in Los Angeles.
Michigan lawmakers use political funds for rent, car expenses, Netflix
Lawmakers use of campaign and PAC funds for personal expenses raise questions about campaign finance laws, a Detroit News investigation finds.
Peru congress elects Jose Balcazar as new interim president
Peruvian lawmakers on Wednesday elected Jose Balcazar as the country's new interim president ahead of general elections in April, making him the country's eighth president in as many years.
Understanding the Proposed Health Insurance Cut in HB 500, the Kentucky House Budget - Kentucky Center for Economic Policy
As introduced, the House Budget (HB 500) inserts new and unprecedented language that caps the state’s contributions to employee health insurance, shifting costs to current and former state and school employees. In letters sent to lawmakers and to the 310,000 members of the Kentucky Employees Health Plan (KEHP), the state Personnel Cabinet indicated this cap […]
Moderna got a win from the FDA, but political headwinds remain a concern for vaccine makers
The firestorm has highlighted the perilous environment that Moderna and other vaccine makers find themselves
Nebraska lawmakers, business groups criticize auditor's findings on tax incentives
Sen. Brad von Gillern of Elkhorn said the incentives "have led to billions of dollars in investment in the state and created tens of thousands of jobs" since their creation.
Colorado lawmakers must stem our health care cost crisis
By Ali Rakestraw I’m a family physician and lifelong Coloradan, and I’m watching a health care crisis unfold in real time. Every day, I see patients struggling to afford the care they desperately need — and it’s about to get much worse. The federal government has slashed Medicaid funding, let Affordable-Care-Act enhanced subsidies expire, and […]
New Mexico lawmakers pass measure aimed at investigating Epstein’s Zorro Ranch
New Mexico’s House of Representatives has approved creating a bipartisan special committee to investigate the ranch that the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein owned in the state.
Peru’s Congress Removes President Jerí After Four Months in Office
Peru’s President José Jerí was ousted by congress after just four months in office, as lawmakers forced him out for failing to declare meetings with Chinese businessmen and for allegedly hiring unqualified young women to work with him.
The Latest: Partial government shutdown over DHS oversight seems poised to drag on
Lawmakers and the White House offered no signs of compromise over the holiday weekend in their battle over oversight of federal immigration officers that has led to a pause in funding for the Department of Homeland Security
Northland seen as paradigm of film industry development
A panel at Explore Minnesota's annual tourism conference highlighted the successes Duluth and the Iron Range have had attracting filmmakers and audiences.
Effort to save, reform Business Council advances; Freedom Caucus presses to defund it.
A Senate committee passed a measure Monday to reform the agency, with an amendment to put lawmakers in charge rather than form a task force.
Trump Sought Vast Budget Cuts. Congress Granted Few.
In a series of deals over the past three months, lawmakers rejected some of the president’s most aggressive attempts to whittle down the government.
Democrats propose New Hampshire abortion and reproductive health shield law
A group of Democratic state lawmakers are attempting to enact an abortion shield law in New Hampshire in an effort to protect those seeking reproductive health care in the state from out-of-state restrictions.
Home health aides play a vital role
Lawmakers must ensure home care receives its fair share, a reader writes.
Arizona Sports' 2026 Newsmakers Week
Some of the biggest decision makers and other figures in Arizona sports join Bickley & Marotta for Newsmakers Week.
Lawmakers question Maine’s health department after federal audit
Lawmakers pressed the Maine Department of Health and Human Services over a federal audit finding $45 million in potentially improper payments
WA lawmakers want to restrict ICE access to schools, health facilities
A Democratic-backed bill in Washington would require judicial warrants or court orders for ICE to get into schools, day cares and emergency rooms.
California's Unfinished Business | Helping lawmakers hold themselves accountable
CBS News California built a first-of-its-kind public accountability tool tracking state audit recommendations to lawmakers — detailing what lawmakers were told to fix, how audit-backed bills died, and...
California's Unfinished Business | Helping lawmakers hold themselves accountable
Vaccine Makers Curtail Research and Cut Jobs
Federal policies under Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that are hostile to vaccines have “sent a chill through the entire industry,” one scientist said.
Aliens are ‘real,’ Obama says, as Washington shrugs
The former president appeared to confirm decades-old conspiracy theories. Lawmakers say Barack Obama is simply saying what many Americans already believe.
Funnel week: Bills face major deadline this week at the Iowa Statehouse
Monday kicked off the first funnel week of the 2026 Iowa legislative session. The major deadline funnels down the number of bills that state lawmakers can continue to work on.
'An alarm bell': Los Alamos Visiting Nurse Service shutters amid turmoil for home health care
The closure should serve as a warning for the industry and policymakers, said the leader of a home and hospice care association.
University researchers develop interactive website to compare legal, social science concepts
Researchers and policymakers can compare how other researchers from all around the world view concepts related to social science and law after University professors and graduate students launched a new platform, according to a Feb. 5 news release. The Sartori.network platform is part of a series of tools developed by the Concept Integration in Comparative...
Scientists sound alarm over 'silent pandemic' that could kill more people than cancer by 2050: 'No one is speaking about it'
"Future mortality will depend on how health systems, policymakers, and societies address the risks now."
Leaders respond to Missouri’s move to take control of high school sports
Missouri leaders are speaking out after lawmakers move to seize control of high school sports.
Government shutdown, immigration demands and midterm politics collide as funding fight continues
Lawmakers left Capitol Hill for recess as the federal government entered another partial shutdown after negotiations over funding for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security stalled, leaving thousands of federal workers and travelers facing uncertainty.
AAAS Annual Meeting highlights ASU's growing role in national science research
Scientists, policymakers and students gathered to spotlight science, policy and innovation on a global stage.
In Munich, Lawmakers Concede Scars Remain After Trump’s Greenland Threat
Congress members said that President Trump’s coveting of Greenland had left a mark, even as they expressed hope for a less bellicose approach to foreign relations.
Katie Britt on DHS shutdown negotiations: ‘We won’t walk away from enforcing the law’
The Department of Homeland Security shut down Friday night after lawmakers failed to reach a deal to fund the agency.
America can avoid a public health crisis by saving this one alert system
U.S. policymakers use a secret weapon to uncover widespread threats to public health. This tool enabled them to discover that Americans had high blood lead levels from leaded gasoline. It warned th…
Chinese automakers want to come to US. They could be here fairly soon
Chinese cars could be at an American dealership sooner than you think, and that’s good news for US consumers.
Beth Fukumoto: The Important Science Of Hakalau Forest
A recent trip to the remote refuge shows that environmental restoration is possible with commitment from policymakers and the public.
Politics: Area lawmakers weigh in on U.S. House votes against Canada tariffs
The U.S. House of Representatives voted on Wednesday to disapprove of the “national emergency” that was declared by President Donald Trump in order to raise tariffs on Canada. The vote
Politics Take Center Stage at the Berlinale as Social Media Backlash Looms
As press conference remarks are clipped and amplified online, some filmmakers worry that speaking freely could invite instant backlash.
Oregon shelves Medicaid reform bill despite looming federal deadline for big changes
Lawmakers killed a bill to rewrite the Oregon Health Plan, but federal rules will require it to change anyway.
Minneapolis upends WA lawmakers’ political playbook, DHS funding
The fallout halted the final stretch of negotiations as Democrats demanded restrictions on immigration agents in exchange for votes for DHS funding.
Under oath and unredacted: The top political stories on Epstein this week
Attorney General Pam Bondi faced pointed questions on Capitol Hill, and lawmakers continued to press the Justice Department about its decision to redact certain information.
Trump privately lashes out at GOP lawmakers over racist video blowback, sources say
While President Donald Trump had critical words for Republicans who spoke out against him, he’s been less critical of the unnamed staffer whom the White House blamed for the debacle, telling reporters on Thursday that he has no plans to discipline the person.
A look back at this week in politics and what to expect for the upcoming legislative session
The headline across the state, and country, is that the Trump Administration plans to draw down the number of federal agents in Minnesota. There were also multiple hearings on Capitol Hill involving congressional and state lawmakers.
Love shouldn't cost a thing, but romance scammers bilk $1 billion from Americans
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are now stepping in to try and address the issue
Maryland lawmakers 'disheartened' by persistent inequities in Black maternal health outcomes
Persistent inequities in Black maternal health outcomes 'dishearten' Maryland lawmakers
Los Angeles County Public Health set to close 7 clinics due to significant funding cuts
Director Pablo Larraín Launches Pijama, Affordable Movie Rental Service to Help Fix the Distribution Business (Exclusive)
Co-founded with his brother and producing partner, Juan de Dios Larraín, the new TVOD platform offers filmmakers pricing control, 80 percent revenue share and global territory flexibility.
'It's absurd': DHS shutdown bears down on US as lawmakers jet off to Europe
Senators and members of the House headed to the Munich Security Conference without first securing a deal to fund DHS. Their colleagues aren't happy with the decision.
Paris says 'oui' to booming business of romantic proposals
STORY: This Texan couple have been dating for one year.And Josue Perales wanted extra special celebrations with his girlfriend Kayla Balboa. On a candlelit terrace, overlooking the Eiffel Tower, she says "yes".Balboa had always wanted a Paris proposal. "She's always been mentioning how...""This is my dream place.""This is her dream... well, here we are."To make sure every detail was perfect, Perales employed the help of a local marriage proposal planning agency.And he's not the only one.Paris is seeing a surge in demand for elaborate marriage proposals like this one.Thanks to social media, TV shows and events showcasing the "City of Love", the entire industry catering to love-struck couples willing to pay thousands for unforgettable moments is booming.Les Entremetteuses, or "The Matchmakers", helped Perales get his "yes".Founder Pauline Le Tendre says Valentine's Day is her "busiest day of the year."But she says she's busy all year round - after demand started growing in 2019, with a brief lull during the pandemic."Once the borders reopened, it steadily increased. After that, there were a couple of boosts with (the TV show) 'Emily in Paris,' the Paris Olympics also. We had a lot of work after the Games."The company's proposal packages start at 590 euros, or just under $700, for a proposal on the Seine river banks.The average spend can go up to $2,400 - with some clients spending more for extras, like performers.:: Kiss Me in Paris/Artem Martynov & Anastasia KalynaFor those wanting to splurge even more, Kiss Me in Paris has them covered.The agency says its clients typically spend an average of about $12,000 on their experiences - or as much as some $118,000.:: Kiss Me in Paris/Tuan Nguyen FilmsLuxurious proposals are choreographed in high-end hotels, aboard yachts on the Seine, or in authentic French chateaux."To just be able to, in your social circles, say, 'We got engaged in Paris,' is great, right? It has prestige, it has cachet." That's Cengiz Ozelsel, who co-founded Kiss Me in Paris with his wife Chantelle Marie Streete.They say bookings have more than doubled since 2015.While the more budget-friendly Oui Love Paris agency told Reuters, its bookings have quadrupled since 2020.For many planners, though, the payoff is more than just numbers."I absolutely love it because... people are inviting you into their lives at one of the most special times in their lives."
Congress Jets Off as D.H.S. Shuts Down
Despite a deadlock over funding for the agency, lawmakers left town and left Democratic and White House negotiators to try to work out a deal in their absence.
Arundhati Roy quits Berlin film festival over ‘stay out of politics’ comment
Author says she is ‘disgusted’ by claim from jury president Wim Wenders that film-makers should remain apolitical
What services are affected by the Homeland Security shutdown? What you need to know
Another shutdown for parts of the federal government is expected this weekend as lawmakers debate new restrictions on President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement agenda.
This Week in Sports: 2-13-26
Women’s basketball drops two The Scots hosted Gustavus Adolphus on Saturday afternoon, and despite strong performances from Sydnee Smith’ 27 and Mary Daley ’27, fell 56-41. Smith and Daley combined for 30 points, but the Scots couldn’t get their other playmakers going despite keeping it close through the first quarter and winning the fourth quarter....
Inside Iowa Politics: Whether EV makers can sell vehicles in Iowa
Iowa legislators face an upcoming deadline if they want to change the law to allow electric vehicle manufacturers to sell directly to consumers in the state.
Health care access a top complaint among troops, top enlisted leaders tell lawmakers
A Democratic senator also questioned whether the services are doing everything they can to increase child care slots.
Health care access a top complaint among troops, top enlisted leaders tell lawmakers
A Democratic senator also questioned whether the services are doing everything they can to increase child care slots.
Department of Homeland Security on track to shut down with lawmakers leaving Washington and an unresolved ICE fight
A bitterly divided Washington is headed for its third government funding lapse of President Donald Trump’s second term — this time, a partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security over the issue of federal immigration enforcement.
Politics Friday: Lawmakers outline their priorities for the 2026 legislative session
Friday at noon, MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks with four caucus leaders about the upcoming session and the work they hope to tackle.
Nevada lawmakers ponder parity of live entertainment taxes
Nevada’s live entertainment tax is charged on tickets to events like music concerts and sporting events. But exemptions to the tax abound.
Did Bondi Spy on Lawmakers’ Epstein Search History?
At her congressional hearing, the attorney general was seen with a document listing a Democrat’s searches of the DOJ’s Epstein files.
Nevada lawmakers ponder parity of live entertainment taxes
Tickets to a Beyoncé concert, a UFC match, and a Golden Knights game might all cost an arm and a leg. But the first will cost an arm and a leg plus 9%, the second plus 8%, and the third plus nothing at all. That’s because in the entertainment capital of the world, the taxes […]
Memphis People in Business for Feb. 12, 2026
A look at promotions, hirings, movers and newsmakers in the Memphis area business scene.
‘They put me on there to die’: conservatives unleash on GOP’s failures to carry out DOGE cost-cutting
The budget-slashing Department of Government Efficiency that upended the federal government at the start of President Donald Trump’s second term has stalled out on Capitol Hill, a reality that’s left conservative lawmakers fuming.
Non-alcoholic wine: a booming business searching for quality
Bertrand Degat, vineyard manager for French zero-alcohol wine producer French Bloom, winces visibly when recalling some of the criticism and snobbery he has encountered from his contemporaries.As the broader French wine sector undergoes a crisis, with some producers ripping up vines to plant olives or abricots, French Bloom and other non-alcoholic winemakers are booming.
Meet the high-profile Emirati business leader lawmakers are linking to Epstein ‘torture’ email
U.S. officials have identified DP World's Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem as the recipient of a 2009 email from Jeffrey Epstein regarding a supposed "torture video."
Former lawmakers turn their attention to rapidly expanding prediction markets
Former congressmen Sean Patrick Maloney and Patrick McHenry spoke to Spectrum News about prediction markets.
Republican lawmakers' early retirement rumors send shockwaves through House GOP
House Republican Rep. Neal Dunn of Florida has announced his plan to retire at the end of this congressional term, but rumors of an early departure are swirling.
Bondi pressed on Epstein files, political retribution by Justice Department
Bondi's testimony on the Epstein files was mostly punctuated by dramatic clashes with lawmakers — exchanges that happened as eight Epstein survivors attended the hearing.
Tillis pans 'political lawfare' after grand jury declines to indict Democratic lawmakers
The two-term senator has been a thorn in the president’s side even before he declared he wouldn’t seek reelection last June.
2025 US ACT on Health Equity Community Investments Recipients
Author: Kennesha VanBurch, Director, Health Equity and Community Investment Partnerships 2025 marks the fifth year of the US Accelerate Change Together (ACT) on Health Equity: Community Solutions Challenge (CSC) and National Strategic Collaborations (NSC). This year, we received more than 250 applications from organizations across the country dedicated to prioritizing the social, cultural and linguistic needs of communities that have experienced barriers to care and opportunity. The overwhelming response underscores the vital role these organizations play in advancing health equity at the local level and across the nation. Since the launch of ACT on Health Equity in 2021, the initiative has invested more than $18 million in nonprofit organizations and their health equity programming through CSC and NSC. This year, $3.4 million in funding has been provided to 47 nonprofit organizations that focus on healthcare access, nutrition and lung health. Together, we are making meaningful progress toward health equity across the US. Supporting Organizations Advancing Community Well-being and Health Equity The awarded organizations address critical needs across health, education, and social support through initiatives aligned with AstraZeneca’s areas of expertise, including lung disease, lung and breast cancer, and cardiology. Their work spans across culturally competent senior care, equitable healthcare access, cancer and chronic disease support, and preventive health education, as well as hunger relief, community gardening, dental and transportation services, and resources for underserved families. Together, they are working to remove barriers to care, reduce preventable conditions, and empower individuals and communities of all ages and backgrounds to achieve better health outcomes. Photo courtesy of Medical Motor Service of Rochester and Monroe County, Inc. Description: MMS driver speaking to a Wegmans shopper. GGWNY staff; Lincoln Memorial Church Community Garden and lead gardener Diane Learn more about our recipients and the impact they make within their communities below. Community Solutions Challenge Advocates for Women’s Health, Inc. Advocates for Women's Health exists to provide access to high quality prenatal care and gynecology care to lower-income communities in and around Fresno, CA. They operate a nonprofit OB/GYN clinic located in Fresno. American Rescue Workers (ARW) ARW is a faith-based, non-profit organization providing homelessness and hunger prevention services in Central PA since 1934. ARW cares holistically for men, women, and children who find themselves facing food insecurity, and emergency situations that may lead to homelessness, or an actual homeless crisis, by providing shelter and social services. ARW serves people no matter their faith, regardless of faith. Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California (AJSOCAL) AJSOCAL is a social justice organization that protects and strengthens the rights and dignity of AAPI communities, especially those that are most disadvantaged. Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy (BCEA) BCEA’s mission is to effectively assist individuals battling cancer by connecting them to vital support and resources. BCEA ensures that all relevant information reaches those in need, guiding them towards the resources necessary to fight their battle against cancer. Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa creates access to opportunities for self-sufficiency by providing innovative and compassionate services to people of all backgrounds, beliefs and cultures. Chosen Hearts Chosen Hearts’ mission is to rebuild lives and restore hope by fostering a sense of community and creating lasting, positive change. Columbia Student Medical Outreach The Columbia Student Medical Outreach Program (CoSMO) Clinic is the oldest and largest student-run free clinic at the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons at Columbia University. At its core, CoSMO is guided by the belief that all people—regardless of immigration or insurance status—deserve access to high-quality, equitable medical care. Eagle’s Nest Community Kitchen and Resource Center and Mobile Pantry Eagle’s Nest Community Kitchen, Resource Center and Mobile Pantry’s mission is to empower underserved and rural communities through hands-on STEM education grounded in sustainable agriculture. By combining mobile workshops, community gardens, and mentorship, they deliver accessible training in science, technology, engineering, and math that builds practical skills, advances food security, and fosters environmental stewardship. Through collaborative partnerships and by honoring local knowledge, they cultivate resilient communities and inspire the next generation of agricultural innovators. eClose Institute eClose Institute’s mission is to make medically relevant scientific discoveries using an education platform that embraces equality and empowers participants to contribute ideas, life experience and experimental data to improve disease treatment. Equal Hope Equal Hope is an organization dedicated to saving lives and improving quality of life by eliminating health inequities. This organization challenges the status quo in striving to understand the context of people’s lives and the barriers they experience to help them achieve better health outcomes for their lives. Through research, quality assessment and improvements, advocacy, education, and patient navigation, they approach health holistically to achieve sustainable outcomes and true health equity. Food For Free Committee Food For Free improves access to healthy food through establishing innovative programming and partnerships to overcome barriers and strengthen the community food system. They believe that access to healthy food is a fundamental right. Grassroots Gardens of Western New York (GGRWNY) The missions of GGRWNY is to share knowledge, powers, and resources to grow health food, heal systemic harm, and strengthen neighborhood connections through community gardens. Greater Providence YMCA (GPYMCA) GPYMCA builds healthy spirit, mind, and body for all, through inclusive programs and relationships grounded in core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Programs are intentionally designed to close equity gaps in health, education, and wellness. GPYMCA serves individuals and families across all life stages and income levels, including medically vulnerable and underserved populations. Hearts of Valor INC Hearts of Valor’s missions it to keep the heart pumping through advocacy, collaboration, education, and support. Ibn Sina Foundation Ibn Sina Foundation ensures the health of the community by providing integrated, preventive, and primary care in a clinical setting through the dissemination and application of health-related knowledge, thereby enhancing the quality of life for future generations. India Home India Home is a non-profit organization dedicated to addressing the needs of and empowering the South Asian and Indo-Caribbean senior immigrant community in New York City through culturally competent services. At India Home’s centers, seniors find community and resources through a diverse range of programs and activities. Programs include congregate meals, creative aging programs, case management programs, and educational talks on health, nutrition, financial safeguards and elder law. La Colaborativa La Colaborativa empowers the Latinx community, enhancing social and economic health, and holding institutional decision-makers accountable. Lancaster County Food Hub At the heart of the Lancaster County Food Hub’s (LCFH) work is a strong commitment to meeting basic human needs, fostering respectful relationships, and connecting neighbors with supportive services in a nurturing and welcoming environment. Guided by their vision of a Lancaster County where every individual is supported and empowered to live with dignity and stability, they strive to not only provide immediate relief but also to create pathways to lasting self-sufficiency. Maryland Foundation of Dentistry (MFD) MFD is dedicated to improving oral health outcomes and preserving dental function for one of the state’s most vulnerable populations: adults with intellectual, physical, and/or developmental disabilities who are unable to afford the cost of dental care. Maternity Care Coalition (MCC) The missions of MCC is to improve the health and well-being of pregnant women and parenting families and enhance school readiness for children 0-3. MCC achieves this through direct service, advocacy, and research, in collaboration with individuals, families, providers, and communities. Medical Motor Service of Rochester and Monroe County, Inc. Medical Motor Service of Rochester and Monroe County’s mission is to provide specialized transportation for community organizations, as well as individuals with disabilities and special needs to improve their independence and quality of life. Milwaukee Consortium for Hmong Health (MCHH) MCHH’s mission is to create a thriving and healthy Southeast Asian and Hispanic community by empowering families through education and screenings. MCHH utilizes established community health workers and focuses on addressing health disparities related to cancer and chronic disease among the Hmong, Bumese, Karen, Karenni, Lao, and Hispanic populations living in Milwaukee, WI and other areas if needed. Mission Hospice and Home Care Mission Hospice and Home Care is delivering compassionate support and exceptional care in the home for individuals and communities, guiding them with choice and dignity to navigate significant care decisions. North Alabama AHEC (NAAHEC) The mission of the NAAHEC is to improve healthcare access, quality, and equity in rural and underserved communities across North Alabama. They strengthen the health workforce - particularly through the development of community health workers by providing comprehensive training, resources, and advocacy. By fostering strong community partnerships and promoting healthcare literacy, NAAHEC aims to address disparities, improve outcomes, and cultivate a healthier future for North Alabama. Our Neighbors’ Table Hunger comes in many forms. Our Neighbors’ Table is committed to establishing a community that provides for the whole person with nourishing food, kindness and dignity. Panhandle Breast Health Panhandle Breast Health works to decrease breast cancer deaths by providing education and reducing financial barriers to increase screening rates. Pitney Meadows Community Farm Founded in 2026, Pitney Meadows Community Farm’s mission is to celebrate and explore agricultural education, healthy food production, and recreation. Located on 166 acres in the heart of the city of Saratoga Springs and preserved in perpetuity as a working farm, Pitney Meadows is a unique resource. Prince William County Community Foundation (PWCCF) PWCCF’s mission is to create a stronger, healthier, and more connected community by addressing critical needs in food insecurity, health & wellness, scholarship, and philanthropy. PWCCF is committed to empowering individuals and families through equitable access to nutritious food, comprehensive healthcare, educational opportunities, and community-driven support. By fostering partnerships and promoting sustainable solutions, PWCCF aims to enhance the quality of life for all, ensuring a brighter future for every member of their community. Raytown Christian Church (Raytown Summer Lunch Ministry) Raytown Summer Lunch Ministry’s mission is to provide nutritious and kid-friendly meals to children during the summer months when they are not in school and receiving school meals. Regents of the University of California, Davis UC Davis Health is improving lives and transforming health care by providing excellent patient care, conducting groundbreaking research, fostering innovative, interprofessional education, and creating dynamic, productive partnerships with the community. RSVP Volunteers RSVP Volunteers creates and runs unique community programs powered by skilled volunteers to advance education and wellness for all ages and strengthen nonprofits through capacity-building and volunteer services. Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, in collaboration with partners, provides dignified, equitable and consistent access to nutritious food, creating a foundation for community health. The Icla da Silva Foundation The mission of the Icla da Silva Foundation is to save the lives of patients whose only cure is a bone marrow transplant by providing financial, emotional, and logistical support to remove barriers to treatment. There With Care of the Bay Area Founded in 2012, the mission of There With Care of the Bay Area is to provide a wide range of meaningful and fundamental services to children and families during the critical phase of a medical crisis. Universal Community Health Center Universal Community Health Center’s mission is to provide quality and accessible healthcare to under-served communities and to provide a patient centered model of care to empower communities towards wellness. West Cancer Foundation West Cancer Foundation breaks through barriers to cancer care and improves patient outcomes by providing accessible patient resources, early detection and education, and community-based research. Westside Family Healthcare Westside Family Healthcare’s mission is to improve the health of communities by providing equal access to quality healthcare, regardless of ability to pay. National Strategic Collaborations Foundation of Asthma and Allergy Impact Rescue (AAIR) The mission of The Foundation for Asthma and Allergy Impact and Rescue (AAIR) is to make sure that every child is rescued at school, healthy at home, and connected to care. Family Reach Foundation Family Reach is a nonprofit that provides non-medical financial support to families facing cancer. Cancer treatment requires more than medicine — families need a roof over their heads and food on their tables to survive. If a family can’t meet these basic needs, cancer treatment takes a back seat. They work with patients, providers, and community organizations to challenge the systems that force families to choose between their health and their home. LUNGevity Foundation LUNGevity Foundation is transforming what it means to be diagnosed and live with lung cancer through research, advocacy, and community. This mission brings them closer to their vision: a world where no one dies of lung cancer. Association of Black Cardiologists The Association of Black Cardiologists is dedicated to preventing and treating cardiovascular disease, including stroke, through education, research, advocacy, and community engagement, striving for optimal health for all by eliminating disparities. Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation (CCF) The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation’s (CCF) mission is to find a cure and improve the quality of life for those affected by cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer). Founded in 2006, in Salt Lake City, UT, by a family who lost a loved one to cholangiocarcinoma, CCF has grown to become the leading global resource in research, education, and public awareness. ZERO Prostate Cancer Zero Prostate Cancer’s mission is to improve and save lives from prostate cancer through advocacy, awareness, education, and support. GO2 for Lung Cancer GO2 for Lung Cancer relentlessly confronts lung cancer on every front, every day, for everyone. As the nation’s leading lung cancer advocacy organization that was founded by patients and survivors, they are dedicated to increasing survival and quality of life for those at risk, diagnosed, and living with lung cancer. National Minority Quality Forum The National Minority Quality Forum (NMQF) is a national 501(c)(3) with a mission to reduce patient risk for all. Young Survival Coalition (Breast) Young Survival Coalition supports the young breast cancer community and ignites global collaboration to improve quality of life worldwide. Black Women’s Health Imperative Black Women’s Health Imperative’s mission is to solve the most critical health issues that Black women and girls face through innovative programs, transformative research, and lifesaving policies.
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NC lawmakers are prepping legislation that will address the revolving door between mental health and criminal justice systems.
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Three House Republicans cross party lines to block effort to shield Trump from challenges to his tariffs
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Justice Department un-redacts more names in Epstein files after pressure from lawmakers
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Two longtime North Carolina political rivals (and friends) are 'Talking About Politics.' Plus, PlayMakers' 'Primary Trust.'
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Missouri lawmakers scour for savings to shield disability, health programs from cuts
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