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state law

Bears Before Bikes: Protecting McNeil River's Wild Heart

December 26, 2025

Alaska's McNeil River State Game Sanctuary is a special place. It's home to a huge number of brown bears. These bears are the main attraction. The sanctuary has been open to visitors for a long time. People usually arrive by floatplane. But now, there's a plan to allow wheel planes to land there too

technology

Trump's Bold Move to Control AI Rules

December 12, 2025

The Trump administration is taking a strong stance on artificial intelligence (AI) regulation. On Thursday, Trump signed an executive order that aims to challenge state laws governing the AI industry. This order sets up an "AI Litigation Task Force" within the Justice Department to sue states over t

technology

Trump's Move to Unify AI Rules Nationwide

December 12, 2025

President Donald Trump took a big step to control how artificial intelligence is regulated across the United States. He signed an order that aims to create a single set of rules for AI at the national level, instead of letting each state make its own laws. This move is seen as a way to stop states

politics

Medical Debt and Credit Scores: A New Battle

October 29, 2025

The Trump administration has recently taken a stance that could impact millions of Americans struggling with medical debt. By issuing new guidelines, they are challenging state laws designed to protect consumers from having medical debt affect their credit scores. Several states, including Washingt

politics

A Shot in the Dark: South Carolina's Hate Crime Debate

July 29, 2025

A recent incident in Richland County has sparked a heated discussion about the need for a statewide hate crimes law in South Carolina. On July 17, a man named Jonathan Felkel allegedly shot at a Black neighbor in the Spring Valley neighborhood, and he was arrested under a new local hate intimidation

politics

Politicians on Edge: Security in the Spotlight After Minnesota Tragedy

June 17, 2025

In the wake of a shocking incident in Minnesota, federal lawmakers are taking a hard look at their safety. A man has been accused of killing a state representative and her husband, as well as injuring another lawmaker and his spouse. This event has sparked fresh worries about the safety of politicia

sports

College Sports: New Rules, Big Questions

May 22, 2025

College sports is on the brink of big changes. A major settlement is almost finalized, and it's shaking things up. The focus now is on how to make sure everyone follows the new rules. This is a big deal because the penalties for breaking the rules could be harsh. Schools might face fines, suspension

politics

States Fight Back: The Tariff Showdown

April 24, 2025

A group of twelve states took a stand against the federal government. They filed a lawsuit. The reason? They believe the government is breaking the rules by raising taxes through tariffs. These tariffs were put in place using a law called the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. This law giv

health

The Impact of Opioid Limits on Joint Surgery Recovery

April 9, 2025

Opioids are still crucial for managing pain after major surgery. This is especially true for older adults who have had total joint replacements. More than 80% of these patients get at least one opioid prescription after their surgery. This is a significant number, considering the ongoing opioid cris

politics

New York Stands Up to Louisiana's Abortion Ban

February 14, 2025

New York's governor has stepped in to prevent a doctor from being sent to Louisiana. This doctor is accused of sending abortion pills to a teenager in Louisiana. The governor's decision is a big deal because it sets up a potential legal fight. The fight will be about whether states that support abor