Some Muslim Immigrants Distrust Census in Trump Era
Arabic-speaking immigrants are wary of answering questions from government employees, including census workers, focus groups have found.
Surprise Medical Billing: Some States Ahead of Feds
Nine states have laws to stop unexpected, out-of-network medical bills.
What Happens to Community Bonds When a Neighborhood Gentrifies
A study of demographic changes in Philadelphia neighborhoods finds that an influx of more-affluent newcomers can erode community ties—or strengthen them.
States Move to Ban Gay Conversion Therapy
Massachusetts lawmakers approved a bill to outlaw the therapy, which aims to change their sexual orientation, for young people.
Movement to Allow Campaign Funds to Pay for Child Care Dealt Setback in Connecticut
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Amazon to locate new offices across a very short bridge ... Arizona considers fining teachers for influencing student political views … St. Paul loses its bikes.
Voter ID Laws Don’t Seem to Suppress Minority Votes—Despite What Many Claim
COMMENTARY | States may have passed these laws with the aim of reducing turnout. But new evidence suggests that they have a minimal or nonexistent effect.
A Silicon Valley Approach To Financing Affordable Housing
COMMENTARY | Both innovative and on brand: San Francisco is using an accelerator to get money to affordable housing developers
Navigating the Justice System, Victims Find Comfort with Courthouse Dogs
Courthouse companion dogs offer emotional support for victims and witnesses in 39 states.
Oklahoma Tries New Strategy and New Target in Opioid Lawsuit
The state recently agreed on a big settlement with Purdue Pharma and now wants Johnson & Johnson to disclose opioid marketing documents.
Church Scores Federal Court Win in Zoning Dispute With Village
The case involved religious discrimination claims and attracted the attention of the Justice Department.
The National Teacher Shortage is Worse Than Previously Thought, Researchers Say
The deficit is particularly bad in high-poverty districts, according to the Economic Policy Institute.
Justice Department Says Alabama Prisons Plagued by Violence
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Mississippi city to stop jailing people unable to pay fines … Michael Brown’s mother loses council race in Ferguson, Missouri … New Mexico bans coyote-killing contests.
‘A Pileup of Inequities’: Why People of Color Are Hit Hardest by Homelessness
Forty percent of people experiencing homelessness are black.
Anti-Vaxxers Appear to Be Losing Ground in the Online Vaccine Debate
COMMENTARY | Social media activity suggests that pro-vaccine evidence may be starting to outweigh anti-vaxxer disinformation.
Death Penalty Repeal Stalls in Colorado
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Chicago elects a new mayor ... Keeping public comments alive at a Nebraska county board ... Disaster relief disagreements stall bill.
We Have A Trust Problem When it Comes to Homelessness. Better Data Can Help.
COMMENTARY | If regions aren’t unified in how they define and measure homelessness, they can’t even begin to tackle the problem. Here’s what we recommend.
Amid Teen Vaping Boom, States Raise Age for E-Cigarette and Tobacco Sales to 21
Soon at least 11 states are slated to have higher age limits in place.
How the Country’s Hottest Rental Market Is Trying to Cool Down
As California’s governor tackles a state-wide housing crisis, he’s looking to cities like San Jose to invest in a smorgasbord of potential solutions.
Most States Not Spending Enough on Neediest School Districts
New research found that most states do not allocate resources according to which school districts need it most.
Gun-Rights Counties Vow to Resist New State Restrictions
As legislatures approved new firearm laws over the last year, some counties have resisted, calling themselves Second Amendment 'sanctuaries.'
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