Trump turns homelessness response away from housing, toward forced treatment
Trump could find allies in blue cities and states as the public clamors for streets to be cleaned up.
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‘I am going through hell’: Job loss, mental health, and the fate of federal workers
The firings that began in February are taking a significant toll on federal employees’ mental health.
Electric vehicle range anxiety? Researchers develop new battery that could be a cure
Research in Florida could go a long way toward curing that concern.
Trump’s school choice push adds to momentum in statehouses
Federal moves might provide additional money for universal vouchers and scholarships.
Deadly, drug-resistant fungus CDC calls ‘urgent threat’ is spreading in hospitals
A fungus that preys on the sick and old is spreading in hospitals and senior care facilities.
Amid plummeting diversity at medical schools, a warning of DEI crackdown’s ‘chilling effect’
Education and health experts warn that, ultimately, this could harm patient care.
Thousands are suing states over sexual abuse in juvenile detention facilities
Even as more states try to take responsibility, lawmakers weigh the financial liability.
Trump wants to log more trees. He’ll need states’ help
States are increasingly leading projects in national forests.
Tribal health leaders say Medicaid cuts would decimate health programs
Medicaid is the largest third-party payer for Native American health programs.
Jersey Shore beach tag prices for 2025: How much it’ll cost to hit the sand
It’s almost that time of year again — Jersey Shore summer.
Why fans are still coming to ‘The Office’ 20 years later
Streaming has helped turn 'The Office' into an enduring pop culture touchstone.
Medicaid recipients struggle to find mental health care. Looming cuts could make it harder
Many mental health providers worry that Medicaid reimbursement rates will stagnate or even decline.
Nearly one-third of American adults now trust social media for financial advice: Why that’s a terrible idea
Younger Americans are even more likely than the average to seek out financial advice from social media.
For seniors with hoarding disorder, a support group helps confront stigma
‘Fight the Blight’ Pennsylvania program lifts them out of isolation, provides 16-week course
Her case changed trans care in prison. Now Trump aims to reverse course
Cristina Iglesias filed a lawsuit that changed treatment for transgender inmates in federal custody.
Health insurers made $41B the year COVID-19 landed. Why are they raising rates now?
General inflation has been making its way into health care provider budgets.
FDA crackdown on poppers prompts rush on popular gay party drug
There's a rush on Rush.
Flu deaths rise as anti-vaccine disinformation takes root
More are dying from flu as the Trump administration postpones planning for next fall.
Child tax credits, long a liberal priority, find favor in Republican states
All 11 states with refundable credits are led by Democratic governors and legislatures.
It’s time to fine-tune your guacamole
Take the focus away from watery elements and center it on the avocado -- and the heat.
Red flag laws are increasingly being used to protect gun owners in crisis
But gun safety advocates, law enforcement officers and health care workers think more lives could be saved.
What are people asking about COVID-19 – and what do doctors wish patients knew?
Questions have waned, at least among patients, one doctor said.
Trump’s science cuts have thrown the research world into chaos
Though the private sector has historically provided more funding for research and development in the U.S., experts say, Trump’s mass firings and freezing of billions of dollars appropriated by Congress...
K.W. Lee, known as the ‘godfather of Asian American journalism,’ dies
Lee died from natural causes on March 8, surrounded by his family in Sacramento
Transgender Americans weigh leaving US over Trump’s policies. Some already have
'I knew it was time to enact my emergency plan.'
Governors to laid-off federal workers: We’ll hire you
States with thousands of vacancies are recruiting and sweeping aside red tape.
Millions in US live in places where doctors don’t practice and telehealth doesn’t reach
In rural counties, poor internet connections mean little or no access to telehealth services.
Smoke detectors in the sky: Will wildfire affect bird behavior?
In Los Angeles, scientists are trying to understand how recent blazes will alter the region’s varied ecosystems.
In Altadena, a fight to save the trees that survived the fire
With trees deemed healthy being cut down, arborists unite to protect the thousands more that are tagged for removal
Thought inflation was bad? Health insurance premiums are rising even faster
Rising premiums also have hit government workers — and taxpayers.
MRNA vaccines, once a Trump boast, now face attacks from some in GOP
Many doctors worry a huge medical advance could be rolled back.
She co-founded the office that became DOGE. Now, she sees ‘irresponsible transformation’
She worries that DOGE’s approach could harm people who rely on public benefits such as Medicaid.
People with disabilities rely on Uber. Could a federal rule limit access?
A proposed rule could threaten partnerships that have expanded to more than 80 cities.
Tribes, Native students sue feds over education cuts
Native leaders say tribal colleges are unable to provide basic services.
Will Trump’s tariffs affect your travel plans to Mexico and Canada?
The tariff battle may bring indirect effects that could bump up travelers’ costs, anxieties or both.
Could Trump walk back Biden’s Colorado River deal-making? Nevada hopes so
Negotiators who represent Nevada, California and Arizona called for retracting the so-called “alternatives report."
States look at shoring up consumer protections as Trump hobbles federal watchdog
States have broad latitude in enforcing federal financial protections.
Raw milk jitters? In this immigrant LA subculture, they spike theirs with alcohol
Drinking unpasteurized milk is an old custom in dairy-producing regions of Mexico.
For tribal communities, federal cuts decimate core programs
The federal government’s unique role in supporting tribal services is not an act of generosity.
The rise and fall of fashion pioneer Forever 21
At its peak, Forever 21 operated 800+ stores worldwide and earned billions in revenue.
Turkey Tetrazzini the perfect potluck dish go-to
By Beth Dooley The Minnesota Star Tribune Perhaps it was the “exotic” name — turkey tetrazzini — as well as its ease of preparation that made it my mom’s signature...
Eyeing a friendly Supreme Court, Republicans push for the Ten Commandments in schools
It's been a hard sell for Christian lawmakers who say they also value the Constitution.
Republicans once wanted government out of health care. Trump voters see it differently
Government regulation of health care prices used to be heresy for most Republicans.
School cellphone bans spread across states, though enforcement could be tricky
Banning cellphone use in schools is rare, bipartisan common ground.
Teens are spilling dark thoughts to AI chatbots. Who’s to blame when something goes wrong?
AI-powered chatbots grew rapidly in use and popularity over the last two years.
Already-lagging broadband program faces more uncertainty under Trump
The Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program, known as BEAD, remains in planning phase.
Opioid cash grab: As federal funding dries up, states turn to settlement money
Financial headwinds have left many states hunting for alternative funds to maintain crucial services.
How to watch the 2025 Oscars on Sunday
This is the first year that the Oscars will stream live on Hulu.
As bird flu spreads, feds might undercut states by firing scientists, removing data
The avian influenza virus has killed millions of wild birds and led to emergency culling of commercial flocks.
With RFK Jr. in charge, supplement makers see chance to cash in
The FDA is already limited in policing claims of health benefits by makers of supplements.
Killing 166 million birds hasn’t helped poultry farmers stop H5N1. Is there a better way?
Bird flu plowed through the commercial chickens, turkeys and ducks with nearly 100% mortality rate.
Health clinic workers brush up on constitutional protections as immigration raids loom
Fear of mass deportations has gripped immigrant communities.
GOP-led lawsuit that could dismantle disability protections draws public backlash
Advocates say the suit over transgender protections imperils federal safeguards for people with disabilities.
Trump froze out Project 2025 in his campaign. Now its blueprint is his health care playbook
Funding cuts to the NIH were presaged in Project 2025’s “Mandate for Leadership."
Sanctuary policies can’t stop ICE arrests
The laws under scrutiny generally limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities.
3 winter salads you’ll actually crave (Just ask Jennifer Aniston)
Tasty and healthful, dishes likely to banish season's chill
Election officials blast Trump’s ‘retreat’ from protecting voting against foreign threats
There is a direct correlation between pervasive election disinformation and political violence, election officials warn.
Red states embrace Trump’s crackdown on remote government work
Experts say the president has turned the work-from-home debate into a partisan fight.
The 45 companies on the MAGA anti-DEI hit list
Forty-five companies have been attacked for their DEI efforts.
How Mexico’s president has kept Trump at bay — for now
Her steady hand has calmed nervous markets and boosted her popularity at home.
Trump’s cuts to federal wildfire crews could have ‘scary’ consequences
States, tribes and fire chiefs are preparing for a fire season with minimal federal support.
More eggs are being confiscated at the US-Mexico border amid the bird flu outbreak
More people are attempting to bring eggs across the border, authorities say.
18 ways to save money on groceries
Prices of essentials like groceries remain uncomfortably high for many Americans.
Republican states claim zero abortions. A red-state doctor calls that ‘ludicrous’
In nearly a dozen states, officials claimed that zero or very few abortions occurred in 2023.
States debate prison spending as needs grow but budgets tighten
States increased spending on public safety recently, but corrections budgets are expected to level off.
Thousands of US and Mexican troops are at the border. Here’s where they are and what they’re doing
Thousands of troops have been deployed to both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border in response to President Donald Trump’s border security measures.
Health insurance for millions could vanish as states put Medicaid expansion on chopping block
Some states are already moving to end or shrink their expanded Medicaid programs.
Homelessness is on the rise in the US. Why is one county reporting a decrease?
How has Miami bucked the national trend?
Trump wants states to handle disasters without FEMA. They say they can’t
Cost-cutting efforts could cripple FEMA, even if it’s not officially “abolished.”
What to know about getting an MRI for dense breasts
If additional screening is needed, more-sensitive test is most commonly available option
Fires and floods are eviscerating US communities, intensifying the housing crisis
Natural disasters are upending the home insurance market and reducing housing options.
Taylor Swift had a great reaction to being booed by Eagles fans at Super Bowl
Swift, who is dating Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, had a perfect response. She turned her head ever so slightly, then glanced to her right and then her left. Swift...
What’s it like to use Elon Musk’s brain chip? How does it work? ‘Like using the Force’
Musk wants to merge humans with AI, a goal that starts with a brain chip.
Federal correctional officers driven to ask Congress for a raise
WASHINGTON — T.J. Gamble, a federal correctional officer, started a more than 10-hour road trip to Washington this weekend fresh off a grueling work schedule: He’d worked 16-hour shifts for...
Once a Trump critic, Mark Zuckerberg pivots toward the president
Zuckerberg isn't the only tech leader trying to appease Trump.
Race and place can contribute to shorter lives, research suggests
The data illustrates how Americans’ life expectancy differs based on race, but also on geography.
New Florida law allowing C-sections outside hospitals could be national model
But critics point to the role that a private equity-backed physicians group played in its passage.
Trump hits China, Canada, Mexico with tariffs in trade war
The orders also include retaliation clauses that would increase U.S. tariffs if the countries respond in kind
‘Mansions’ planned at Surfside collapse site. Do developers ‘hope people forget’ tragedy?
A Dubai-based developer has unveiled the details of an ultra-luxury project on the Surfside property where a building collapse in 2021 left 98 people dead and shattered a community.
Climate change threatens the mental well-being of youths. Here’s how to help them cope
A growing body of research shows that a large proportion of adolescents and young adults, in the United States and abroad, feel anxious and worried about the impact of an...
Led by RFK Jr., conservatives embrace raw milk. Regulators say it’s dangerous
Samples of raw milk can contain bird flu virus and other pathogens linked to kidney disease, miscarriages, and death.
Trump administration’s halt of CDC’s weekly scientific report stalls bird flu studies
The Trump administration has intervened in the release of important studies on the bird flu, as an outbreak escalates across the United States.
AI-driven power boom will drive demand 38% higher on top US grid
Power usage in PJM and the U.S. more broadly is expected to climb at an unprecedented clip as data centers used to run artificial intelligence proliferate and become much larger.
Jumping into dumpling making
Chinese takeout favorite even more fun to eat when you make it at home, family-style
Quinoa stars in vegetable-studded salad
Grain high in protein, cooks in 15 minutes for a hearty, healthful meal
Trump and Biden add to long, strange history of presidential pardons
The history of executive clemency is also marked by examples that have slipped from memory despite being just as debatable.
What RFK Jr. might face in his nomination hearings this week
Two Senate committees are expected to question RFK Jr. on how his disproven views of science and medicine qualify him to run the federal health system.
Love on the rocks? Here’s advice for staying well in your breakup era
Emotional stress can take toll on mental and physical health; allow time for reflection and self care, and accept support from others, experts say
Trump slaps tariffs, sanctions on Colombia in migrant fight
President Donald Trump slapped tariffs and travel bans on Colombia on Sunday, after the South American country refused to allow two planes of deported migrants to land on its soil....
Before and after: Former garage is now a serene Kyoto-style ADU
Craftsman on the outside, Japanese on the inside, the unit provides serenity along with housing for mother, 72
Trump’s back in office — here’s what to expect for your taxes in 2025 and beyond
Trump promised a variety of tax breaks, including removing the TCJA’s $10,000 cap on the deduction for state and local taxes, and eliminating taxes on tip income, overtime pay and...
Tips to find the best air purifiers for smoke particles
Air quality experts offer recommendations
Trump’s return puts Medicaid on the chopping block
Republicans in Washington say they plan to use funding cuts and regulatory changes to dramatically shrink Medicaid, the nearly $900-billion-a-year government health insurance program.
State Farm expands renewal offers to all L.A. County policyholders slated to have been dropped
State Farm said Thursday it was expanding an offer to renew residential policies it had intended to drop last year to all Los Angeles County customers. The decision applies to...
America’s 250th birthday prompts rethinking of historical markers
States are debating who or what belongs on a pedestal or a bronze plaque.
Supreme Court action on TikTok could shape congressional power
Experts say the challenge could affect the power of Congress to regulate social media.
An early look at House members who could be vulnerable in 2026
A new president with an ambitious agenda. Stark ideological divisions within both parties. And a deeply divided House with Republicans holding a slender majority. Those are some of the dynamics that will...
Sam Altman’s sister accuses OpenAI CEO of sexually abusing her
She accused the OpenAI chief executive officer of sexually abusing her for almost a decade, in a lawsuit filed in federal court.
Roasted vegetables hit the sweet spot
Caramelizing root vegetables brings sugar to the fore, making them a hit with kids
Disaster dogged Boeing in 2024. Can it turn around in 2025?
Boeing is entering the new year with a new CEO, a new contract with its unionized Machinists workforce and a new plan to focus on quality and safety.