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A pinyon jay.

Political appointees set state wildlife policy. Critics say that’s a problem.

By Alex Brown - June 7, 2023

Workers at a power plant in Houston in 2022.

Workers are less productive in key states. What it means for the economy.

By Tim Henderson - June 6, 2023

Open AI ChatGPT.

AI is used widely, but lawmakers have set few rules

By Caitlin Dewey - June 5, 2023

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Half a million people in 11 states have lost Medicaid coverage since April

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A northern leopard frog.

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By Alex Brown - May 31, 2023

a nurse in the emergency room at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, Maryland.

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By Casey Quinlan - May 30, 2023

Computer equipment in storage at a firm that reconditions them.

The latest ‘right to repair’ law is the broadest one yet

By Elaine S. Povich - May 30, 2023

A girl eats her school lunch.

More states line up to serve free school meals to all kids

By Elaine S. Povich - May 26, 2023

A family strolls in a Connecticut park.

Births decline in most states, continuing a long-term trend

By Tim Henderson - May 25, 2023

Lake Mead, one of the West's primary sources of water.

Colorado River agreement punts on drastic cuts and difficult negotiations

By Matt Vasilogambros - May 24, 2023

A wind turbine off the coast of Rhode Island.

Offshore wind in the Midwest? Some Great Lakes leaders think so.

By Alex Brown - May 23, 2023

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