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In New Mexico, grandparents caring for grandkids can also get free child care now
New Mexico has the highest rate of grandparents caring for grandchildren in the nation.
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Illinois prisons don’t allow physical mail. Mothers are pushing to restore access.
Members of the advocacy group MAMAS argue that handwritten letters matter, especially to people who have been incarcerated for years.
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After abortion, some people report worsening mental health. Experts say it’s not about regret.
The feelings of depression may come from hormonal and physical changes that can follow pregnancy's end, but experts say more research is needed.
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Rep. Jasmine Crockett enters Texas Senate race as Allred exits
2026 races to watch: Both the Republican and Democratic primaries are hotly contested.
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Why are so many Americans worried about falling birth rates?
The 19th News/SurveyMonkey Poll found that half of Americans think we should be at least somewhat worried about the impact of falling birth rates on society.
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Trump administration plans to end prison rape protections for trans and intersex people, memo says
A Department of Justice memo obtained by Prism says certain standards under the Prison Rape Elimination Act do not align with Trump’s January 20 anti-trans executive order
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Vaccine advisory panel votes to end universal newborn hep B shot recommendation
Parents appear to be able to continue to get the hep B vaccine for their kids, but this major shakeup could cause confusion among families and logistical barriers for health providers.
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For decades, students of color have been denied dyslexia diagnosis and intervention
Undiagnosed dyslexia can manifest as behavior issues, which can disproportionately harm Black and brown kids in school and their mental health.
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University of Alabama suspends magazines focused on Black and women students
Student organizations have put out statements of support and have planned demonstrations following the suspension of Nineteen Fifty-Six and Alice Magazines.
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Punished for bleeding: How periods in prison become a trap
Many incarcerated women and trans people are forced to choose between maintaining their dignity and health — or facing penalties.