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Details: Written by Stacy M. Brown; Published: 03 October 2023

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Despite the high number of denials, many state Medicaid agencies reported that they did not routinely review the appropriateness of MCO denials.

Details: Written by Edlira Shehu, University of Groningen and Karen Winterich, Penn State; Published: 03 October 2023

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If giving donors more information about how their blood was used boosts blood donations, it can save lives.

Details: Written by MICHAEL R. BLOOD and ADAM BEAM Associated Press; Published: 03 October 2023

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Once she is sworn in, Butler will be the only Black woman in the Senate and the first openly LGBTQ+ California senator.

Details: Written by Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire; Published: 02 October 2023

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During her inaugural address, Gay articulated her vision for the Ivy League institution, acknowledging the weight and honor of this groundbreaking appointment.

Details: Written by By BOTWC staff; Published: 02 October 2023

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He’s changing lives, one haircut at a time.

Details: Written by Stacy M. Brown; Published: 02 October 2023

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Wrongful Conviction Day aims to rectify the root causes of these miscarriages of justice while also providing support to the exonerated as they reintegrate into society.

Details: Written by MARK SHERMAN Associated Press; Published: 30 September 2023

The Supreme Court is returning to a new term Monday with familiar topics such as guns and abortion, as well as concerns about ethics swirling around the justices. The year also will have a heavy focus on social media and how free speech protections apply online. A big unknown is whether the court will be asked to weigh in on any aspect of the criminal cases against former President Donald Trump

Details: Written by By BOTWC staff; Published: 29 September 2023

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No matter what side of the bed you woke up on today, these videos are guaranteed to leave a smile on your face!

Details: Written by Stacy M. Brown; Published: 29 September 2023

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The glaring poverty inequalities underpin Brazile’s assertion that the proposed House Republican spending cuts, targeting crucial programs aiding low-income individuals, would inflict severe hardship on Black communities.

Details: Written by Susannah Bruns Ali, Florida International University; Published: 28 September 2023

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Shutdowns lead to more people being more likely to leave government employment – and higher workloads and lower motivation for those who remain.

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