Dozens of pregnant women, some bleeding or in labor, being turned away from ERs despite federal law
| August 12, 2024
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Even as the Biden administration publicly warned hospitals to treat pregnant patients in emergencies, facilities continue to violate the federal law. The issue became a focus for the administration following reports of women being improperly treated in emergency rooms after the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the constitutional right to an abortion more than two years ago.
Who is Tim Walz? What to know about Kamala Harris’ pick for vice president
| August 6, 2024
As governor of Minnesota, Walz has made school lunches free for all students, created a paid family and medical leave program, increased public school funding, legalized recreational marijuana, and made abortion a fundamental right under state law.
Harris kicks off campaign by focusing on future, highlighting plans to help families
| July 23, 2024
During her first speech as the Democratic Party’s presumptive presidential nominee, Kamala Harris said she’d fight to make child care more affordable, pass paid family leave, and restore reproductive freedom.
Kamala Harris has a lot to run on. Here’s what to watch for.
| July 21, 2024
During her time as vice president, Harris has helped pass laws that lowered healthcare costs, invested in childcare and housing, and advanced efforts to fight climate change.
Sparkling spectacles: Your guide to fireworks shows in DFW
| June 13, 2024
Fireworks will light up Dallas-Fort Worth this Fourth of July. Here’s where to find the best Independence Day fireworks shows.