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West Virginia’s July flash floods show how rural disasters bring distinct challenges that require tailored responses.

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Investing in compensation can help programs attract and retain more Head Start educators, and by doing so, keep classrooms open, fill more slots, and improve children’s development outcomes.

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New data show many people who own crypto also save in traditional financial accounts and hold retail investments, suggesting crypto is a complement to—not a replacement for—more established financial tools.
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Are states meaningfully increasing access to these life-saving medications?

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People experience homelessness in every state and every community. But some groups are more likely to be unhoused, and some communities have more resources to support them.

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Explore transit-accessible housing by state and urban area, compare available transit options, and view transit-oriented development trends over time.
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