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Bill Clinton testifies before lawmakers over his connections to Jeffrey Epstein; EPA plans to release scaled-back coal ash regulations in OH; USSD campus hopes Black History Month events elevate inclusivity; Georgia leaders align systems and funding to improves health.

Hillary Clinton derides her Epstein deposition as GOP political theater; More Democrats embrace universal child care as an economic priority; Michigan public health workers stand against EPA soot rollbacks.

4 killed in speedboat were trying to infiltrate Cuba, officials say; WA voting rights advocates rally behind pre clearance bill; VA lawmakers pass legislation to protect bank funds from garnishment; Advocacy groups say proposed SNAP changes would hurt Alabamians.

DHS official tells state election chiefs there won't be ICE agents at polling places; Maine helps keep the cold winter air out; NC sees largest drop in coverage after health care credits expire; Bridging the rural school meal gap in ND; Cement industry pours billions of dollars into the TX economy.

Trump says 'our nation is back' as he delivers State of the Union address; 30 lawmakers skip Trump address for 'People's State of the Union'; Man fatally stabs 4 people in Washington state as deputies head to serve him a restraining order; Local activists claim victory as ICE cancels NH warehouse plan; Report: Economic security policies boost PA kids' long-term well-being.

Casey Means, critic of mainstream medicine, poised to become nation's top doctor; NYS takes steps to support youth mental health systems; Report: Arizona coal-fired power plant has grown inefficient; Professor: Rev. Jesse Jackson's ties to rural IL shaped his legacy.

Trump's tariff goes into effect at 10 percent, not the 15 threatened; Virginia health advocates warn of tailpipe regulation rollback; Older, rural WV residents most affected by loss of ACA tax credits; Safety in solidarity: NYC group gives trainings for ICE confrontations.

Pentagon flags risks of a major operation against Iran; SOTU address: Environmentalists say OH, U.S. climate is worse off; TX home construction market could be hit hard by deportations; Could a temporary price cap on groceries help NH families?

US citizens urged to 'shelter in place' after Mexico drug lord's killing sparks wave of violence; Near impossible' travel conditions in New York as 22 inches of snow falls on the east coast; One Colorado marks 15th LGBTQIA+ Lobby Day at State Capitol; Advocates warn Medicaid work rules could hurt MI caregivers; Fewer Arkansans enrolled in ACA Marketplace.

DHS reverses course on TSA PreCheck suspension after confusion; President's trade officer says no change on tariff policy; MT farmers 'relieved' by SCOTUS tariff ruling, frustrated by costs; CA leaders urge BLM to stop new oil and gas leases; Alabamians urged to know their risk during American Heart Month; Formerly incarcerated WI instructor reshapes criminal justice education.

Supreme Court strikes down most of Trump's tariffs in a major blow to the president; AL nursing apprenticeships help close gaps in profession; The future of construction: University of Washington's living structures; Shining the spotlight on caregivers in Michigan and the nation.

Trump appears ready to attack Iran as U.S. strike force takes shape; Driver's license suspensions in NC lead people off track; Solar fund cuts devastate MT Native American tribes; Removal of Acadia National Park climate change signage spurs lawsuit.

8 backcountry skiers found dead and 1 still missing after California avalanche; Report: Deportations could affect Arkansas' construction market; Fraud control talks back in play at MN capitol; Poll: Conservation support has increased across eight Western states.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office over ties to Epstein; VA climate advocates reaffirm goals amid legislative debate; CT groups ask state lawmakers to preserve health care access; Advocates urge GA Black families to discuss end-of-life plans.

Colbert says CBS scrapped his James Talarico interview after Trump FCC's threats; NYS takes oversight action on DHS while federal reforms stall; TX Latino communities encouraged to continue the fight for clean air; NC police department tracker tech raises constitutional questions.

Six skiers rescued, nine others still missing after group is caught in Sierra avalanche; Can a Millionaires Tax help fix WA's affordability 'crisis?' Facing doctor shortage, lawmakers in MI explore who can fill the gap; Federal cuts renew push for MA medical debt protections.

Rev. Jesse Jackson, a civil rights icon, dies at 84; Expert: Both natural gas and renewables needed for VA energy demand; NM's gray wolves back in crosshairs of proposed legislation; Black farmers face uncertainty, but seeds of the future are planted in the Carolinas.

2 killed, 3 hospitalized in Pawtucket ice rink shooting; suspect also dead; IN ICE office raises community questions; ID groups to sue cities over wastewater plant violations; At-will employment hurts MD workers' rights, report finds.

In a new video, Savannah Guthrie calls on abductor to 'do the right thing'; AZ transgender community pushes back on immigration enforcement; New tech helps power grids by shifting EV charging to off-peak hours; NV leader joins fight to better fund electric transportation.

Winter storm warning issued for SoCal mountains ahead of major storm; Michigan congresswoman joins advocates opposing SAVE Act; CA faith leaders condemn move to undermine climate regulation; KS anti-transgender bill could sharply impact MO residents.

Recovered gloves, wanted Ring doorbell footage highlight Guthrie case latest; Georgia's 988 crisis line faces gaps as demand grows; IL college works to close the rural pharmacy gap; NC explores child care solutions for community college students.

Homeland Security shutdown seems certain as funding talks between White House and Democrats stall; Maryland advocates call for $25 minimum wage, end to tipped wages; Public health officials condemn end of greenhouse gas regulations; NM Senate passes bill to protect drivers from increased surveillance.

Search for Savannah Guthrie's mother continues with 18,000-plus calls pouring in; GA loses 209,000 ACA enrollees amid Medicaid debate; New Seasons workers win landmark union contract in OR; Experts: KY pork plant settlement wouldn't protect environmental health.

Police identify suspect in Canada mass shooting as investigation into motive continues; New England colleges support teachers with AI in the classroom; TX legislators urged to address children's mental health issues; More savings for Michigan seniors as drug price program expands.

As Black History Month continues, Ohio educators say debates over diversity are creating classroom uncertainty. In Georgia, lawmakers push to protect homeowners from costly association fees, while Oregon bucks national trends with a surge in union membership.

New surveillance video is prompting fresh leads in the search for Nancy Guthrie, alongside new disclosures tied to the Epstein files. Elsewhere, recalled manufacturing jobs, rising college costs, worker protections, infrastructure needs, farm innovation and cultural preservation are also in focus.

AI deepfakes complicate a high-profile missing-person case as new data reveal gaps in river protections, education payoffs and health-care affordability across the U.S.

The 2026 Winder Olympics kick off with some injury drama; Ghislaine Maxwell invoked the fifth amendment and less than 40 percent of Wyoming workers have college degree.

Cultural debates, public services, and workforce challenges are shaping the day, from book bans and newsroom changes to health coverage and classrooms under strain.

Cultural milestones, media shakeups, and stories of survival and stability are shaping the day from a historic Super Bowl halftime show to new questions about health, housing, and accountability.

The search continues for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of TODAY co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, as investigators examine the legitimacy of reported ransom notes and offer a reward for information leading to her recovery. The Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics are underway in Italy, with opening ceremonies and early competition drawing attention to U.S. contenders in figure skating and hockey.

Dangerous cold grips the Northeast this weekend, while a new White House drug pricing website launches amid ongoing pressures on families tied to heating costs, child care, Medicare and the workforce.

A missing-person investigation involving a national TV anchor underscores broader concerns about trust and vulnerability, as states move to curb crypto scams, phase out the penny, rethink youth justice and grapple with economic pressure affecting newsrooms, food access, workers and schools across the country.

Trump's border czar is pulling 700 immigration officers out of Minnesota immediately; Kentucky pastor in Minneapolis: 'We need sustained resistance'; AR educators prepare for ICE interaction; OR hunger hits new high amid calls for state to fund SNAP; VA labor advocates eye repeal of 'right-to-work bill.

Brothers of Renee Good call for action in Congress; Analysis: Proposed power plant raises pollution risks for WV residents; Transit Equity Day highlights connecting people to opportunity; New bill would allow VA public workers to unionize.

House passes funding package to end partial government shutdown; ME leads on climate action as U.S. withdraws from global agreements; Amid federal DEI rollbacks, MS Black women face job loss and severe wage gap; Judge denies Trump bid to end TPS for Haitians as ICE fears loom; Report: Feds have delivered on Project 2025 at expense of public lands.

Key House conservatives bow to Trump ahead of government funding vote, signaling swift end to shutdown; Trump prepares to let go of arms control with Russia; Montanans share deep concerns about data centers; Federal bill looks to expand responsible, large-scale fish farming in VA.

Partial US government shutdown enters third day as funding standoff continues; NH lawmakers consider 'Medicare for All' bill as health care costs spike; Cold snap sends Ohioans to ER as winter risks continue; Push grows for PA in-home care funding in Gov. Shapiro's budget.

Epstein victims' lawyers ask court to order DOJ to take down Epstein files website; New congressional maps debated to 'protect' MD federal workers; Social Security data breach puts New England retirees at financial risk; Standard Wage Bill aims to boost UT economy, worker training.

Boy, 5, and father detained by ICE return to Minnesota after release; Higher ACA costs hit Michigan families; Bill would require study of missing Black women, children in Nebraska; Climate 'superfund' bill advances in Maine legislature; Seahawks fans shake stadium more than local quake.

Democrats say they've reached agreement to avert shutdown; ME nurses hold vigil for MN colleague, call on Congress to defund ICE; FTC orders GM, OnStar to stop sharing VA driver data; Caring 'grandmas' help Illinois girls navigate middle school; WA hydroelectric project approved on sacred site sparks outcry.

Tulsi Gabbard's appearance at Fulton County FBI raid raises questions; Senate leaders scramble to save bipartisan deal and avert partial government shutdown at midnight; Study explores reducing nitrogen pollution in CT, U.S. farm soil; New report finds cover crops pay off in WI; NM legislator wants another $50M spent on uranium mine cleanup.

Border czar plans for eventual drawdown of immigration agents in Minnesota; CA nonprofit helps Eaton Fire victims recover, one year later; NM residents living near CAFOs lack health insurance; CT groups call on lawmakers to pass climate 'superfund' bill.

2nd Amendment backlash follows portrayal of Alex Pretti by some Trump administration officials; 'A real deep wound': The push for survival in MN areas targeted by ICE; 2nd Amendment backlash follows portrayal of Alex Pretti by some Trump administration officials; Report: Black female unemployment spikes amid federal pushback against DEI; with recent tax changes, extra value added to ID's free aide sites.

Man arrested after Ilhan Omar attacked during town hall in Minneapolis; Ohio among top states for reported anti-LGBTQ incidents; NV Democratic leaders link gerrymandering case to economic justice; ME union leaders blast ICE raids as distraction from failing economy.

Two Republican senators call for Kristi Noem to resign as DHS secretary; New data show ICE arrests in Kentucky are on the rise; IN Senate advances immigration enforcement bill; Analysis: Xcel gas infrastructure plan targets communities of color; ND gets ready to unleash rural health funds.

Border Patrol commander Bovino, some agents to leave Minnesota; Progressive groups press CA lawmakers to soften health care cuts; Ohio regulators reject utility-backed changes to rooftop solar credits; KY advocates continue to push for felony voting rights restoration.

Bay area tech workers ask CEOs to cancel ICE contracts; WI professor: Dems face breaking point over DHS funding feud; Victory for tribes: OR court rejects 'weakened' salmon protections; MI schools move closer to ban on cellphones during class; American Petroleum Institute targets pollution 'superfund' laws.

GOP fractures grow as Minnesota shootings erode immigration crackdown support; Turmoil in MN extends beyond ICE as feds eye food assistance; Death Toll Rises From Winter Storm Fern; AZ Native American women speak out about maternal mortality; AL college students offer FAFSA guidance as families weigh costs.

Snow and ice put up final stand in Northeast as brutal cold slides in behind storm; 'we're in a scary moment': Minnesotans process latest ICE shooting Florida farms squeezed by worker fear and new E-Verify mandate; NYers want more done to address housing costs, challenges; sales of antibiotics for farm animals spiked in 2024.

Big winter storm to spread snow and ice across US; Educators for visually impaired aim to boost recruitment, awareness; OH abuse advocates spotlight survivor-led healing and prevention work; Soaring premiums force some Virginians to drop health coverage.