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The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) invites comments from the public regarding proposed improvements to I-37 in San Antonio from South Loop 13 (S.E. Military Drive) to Loop 410. An open house regarding the proposals was held Aug. 28, and area drivers and community members have an opportunity to share their thoughts with TxDOT until Friday, Sept. 12. Currently, the proposed project would convert the I-37/SL 13 (S.E. Military Drive) interchange to a diverging diamond interchange, add a southbound overpass at the interchange, and construct a southbound I-37 frontage road, which would transition into an auxiliary mainlane ending at the...Article Link
Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS, in partnership with Vertical Valor Magazine.Listen closely for your chance to win awesome prizes from Heli Life! Throughout 2025, every episode of The Hangar Z Podcast will reveal a secret word. Once you catch it, head to contests.verticalhelicasts.com to enter!This three-part series was recorded on location in Texas at the McKinney Air Center, as part of the 2025 Blades of Valor Road Tour.This year, our journey takes us to four agencies across four states, showcasing their exceptional work through print, video, and right here on the podcast.The Blades of Valor tour wouldn't be possible without the support of Airbus and Massif Flight Suits.The Texas Department of Public Safety Aircraft Operations Division has an outstanding program supporting multimission public safety aviation operations throughout the great state of Texas.During this conversation, we are privileged to speak with Texas DPS assistant chief Marcus Tomerlin, Captain Saben Emery, and Lieutenant Clay Lacey.These conversations highlight the importance of solid leadership and a great unit culture, the value of internal and external training, and the crucial role of internal marketing—such as detailed activity reports and video documentation—which showcase the agency's achievements, justify operations, and secure funding for the aircraft division.For more about our visit to Texas DPS, be sure to check out the article written by Brent Bundy in Vertical Valor magazine and check out the incredible video footage captured by Lloyd Horgan on the Vertical Magazine YouTube channel.Thank you to our sponsors Onboard Systems Hoist and Winch, Robinson Helicopter and Wysong Enterprises.
On the latest episode of Protecting America, Lt. Chris Olivarez, Spokesperson for the Texas Department of Public Safety, joins Rita Cosby to discuss Trump's tremendous success in securing the border as sadly immigration officials face escalating attacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS, in partnership with Vertical Valor Magazine.Listen closely for your chance to win awesome prizes from Heli Life! Throughout 2025, every episode of The Hangar Z Podcast will reveal a secret word. Once you catch it, head to contests.verticalhelicasts.com to enter!This three-part series was recorded on location in Texas at the McKinney Air Center, as part of the 2025 Blades of Valor Road Tour.This year, our journey takes us to four agencies across four states, showcasing their exceptional work through print, video, and right here on the podcast.The Blades of Valor tour wouldn't be possible without the support of Airbus and Massif Flight Suits.The Texas Department of Public Safety Aircraft Operations Division has an outstanding program supporting multimission public safety aviation operations throughout the great state of Texas.During this conversation, we are privileged to speak with Texas DPS assistant chief Marcus Tomerlin, Captain Saben Emery, and Lieutenant Clay Lacey.These conversations highlight the importance of solid leadership and a great unit culture, the value of internal and external training, and the crucial role of internal marketing—such as detailed activity reports and video documentation—which showcase the agency's achievements, justify operations, and secure funding for the aircraft division.For more about our visit to Texas DPS, be sure to check out the article written by Brent Bundy in Vertical Valor magazine and check out the incredible video footage captured by Lloyd Horgan on the Vertical Magazine YouTube channel.Thank you to our sponsors BLR Aerospace, Garmin and Wysong Enterprises.
Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS, in partnership with Vertical Valor Magazine.Listen closely for your chance to win awesome prizes from Heli Life! Throughout 2025, every episode of The Hangar Z Podcast will reveal a secret word. Once you catch it, head to contests.verticalhelicasts.com to enter!This three-part series was recorded on location in Texas at the McKinney Air Center, as part of the 2025 Blades of Valor Road Tour.This year, our journey takes us to four agencies across four states, showcasing their exceptional work through print, video, and right here on the podcast.The Blades of Valor tour wouldn't be possible without the support of Airbus and Massif Flight Suits. The Texas Department of Public Safety Aircraft Operations Division has an outstanding program supporting multimission public safety aviation operations throughout the great state of Texas. During this conversation, we are privileged to speak with Texas DPS assistant chief Marcus Tomerlin, Captain Saben Emery, and Lieutenant Clay Lacey.These conversations highlight the importance of solid leadership and a great unit culture, the value of internal and external training, and the crucial role of internal marketing—such as detailed activity reports and video documentation—which showcase the agency's achievements, justify operations, and secure funding for the aircraft division.For more about our visit to Texas DPS, be sure to check out the article written by Brent Bundy in Vertical Valor magazine and check out the incredible video footage captured by Lloyd Horgan on the Vertical Magazine YouTube channel.Thank you to our sponsors Metro Aviation, Onboard Systems Hoist and Winch and SHOTOVER.
The Texas Lotto Commission messed up, allowing, "Winners Corner" in North Austin to produce two consecutive winning Texas Lotto Tickets. Knowing that winning the lottery is impossible, the Governer of Texas has disbanded the Texas Lotto Commission and now the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) oversees the game. www.EricHollerbach.com
Drivers in different parts of Wilson County may want to consider alternatives to their normal routes since two public work projects began Aug. 25. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) began a bridge replacement project Monday on C.R. 241 at Borrego Creek in southwest Wilson County. During construction, C.R. 241 will be closed to through traffic at the bridge site. Digital message boards have been placed in the area to notify motorists. Drivers are encouraged to use C.R. 141 or C.R. 242 as alternate routes. The 3,000 project, awarded to Dean Word Co. Ltd., is expected to be completed in...Article Link
China Grove police Lt. Esosa Ehanire (right) is congratulated by China Grove police Chief Ralph Sramek Aug. 20 upon receiving the Outstanding Service Award at the Texas Department of Transportation's 2025 Traffic Safety Conference in Austin. Ehanire, recognized for exceptional dedication and service in law enforcement, was one of only six police officers in the state to receive an award at the conference and was selected for the Outstanding Service Award out of 243 nominees from throughout the state.Article Link
Area law-enforcement agencies have reported the following recent activity: Editor's Note: All individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Texas Department of Public Safety •Aug. 11, Lex X. Gomez, 18, of Wimberley was arrested on S.H. 123 on a warrant and charged with burglary of a habitation and engaging in organized criminal activity. Floresville Police Department •Aug. 14, Anthony Quiles Encarnacion, 23, of Killeen was arrested when he turned himself in at the Floresville Police Department; he was charged with intoxication manslaughter with a vehicle. •Aug. 15, Johns...Article Link
It was the Texas Department of Transportation's construction of the Congress Avenue bridge in the 1980s that first attracted Mexican Freetail bats to Austin, in droves that caused Austinites to push for their extermination. And now, TxDOT is caring for the bats once again, building alternative spots for their roosts as it tears apart bridges over Interstate 35. So to find out how they're faring in this new living situation, along with what happened to Austin's bats during the summer rainstorms, executive producer Eva Ruth Moravec is joined by Austin Bat Refuge co-founders, Dianne Odegard and Lee McKenzie. Plus, now is peak bat-watching season, so we've got a few tips on how and where to see them best. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 25th episode: Wise Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Austin newsletter. And don't forget– you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
Darcy Pickens, Program Coordinator for the Office of Suicide Prevention at the California Department of Public Health, explains how the state's “Never a Bother” youth suicide prevention campaign collaborated with youth to develop a campaign tailored to their needs; Courtney Dezendorf, Director for the Office of Practice and Learning at the Texas Department of State Health Services, shares the statewide strategy her department developed to expand partnerships between Texas' local health departments and academic institutions; an ASTHO resource provides public health leaders with the information they need to learn more about effective infectious disease response; and a new ASTHO blog article describes the art of storytelling and why it's so essential to the public health field. California Department of Public Health: California Launches New Youth Suicide Prevention Campaign ASTHO Blog: Public Health and Academic Leaders Unite Through Texas Consortium ASTHO Web Page: Infectious Disease Response Resources ASTHO Blog: The Art (and Science) of Storytelling in Public Health
Rep. Nicole Collier, who has been on the House floor since noon Monday said, “I'm so grateful for their support. There has been a crowd out here all demanding my release, and they're doing what they can to show their resistance. They're tired of this government overreach.” Twenty-four hours earlier, Republican House Speaker Dustin Burrows told Collier and the rest of the Democrats on the floor who had been absent the previous two weeks that they could not leave the House unless they were accompanied by a Texas Department of Public Safety agent or officer every minute they aren't in the Capitol. Collier refused the police escort, choosing instead to spend the night at her desk. In other news, Fort Worth police said Tuesday that a driver who was shot a day earlier while in traffic has died from his injury, and a suspect is now facing a murder charge in connection with the shooting. Police have not publicly disclosed the identity of the victim or the suspect as of Tuesday evening; new data shows electric vehicle sales in Texas continue to rise — but the charging network remains spotty. The automobile class represented just under 7% of the state's new light-duty vehicle sales in the first quarter of 2025, according to an analysis by the Alliance for Automotive Innovation; nd it's been nearly four years since Texas implemented one of the country's most strict and punitive abortion bans, ushering in the most seismic change to women's health care in a half-century. The Dallas Morning News set out to explore how overlapping abortion laws in Texas have altered the landscape of obstetric health care across the state. Through more than 100 interviews with physicians, researchers, healthcare experts, patients, and families, reporters documented deviations from what was in the best interest of the patient and other unintended consequences. “Standard of Fear,” a new investigative series, reveals how the abortion laws have been sweeping in their collateral damage, leaving patients, families, and medical providers caught in the middle. Read the entire series now at dallasnews.com/texasabortions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This Heritage Voices episode features Dr. Maria Franklin (University of Texas at Austin), Dr. Alex Menaker (Stantec, Inc.), and Doug Boyd (Stantec, Inc.) and is part one of a two part series on the Bolivar Archaeological Project, a collaborative community archaeology project sponsored by the Texas Department of Transportation. In this episode they provide context for the Bolivar Archaeological Project including the Ransom and Sarah Williams Farmstead project that paved the way for this study. Next, they broke down the different components of the project: Historic research, archaeology, oral history, and community engagement. They described how the different disciplines informed each other and how the lineal descendants and descendant community heavily influenced and contributed to the project throughout. Finally, this episode closes out with a discussion of the archaeology findings, as well as the archaeology of blacksmithing in general. Stay tuned for episode 100 with Mr. Tom Cook's lineal descendants (who have provided invaluable service to their community in their own right as well), Ms. Betty Kimble and Mr. Howard Clark.LinksExcellent video about the Bolivar Archaeological ProjectTexas Department of Transportation Webpage about the Bolivar Archaeological ProjectEasy to read article about Mr. Tom Cook's LegacyAt the Intersections of History: Collaborative, Public Archaeology of the Nineteenth-Century Tom Cook Blacksmith Shop along the Chisholm Trail in Bolivar, Texas (Article in Advances in Archaeological Practice)Presentation to the North Texas Archaeological Society about the Chisolm Trail and Bolivar Archaeological ProjectMs. Betty Kimble's story in Desegregating DentonArticle about Mr. Howard Clark's 30 years with the Lewisville Police DepartmentRansom and Sarah Williams Farmstead online exhibit on Texas Beyond HistoryThe Denton County Office of History and CultureHeritage Voices on the APNContactJessicaJessica@livingheritageanthropology.org@livingheritageAArchPodNetAPN Website: https://www.archpodnet.comAPN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnetAPN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnetAPN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnetTee Public StoreAffiliatesMotion
This Heritage Voices episode features Dr. Maria Franklin (University of Texas at Austin), Dr. Alex Menaker (Stantec, Inc.), and Doug Boyd (Stantec, Inc.) and is part one of a two part series on the Bolivar Archaeological Project, a collaborative community archaeology project sponsored by the Texas Department of Transportation. In this episode they provide context for the Bolivar Archaeological Project including the Ransom and Sarah Williams Farmstead project that paved the way for this study. Next, they broke down the different components of the project: Historic research, archaeology, oral history, and community engagement. They described how the different disciplines informed each other and how the lineal descendants and descendant community heavily influenced and contributed to the project throughout. Finally, this episode closes out with a discussion of the archaeology findings, as well as the archaeology of blacksmithing in general. Stay tuned for episode 100 with Mr. Tom Cook's lineal descendants (who have provided invaluable service to their community in their own right as well), Ms. Betty Kimble and Mr. Howard Clark.LinksExcellent video about the Bolivar Archaeological ProjectTexas Department of Transportation Webpage about the Bolivar Archaeological ProjectEasy to read article about Mr. Tom Cook's LegacyAt the Intersections of History: Collaborative, Public Archaeology of the Nineteenth-Century Tom Cook Blacksmith Shop along the Chisholm Trail in Bolivar, Texas (Article in Advances in Archaeological Practice)Presentation to the North Texas Archaeological Society about the Chisolm Trail and Bolivar Archaeological ProjectMs. Betty Kimble's story in Desegregating DentonArticle about Mr. Howard Clark's 30 years with the Lewisville Police DepartmentRansom and Sarah Williams Farmstead online exhibit on Texas Beyond HistoryThe Denton County Office of History and CultureHeritage Voices on the APNContactJessicaJessica@livingheritageanthropology.org@livingheritageAArchPodNetAPN Website: https://www.archpodnet.comAPN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnetAPN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnetAPN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnetTee Public StoreAffiliatesMotion
“Texas Democrats who left the state to stymie Republicans over redistricting have returned to Austin,” Politico reports, “ending a two-week standoff over President Donald Trump's plan to carve out five new GOP congressional seats.” The end of the Texas lawmaker walkout means that the Texas legislature will now be able to proceed with passing a vote on Republicans' gerrymandered Congressional map—so what did the walkout achieve? In this episode of The Marc Steiner Show, Marc speaks with legendary populist and former Texas Commissioner of Agriculture Jim Hightower about the significance of the political showdown in Texas, and the longer-term fight ahead for Democrats and for working people of all stripes in the face of MAGA authoritarianism and corporate tyranny.Guest:Jim Hightower is a national radio commentator, writer, public speaker, and author of the book, Swim Against the Current: Even a Dead Fish Can Go With the Flow. From 1983-1991, Hightower served as Commissioner of the Texas Department of Agriculture. He publishes “Jim Hightower's Lowdown” on Substack.Additional resources:Liz Crampton, Politico, “Texas Democrats have returned home, ending redistricting standoff”Marc Steiner, The Real News Network, “'Death Star' State: The GOP's War on Democracy (DOCUMENTARY)”Maximillian Alvarez, The Real News Network, “Republicans are trying to rig the midterms. Will Democrats actually fight back, or cave?: A conversation with Beto O'Rourke”Credits:Producer: Rosette SewaliStudio Production: Cameron GranadinoAudio Post-Production: Stephen FrankFollow The Marc Steiner Show on Spotify Follow The Marc Steiner Show on Apple PodcastsHelp us continue producing The Marc Steiner Show by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Sign up for our newsletterFollow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetwork
“Texas Democrats who left the state to stymie Republicans over redistricting have returned to Austin,” Politico reports, “ending a two-week standoff over President Donald Trump's plan to carve out five new GOP congressional seats.” The end of the Texas lawmaker walkout means that the Texas legislature will now be able to proceed with passing a vote on Republicans' gerrymandered Congressional map—so what did the walkout achieve? In this episode of The Marc Steiner Show, Marc speaks with legendary populist and former Texas Commissioner of Agriculture Jim Hightower about the significance of the political showdown in Texas, and the longer-term fight ahead for Democrats and for working people of all stripes in the face of MAGA authoritarianism and corporate tyranny.Guest:Jim Hightower is a national radio commentator, writer, public speaker, and author of the book, Swim Against the Current: Even a Dead Fish Can Go With the Flow. From 1983-1991, Hightower served as Commissioner of the Texas Department of Agriculture. He publishes “Jim Hightower's Lowdown” on Substack.Additional resources:Liz Crampton, Politico, “Texas Democrats have returned home, ending redistricting standoff”Marc Steiner, The Real News Network, “'Death Star' State: The GOP's War on Democracy (DOCUMENTARY)”Maximillian Alvarez, The Real News Network, “Republicans are trying to rig the midterms. Will Democrats actually fight back, or cave?: A conversation with Beto O'Rourke”Credits:Producer: Rosette SewaliStudio Production: Cameron GranadinoAudio Post-Production: Stephen FrankFollow The Marc Steiner Show on Spotify Follow The Marc Steiner Show on Apple PodcastsHelp us continue producing The Marc Steiner Show by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Sign up for our newsletterFollow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetwork
The Texas Department of Insurance Help Line, 800-252-3439, is open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central time. Experts are available in English, Spanish, and other languages. Who can call TDI's Help Line? People call the Help Line with almost any question about insurance in Texas. Experts are ready to answer your questions or they can tell you how to get what you seek. How many calls does the Help Line get? Up to 600 calls come in on an average day and as many as 140,000 calls a year. We also get inquiries by email. What do most people call about? Auto insurance, probably because if you own a truck or car, you're required under Texas law to be responsible for any liability you have in an accident. Can the Help Line tell me how to file a complaint? Yes—and sometimes we can help you without filing a complaint. We're here to help. Are there topics the Help Line can't tackle? We can't give legal advice. We also can't help you resolve a dispute with another driver or homeowner.Getting help with an insurance complaintFile an insurance complaintSteps to getting your home or car insurance claim paid
The State of Texas just set a new execution date of Oct. 16 for Robert Roberson, convicted of killing his two-year-old daughter in 2002. Last October, the Supreme Court of Texas stepped in to stay his execution at the last minute, after state lawmakers raised questions about his potential innocence, but then lifted the stay one month later, clearing the way for this new execution date. For today's episode, we revisit a conversation host Nikki DaVaughn had with Michelle Lyons shortly after the stay to break down Roberson's case and Texas' prolific use of the death penalty. And she knows all about it — Lyons, a former public information officer for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, has witnessed hundreds of executions and even wrote a memoir about her experiences. As you might imagine, this interview touches on some difficult topics, so please listen with care. This episode originally aired on November 12, 2024 Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Austin newsletter. And don't forget– you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
Michael Bates' journey from correctional officer to Deputy Director of Rehabilitation and Reentry at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice reveals what true transformation looks like, both personally and systemically.When Bates began his career in 2008, he saw TDCJ primarily through the lens of security and public safety. Today, he champions a more holistic vision: one where rehabilitation, dignity, and second chances stand alongside those crucial safety measures. His rapid rise through the ranks—becoming assistant warden at just 30 years old—taught him valuable lessons about leadership, humility, and the importance of experience.What makes this conversation particularly powerful is Bates' candor about his own shortcomings. He shares how his younger self lacked empathy for staff with family responsibilities, and how becoming a parent himself transformed his understanding of work-life balance. This personal growth mirrors the evolution he's helping lead throughout TDCJ, where innovative programs are changing lives daily.The Bartlett Innovation Unit stands as perhaps the most visible example of this new approach. Here, incarcerated individuals care for animals, receive vocational training, and participate in moving "bell ceremonies" when someone completes their sentence. Dressed in donated suits with jobs often already secured, these individuals ring a bell symbolizing their transition to freedom while the entire facility cheers them on.Bates also speaks truthfully about the mental and physical toll correctional work takes. His personal health journey—giving up Dr Pepper, meal prepping, and exercising despite grueling schedules—offers practical wisdom for anyone in demanding professions. His definition of "the good life" as achieving meaningful work-life balance resonates far beyond prison walls.Whether you work in corrections, public service, or simply care about how our justice system might better serve both public safety and human dignity, this conversation offers hope that through dedicated leadership and innovative approaches, transformation is possible—one person, one program, one bell ceremony at a time.If you are interested in donating a suit to the Bartlett Innovation Unit, please send to: 1018 Arnold Drive, Bartlett, Texas 76511. Attention: JessieMajors
If you've noticed more police patrolling North Texas highways lately, you're not imagining things. Law enforcement throughout the state have ramped up patrols to catch speeders as part of a Texas Department of Transportation campaign. Through Aug. 3, police will spend more time driving roads to demonstrate safe driving habits ― and issue tickets to drivers going too fast. In other news, in 2023, amid a national reckoning on issues of race in America, seven Army bases' names were changed because they honored Confederate leaders. Now, those same bases are reverting back to their original names, this time with different namesakes who share Confederate surnames — the Army found other service members with the same last names to honor; For the third time this season, the Aces got the better of the Wings with a 106-80 win in front of a sold out crowd; nd more than 140 restaurants will participate in DFW Restaurant Week. The event, which runs from Aug. 4 through Aug. 31, gives diners a chance to revisit favorite spots or try new ones with special prix-fixe menus for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
WESLACO, Texas - Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority Chairman Robert L. Lozano has made a plea for unity when it comes to transportation projects across the region.Lozano made his comments at a special meeting of the Rio Grande Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization policy board. He is a board member of the MPO.HCRMA did not get its proposal for more funding for Segment 4 of the Hidalgo County Loop project passed yet Lozano, in n effort to show unity, still voted for the staff recommendation of RGVMPO.“My message is the same one that I started with many months ago, it's a message of unity,” Lozano said.The special meeting of the RGVMPO policy board was called because the group is facing a hard deadline. If it does not spend the money it has accrued soon it runs the risk of losing future funding from the Texas Department of Transportation. The MPO has carried over $102 million in what is known as Category 7 funds. Year after year the MPO carries over the funds because many of the projects on its to do list are not shovel ready. In his remarks, Lozano pointed out that HCRMA does not normally seek Category 7 funding from the MPO. He said they made a pitch for funding for a particular segment of the County Loop because the MPO found itself in a “use it or lose it” situation. “If the (RGVMPO) TAC (Technical Advisory Committee has a project and they know, they understand, that there's a unified desire to move this project forward, then I think that should influence the recommendation that the TAC is giving to the policy board, because they understand that in that community, in that area, that is what is being requested. That's what the need is. And the need is bubbling up in a unified fashion,” Lozano said.Lozano then answered his own question. Why did the RMA bring forward its proposal for Category 7 funding.“First, use it or lose it. Second, it's my understanding that the RMA historically has not requested Category 7 funds. However, all of y'all were witness to… the strong desire to accelerate Section A, 1 and 2,” Lozano said. Editor's Note: To read the full story go to the Rio Grande Guardian website. Go to www.riograndeguardian.com to read the latest border news stories and watch the latest news videos.
*The Texas Sheep & Goat Raisers Association held their annual meeting in Fredericksburg. *Corn growers want a MAHA intervention. *USDA and the Texas Department of Agriculture are reintroducing Swarmlure bait to fight screwworm flies. *Texas ranchers testified in Austin this week on the importance of fighting screwworms. *Fed cattle prices are on a wild ride. *We are one step closer to the reauthorization of the U.S. Grain Standards Act. *This has been an unusual year for Texas gardeners. *BVDV is a serious disease in cattle.
Plus in Fort Worth, a vigil to honor the victims of the central Texas floods, the Texas Department of Agriculture is pushing resources out for more than just farmers and ranchers devastated by the recent flooding, current Senator John Cornyn is leading Attorney General Ken Paxton so far in fundraising efforts, and more!
Howie and Harlan are joined by Azita Emami, dean of the Yale School of Nursing, to discuss the school's approach to training nurses who can have a seat at the table of healthcare decision-making. Harlan reports on his new study showing the low levels of evidence required for medical devices in the FDA's Breakthrough Devices Program; Howie provides some good news about infectious diseases including malaria and HIV. Links: Breakthrough devices? Harlan Krumholz: “FDA Authorization of Therapeutic Devices Under the Breakthrough Devices Program” FDA: Breakthrough Devices Program “Many medical devices deemed ‘breakthrough' by FDA are backed by patchy evidence” FDA Facts: Biomarkers and Surrogate Endpoints Harlan Krumholz: “Class I Recalls of Cardiovascular Devices Between 2013 and 2022 : A Cross-Sectional Analysis” Azita Emami “Americans' Ratings of U.S. Professions Stay Historically Low” “University of Washington selects Azita Emami as dean of School of Nursing” “Azita Emami named new dean of School of Nursing” “The Report of the Rockefeller Foundation on Nursing Education: A Review and Critique” Cleveland Clinic: DHEAS Test “DHEA as a Biomarker of Stress: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis” Azita Emami: “Assessing stress using repeated saliva concentration of steroid hormones in dementia care dyads: results from a controlled pilot care music intervention” Azita Emami: “The Feasibility and Acceptability of In-Home Saliva Collection for Stress in Persons With Dementia and Their Family Caregivers” Infectious diseases Mayo Clinic: Malaria WHO: World Malaria Report 2024 “Georgia certified malaria-free by WHO” “Suriname certified malaria-free by WHO” The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria “Novartis wins approval for first malaria drug for newborns and babies” “FDA Approves a Twice-Yearly Shot to Prevent HIV” “U.S. measles cases hit highest level in 33 years, CDC reports” Texas Department of State Health Services: Measles Outbreak “The West Texas measles outbreak has started to slow for the first time since January” Learn more about the MBA for Executives program at Yale SOM. Email Howie and Harlan comments or questions.
Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas:The number of missing people in the July 4 floods has jumped dramatically, from about 40 yesterday to 173: https://abcnews.go.com/US/live-updates/texas-flooding-updates-13-dead-20-campers-unaccounted/?id=123488468...A team of firefighters and responders from Mexico have traveled north to join the search and recovery effort: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jul/08/mexico-firefighters-texas-flooding-search-rescue...A San Antonio news anchor blasts Governor Greg Abbott and Homeland Security Kristi Noem for spending the first 27 minutes of a press conference on Saturday, when families remained hopeful for survivors, praising each other and Donald Trump: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/stephania-jimenez-kristi-noem-gregg-abbott-flood-press-conference_n_686bb8e6e4b0762f74e180fb...The Trumpies have changed their tune somewhat on FEMA, who are now engaged in the recovery effort - just days after planning publicly to dismantle that agency: https://apnews.com/article/fema-disaster-texas-flooding-trump-emergency-2d05ccbd82e0b8e4d33979cbd71efb73...Still unclarified, what local Kerr County officials did or didn't do in the over three hours between the first flood warning and the arrival of the wave: https://www.texastribune.org/2025/07/08/texas-weather-service-warning-kerr-county/...No Kerr County officials weighed in on an online message board conference about the threat of heavy rain given by the National Weather Service on Thursday July 3: https://x.com/BudKennedy/status/1942704509504962749/photo/1...Just two days prior to the flood, the Texas Department of State Health Services greenlit the emergency plans of Camp Mystic, where 27 died, mostly children: https://www.yahoo.com/news/texas-inspectors-approved-camp-mystic-235051076.html?guccounter=1...Ted Cruz steps in it again, taking two days to return from Greece amidst the disaster, after his office insisted his return was "as fast as humanly possible": https://www.vanityfair.com/news/story/ted-cruz-toured-the-parthenon-before-heading-home-to-texas-disaster-reportA great many Texans regularly visit and own property in and around Ruidoso, New Mexico, where they've seen flooding this week reminiscent of the Guadalupe: https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/5392092-new-mexico-severe-flooding-claims-lives/The merch to match your progressive values awaits at our web store! Goodies at https://store.progresstexas.org/.Thanks for listening! Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at https://progresstexas.org.
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Every four years, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) issues its Report Card for America's Infrastructure. Expressed in reader-friendly letter grades, the ratings document the current state of the country's major infrastructure assets, while also identifying needed improvements and contextualizing the relative health of these assets over time. Today, we talk to two experts--TTI's Edith Arámbula Mercado and the Texas Department of Transportation's Jamie Farris--about ASCE's 2025 report card and how Texas ranks nationally in terms of the health and reliability of its roads and bridges.
The Texas Department of Public Safety has identified the five people killed in a major chain collision crash near Terrell over the weekend. In other news, The Shops at RedBird were closed to the public Tuesday afternoon as Dallas police investigated a shooting that left one person dead. One person was arrested. The victim and the shooter knew each other. a high school history teacher in Fort Worth was the victim of a sophisticated scam that left the him with nothing but heartbreak and questions; nd plans are moving forward on a new commercial airport in North Texas, with $14.8 million in funds rolling in from Gov. Greg Abbott's state budget and low-cost carrier Avelo Airlines eyeing the city of McKinney. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A sixth person has died days after a major crash in Terrell that officials say was caused by a semitruck driver who fell asleep at the wheel. Sgt. Kyle Bradford, a spokesman for the Texas Department of Public Safety, announced the additional death Monday afternoon. In other news, Lisa Brown Ross has been appointed the new president and CEO of the African American Museum of Dallas; Why doesn't Arlington have traditional mass transit? And payments from universities to their athletes begin Tuesday, and while many colleges across the state and country have spent years preparing for the possibility of this change, they were left with just weeks to read the language of the settlement and enact their new protocols that fundamentally change the way they've operated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Five people were killed and several others were injured in a multi-vehicle crash that shut down Interstate 20 near Terrell on Saturday afternoon, according to Sgt. Kyle Bradford of the Texas Department of Public Safety. The crash occurred after a semi-truck driver, 27-year-old Alexis Osmani Gonzalez-Companioni, fell asleep while driving. In other news, capping a tumultuous night, the Republican-controlled Senate advanced President Donald Trump's package of tax breaks, spending cuts and increased deportation money, with more weekend work ahead as Congress races to meet his Fourth of July deadline for passage; a North Texas high school football coach was arrested this week after he attempted to meet with an investigator posing as a child; and the Dallas Stars are quickly moving on to the next phase of their offseason. After making six NHL draft picks over the weekend, the team is shifting focus to its development camp. The camp is scheduled to take place at Comerica Center in Frisco. The Stars' development camp will begin Monday and runs through Thursday, July 3. All on-ice practice sessions will be open to the public and free of charge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tuesday marked the start of the official retail fireworks season in Texas. Retailers with a permit can sell fireworks to the public for Independence Day from June 24 through midnight July 4. This period is one of several times throughout the year when fireworks sales are permitted, but the rules can vary by region. In other news, health and resource organizations will host free testing events across locations in Dallas on Friday for National HIV Testing Day. Around 23,300 Texans live with undiagnosed HIV infections, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services website; the Dallas Police Department received a $1.6 million donation from QuikTrip Wednesday for new reality-based training structures at the current Red Bird police academy amid ongoing plans to build a new academy and public safety complex; And do you have a desire to become a Dallas police officer? One thing that may have been a deterrent in the past has been eliminated. A college degree is no longer required. The City Council on Wednesday unanimously approved changing police hiring standards to include applicants without prior college experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
*The Texas wheat harvest is winding down. *The Texas Department of Agriculture has issued a statewide warning about a crop fungus. *Texas Governor Greg Abbott has directed the formation of a New World screwworm response team. *Rains in the Texas High Plains have allowed some ranchers to get more use out of winter wheat. *U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins recently took a ride along the border on horseback. *The corn crop in the Upper Gulf Coast looks good so far. *The Texas Rolling Plains has full lakes and a full soil moisture profile. *Orphaned foals need proper management for them to grow and be healthy.
A woman who said she was sexually abused as a child by Gateway Church founder Robert Morris has sued him and the church, alleging she was defamed by statements categorizing the abuse as an “inappropriate relationship.” In other news, developer Ruel Hamilton, who was convicted in 2021 for paying two Dallas City Council members to advance his housing projects, was acquitted on all federal counts Thursday. Hamilton was originally found guilty in 2021 by a Dallas jury and sentenced to eight years in federal prison; Gov. Greg Abbott announced Thursday that he deployed over 2,000 troopers from the Texas Department of Public Safety and more than 5,000 Texas National Guard soldiers across the state ahead of the planned protests on Saturday; and Garland dad Greg Artkop was sitting at Smokey Joe's BBQ in southern Dallas recently, it was his first stop on a quest to eat at Texas' 50 best barbecue joints. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dr. Jim McDonald, commissioner of the New York State Department of Health, discusses the State's Heat Risk and Illness Dashboard and how it can reduce heat related injury; Dr. Tara Kirk Sell, senior scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security and an associate professor in the Department of Environmental Health and Engineering at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, previews public health communications topics that will be covered in ASTHO's INSPIRE Readiness webinar today, Thursday, June 12 at 2 p.m. ET; the Texas Department of State Health Services is leading an initiative to strengthen collaboration between public health and academic health departments; and ASTHO member Dr. Ralph Alvarado, commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Health, was a panelist at the Age-Friendly Ecosystem Summit, where he discussed the importance of effective public health messaging. New York State Department of Health Heat Risk and Illness Dashboard News Release: New York State Department of Health Launches Interactive Heat Risk and Illness Dashboard ASTHO Webinar: INSPIRE: Readiness - Tackling Public Health Communication Conundrums: Rumors and Public Trust ASTHO Blog: Public Health and Academic Leaders Unite Through Texas Consortium Trust for America's Health and John A. Harford Foundation: The Age-Friendly Ecosystem Summit
On Thursday's show: We look at some the challenges facing immigrants and what rights they should be aware of amid increased scrutiny from the federal government.Also this hour: A bill to create a strategic bitcoin reserve for Texas passed during the legislative session and awaits the governor's signature. Should it become law, what purpose will it serve? How would it differ from one created by President Donald Trump? And what are the economic and energy-related pros and cons?Then, we discuss the rules that govern tow trucks on Houston roads and highways.RESOURCES: Complaints against tow truck companies can be filed with the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation or with the Harris County Sheriff's Office at hcsotowing@sheriff.hctx.net or 713-274-7410.And we visit the KimoKawaii Anime Experience & Convention that took place June 7-8 in Conroe to meet some anime enthusiasts and learn about the viability and challenges of running smaller conventions.
Patch Tuesday. Mozilla patches two critical FireFox security flaws. A critical flaw in Salesforce OmniStudio exposes sensitive customer data stored in plain text. The Badbox botnet continues to evolve. AI-powered “ghost students” enrolling in online college courses to steal government funds. Hackers steal nearly 300,000 vehicle crash reports from the Texas Department of Transportation. ConnectWise rotates its digital code signing certificates. The chair of the House Homeland Security Committee announces his upcoming retirement. Our guest is Matt Radolec, VP of Incident Response, Cloud Operations & SE EU from Varonis, wondering if AI may be the Cerberus of our time. Friendly skies…or friendly spies? Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. CyberWire Guest On our Industry Voices segment, we have Matt Radolec, VP of Incident Response, Cloud Operations & SE EU from Varonis, sharing insights on AI: The Cerberus of our time. You can hear Matt's full interview here. The State of Data Security: Quantifying AI's Impact on Data Risk report from Varonis reveals how much sensitive data is exposed and at risk in the AI era. Learn more and get State of Data Security Report. Selected Reading Microsoft warns of 66 flaws to fix for this Patch Tuesday, and two are under active attack (The Register) Microsoft slows Windows 11 24H2 Patch Tuesday due to a 'compatibility issue' (The Register) ICS Patch Tuesday: Vulnerabilities Addressed by Siemens, Schneider, Aveva, CISA (SecurityWeek) Firefox Patches Multiple Vulnerabilities That Could Lead to Browser Crash (Cyber Security News) Salesforce OmniStudio Vulnerabilities Exposes Sensitive Customer Data in Plain Text (Cyber Security News) CISO who helped unmask Badbox warns: Version 3 is coming (The Register) How Scammers Are Using AI to Steal College Financial Aid (SecurityWeek) 300K Crash Reports Stolen in Texas DOT Hack (BankInfoSecurity) ConnectWise rotating code signing certificates over security concerns (Bleeping Computer) House Homeland Chairman Mark Green's departure could leave congressional cyber agenda in limbo (CyberScoop) Airlines Don't Want You to Know They Sold Your Flight Data to DHS (404 Media) Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at cyberwire@n2k.com to request more info. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of Hearts of Oak, I welcome back Todd Bensman as he prepares to join the administration to tackle immigration challenges. Todd shares insights on the dramatic shifts in border enforcement since the Trump administration, including the decline in daily crossings and the need for increased deportations amid legal and infrastructure hurdles. We discuss the complexities of federal agency coordination, strategies against drug cartels related to the fentanyl crisis, and the role of tariffs to encourage Mexican cooperation. As Todd transitions to a policy advisor role, he reflects on navigating the political landscape within the Republican party while aiming for meaningful immigration reforms that balance national security with economic factors. Todd Bensman is an investigative author of the 2023 book OVERRUN, How Joe Biden Unleashed the Greatest Border Crisis in U.S. History (Posthill Press/Bombardier Books) and also America's Covert Border War: The Untold Story of the Nation's Battle to Prevent Jihadist Infiltration (Posthill Press/Bombardier Books, February 2021). The two-time National Press Club award winner, a former journalist of 23 years, currently serves as the Texas-based Senior National Security Fellow for the Center for Immigration Studies (CIS), a Washington, D.C. policy institute for which he writes, speaks, and grants media interviews about the nexus between immigration and national security. He frequently reports from the southern border, traveling widely inside Mexico and in Central America. He has testified before Congress as an expert witness and regularly appears on radio and television outlets to discuss illegal immigration and border security matters. He writes about homeland security and terrorism subjects for Newsweek Magazine, Homeland Security Today, The New York Post, The Daily Mail, Townhall, The Federalist, the Investigative Project on Terrorism, SpyTalk, The Daily Wire, The National Interest, and other publications. He serves as a Writing Fellow for the Middle East Forum and also teaches terrorism, intelligence analysis, and journalism as a university adjunct lecturer. For nearly a decade prior to joining CIS in August 2018, Bensman led counterterrorism intelligence for the Texas Department of Public Safety's Intelligence and Counterterrorism Division and its multi-agency fusion center. Before his homeland security service, Bensman worked as a reporter for more than two decades, covering national security after 9/11 as an investigative staff writer for major newspapers. Contact Todd at news@toddbensman.com and sign up for his newsletter to receive alerts when new columns and reports publish. Connect with Todd Bensman
*Content warning: birth trauma, medical trauma, medical neglect, racism, death of an infant, infant loss, death, homicide, maternal loss, mature and stressful themes, sexual assault, disordered eating. *Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources Sources: American College of Nurse Midwiveshttps://midwife.org/ American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)https://www.acog.org/ Authorities explain lack of charges in Fort Mill birthing center deathhttps://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/crime/article23277849.html Births in the United States, 2022https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/products/databriefs/db477.htm A brain-dead woman's pregnancy raises questions about Georgia's abortion lawhttps://www.npr.org/2025/05/21/nx-s1-5405542/a-brain-dead-womans-pregnancy-raises-questions-about-georgias-abortion-law A Brief History of Midwifery in Americahttps://www.ohsu.edu/womens-health/brief-history-midwifery-america Constructing the Modern American Midwife: White Supremacy and White Feminism Collidehttps://nursingclio.org/2020/10/22/constructing-the-modern-american-midwife-white-supremacy-and-white-feminism-collide/ The Controversial Birth of American Gynecologyhttps://researchblog.duke.edu/2023/10/27/the-controversial-birth-of-american-gynecology/ Direct Entry Midwives Across the Nationhttps://www.networkforphl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Direct-Entry-Midwives-50-State-Survey.pdf FDA raids Miami birth center; Placentas, medical records confiscatedhttps://mommyblawg.blogspot.com/2009/01/fda-raids-miami-birth-center-placentas.html Fort Mill birthing center closes following third child deathhttps://www.wbtv.com/story/28083972/fort-mill-birthing-center-closes-following-third-child-death/ Exhibit Recognizes African American Midwiveshttps://infocus.nlm.nih.gov/2010/02/05/exhibit_recognizes_african_ame/ Health E-Stat 100: Maternal Mortality Rates in the United States, 2023https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/hestat/maternal-mortality/2023/maternal-mortality-rates-2023.htm#:~:text=In2023%2C669womendied,rateof22.3in2022 Hemolytic disease of the newbornhttps://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001298.htm The Historical Significance of Doulas and Midwiveshttps://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/historical-significance-doulas-and-midwives Home Births in the U.S. Increase to Highest Level in 30 Yearshttps://www.cdc.gov/nchs/pressroom/nchs_press_releases/2022/20221117.htm Honest Midwife Bloghttps://honestmidwife.com/ International School Of Midwiferyhttps://www.mapquest.com/us/florida/international-school-of-midwifery-531273160 March of Dimeshttps://www.marchofdimes.org/peristats/about-us March of Dimes, Delivery Method https://www.marchofdimes.org/peristats/data?dv=ms&lev=1&obj=9®=99&slev=1&stop=86&top=8& March of Dimes, Maternity Care Deserthttps://www.marchofdimes.org/peristats/data?top=23 Maternal Mortality in the United States After Abortion Banshttps://thegepi.org/maternal-mortality-abortion-bans/#:~:text=InthefirstfullyearofTexas%27sstateabortionban,15 Maternal Mortality: How the U.S. Compares to Other Rich Countrieshttps://www.usnews.com/news/best-countries/articles/2024-06-04/how-the-u-s-compares-to-other-rich-countries-in-maternal-mortality Medical Exploitation of Black Womenhttps://eji.org/news/history-racial-injustice-medical-exploitation-of-black-women/ National Midwifery Institutehttps://www.nationalmidwiferyinstitute.com/midwifery Necrotizing Fasciitishttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23103-necrotizing-fasciitisNew Pregnancy Justice Report Shows High Number of Pregnancy-Related Prosecutions in the Year After Dobbshttps://www.pregnancyjusticeus.org/press/new-pregnancy-justice-report-shows-high-number-of-pregnancy-related-prosecutions-in-the-year-after-dobbs/#:~:text=Thereportdocumentsthati,%2Cpregnancyloss%2Corbirth. North American Registry of Midwives (NARM)https://narm.org/ Physician Suicidehttps://www.acep.org/life-as-a-physician/wellness/wellness/wellness-week-articles/physician-suicide Preeclampsiahttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17952-preeclampsia Preeclampsia: Signs & Symptomshttps://www.preeclampsia.org/signs-and-symptomsRace Maternal Mortality in the U.S.: A History of Midwiferyhttps://wmberks.pages.wm.edu/2023/04/30/race-maternal-mortality-in-the-u-s-a-history-of-midwifery/ The Racist History of Abortion and Midwifery Banshttps://www.aclu.org/news/racial-justice/the-racist-history-of-abortion-and-midwifery-bans Reasons Obstetricians Are At High Risk For Claims Of Medical Malpracticehttps://www.gilmanbedigian.com/reasons-obstetricians-are-at-high-risk-for-claims-of-medical-malpractice/#:~:text=Overall%2Cabout85%25ofOB,about95%25ofthetime. The Regulation of Professional Midwifery in the United Stateshttps://midwife.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jefferson-2021-Regulation-Professional-Midwifery.pdf She said she had a miscarriage — then got arrested under an abortion lawhttps://www.washingtonpost.com/investigations/interactive/2024/abortion-law-nevada-arrest-miscarriage/ She was accused of murder after losing her pregnancy. SC woman now tells her storyhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/09/23/health/south-carolina-abortion-kff-health-news-partner South Carolina Department of Public Health, Midwifery Licensinghttps://dph.sc.gov/professionals/healthcare-quality/licensed-facilities-professionals/midwifery-licensing#:~:text=DPHlicensesmidwivesinaccordancewithRegulation,inadditiontootherprescribedrequirementson State investigating Dallas birth center and midwives, following multiple complaints from patientshttps://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/investigates/state-investigating-dallas-birth-center-midwives-following-multiple-complaints-from-patients/287-ea77eb18-c637-44d4-aaa2-fe8fd7a2fcef The State of Reproductive Health in the United Stateshttps://thegepi.org/state-of-reproductive-health-united-states/ Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee and Department of State Health Services Joint Biennial Report 2024https://www.dshs.texas.gov/sites/default/files/legislative/2024-Reports/MMMRC-DSHS-Joint-Biennial-Report-2024.pdf Uses of Misoprostol in Obstetrics and Gynecologyhttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2760893/ Vicarious trauma: signs and strategies for copinghttps://www.bma.org.uk/advice-and-support/your-wellbeing/vicarious-trauma/vicarious-trauma-signs-and-strategies-for-coping Vital Signs: Maternity Care Experiences — United States, April 2023https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/72/wr/mm7235e1.htm#:~:text=Discussion,%2CHispanic%2Candmultiracialmothers. 2022 Direct Entry Midwives Fact Sheethttps://www.dshs.texas.gov/sites/default/files/chs/hprc/publications/2022/DirectEntryMidwife2022FactSheetA.pdf *SWW S23 Theme Song & Artwork: Thank you so much to Emily Wolfe for covering Glad Rag's original song, U Think U for us this season!Hear more from Emily Wolfe:https://www.emilywolfemusic.com/instagram.com/emilywolfemusicGlad Rags: https://www.gladragsmusic.com/ The S23 cover art is by the Amazing Sara StewartFollow Something Was Wrong:Website: somethingwaswrong.com IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcastTikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast Follow Tiffany Reese:Website: tiffanyreese.me IG: instagram.com/lookiebooSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Kim Lisa Taylor and Krisha Young of Syndication Attorneys PLLC welcome Homero Cabello Jr., the Deputy Executive Director at the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. Homero shares insights from his decades of experience managing affordable housing programs and tax credit compliance that can be applied to projects nationwide. We'll discuss what it takes to qualify for Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), what entity structures their deals need to qualify, and how LIHTC programs benefit syndicators, investors and low income tenants. This knowledge is perfect for sponsors looking to enter or scale in affordable housing, or looking to maximize cash flow and tax benefits for their existing and future deals. ChaptersIntroduction to LIHTC Programs and Types (00:04:40)Omero Cabello Jr. explained the two types of LIHTC programs: 9% program funding 70% of development costs, and 4% program with tax-exempt bonds funding about 80% of total development costs. He emphasized that each state must follow a qualified allocation plan dictating requirements and rules.Property Qualification and Requirements (00:07:28)Omero detailed that properties must maintain affordability for a minimum 30-year period. The program funds new construction, acquisition rehab, senior housing, and supportive housing for special needs populations. He emphasized their preference for mixed-income developments.Application Process and Common Challenges (00:08:18)Omero outlined that applications can be denied due to failure to meet threshold requirements, incomplete financial projections, and lack of local support. He emphasized the importance of securing resolutions from local government entities and state representatives.Sponsor Requirements and Team Composition (00:11:07)Omero detailed that sponsors must demonstrate experience, financial stability, and knowledge of compliance requirements. He highlighted the value of partnering with nonprofits or historically underutilized businesses.Compliance and Property Management (00:16:19)Omero stressed the importance of partnering with experienced property management companies that understand LIHTC programs and tenant qualification requirements. He mentioned Texas's robust compliance monitoring team overseeing 350,000 doors across 3,000 properties.
*Content warning: pregnancy and birth trauma, medical trauma and negligence. *Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources Moms Advocating For MomsS23 survivors Markeda, Kristen and Amanda have created a nonprofit, Moms Advocating for Moms, in hopes to create a future where maternal well-being is prioritized, disparities are addressed, and every mother has the resources and support she needs to thrive: https://www.momsadvocatingformoms.org/take-actionhttps://linktr.ee/momsadvocatingformoms Please sign the survivors petitions below to improve midwifery education and regulation in Texashttps://www.change.org/p/improve-midwifery-education-and-regulation-in-texas?recruiter=1336781649&recruited_by_id=74bf3b50-fd98-11ee-9e3f-a55a14340b5a&utm_source=share_petition&utm_campaign=share_for_starters_page&utm_medium=copylink Malik's Law https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB4553 M.A.M.A. has helped file a Texas bill called Malik's Law, which is intended to implement requirements for midwives in Texas to report birth outcomes in hopes of improving transparency and data collection in the midwifery field in partnership with Senator Claudia Ordaz. Markeda's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/markedasimone/Moms Advocating for Moms Alliance:https://www.instagram.com/momsadvocatingformomsalliance/Dr. Shannon Clark's websitehttps://www.babiesafter35.com/Dr. Shannon Clark on TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@babies_after_35Dr. Shannon Clark on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/babiesafter35/*Sources:American College of Nurse Midwiveshttps://midwife.org/ American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)https://www.acog.org/ ACOG's Texas Levels of Maternal Care Verification Program: Quality Through Partnershiphttps://www.acog.org/news/news-articles/2018/09/texas-lomc-verification-program-quality-through-partnership A Comprehensive Case Report Emphasizing the Role of Caesarean Section, Antibiotic Prophylaxis, and Post-operative Care in Meconium-Stained Fetal Distress Syndromehttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11370710/#:~:text=Meconium%2Dstainedamnioticfluid(MSAF)oftenleadstomore,andneonatalmortality%5B3%5D The Difference Between Health Equity and Equalityhttps://www.hopkinsacg.org/health-equity-equality-and-disparities/ EMTALA – Transfer Policyhttps://hcahealthcare.com/util/forms/ethics/policies/legal/emtala-facility-sample-policies/generic-emtala-transfer-policy-a.pdf How cuts at the National Institutes of Health could impact Americans' healthhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/nih-layoffs-budget-cuts-medical-research-60-minutes/ Individualized, supportive care key to positive childbirth experience, says WHOhttps://www.who.int/news/item/15-02-2018-individualized-supportive-care-key-to-positive-childbirth-experience-says-who Is a HIPAA Violation Grounds for Termination?https://www.hipaajournal.com/hipaa-violation-grounds-for-termination/#:~:text=AHIPAAviolationcanbe,sanctionspolicyoftheemployer March of Dimeshttps://www.marchofdimes.org/peristats/about-us Maternal Safety Series: Joint Commission Case Review Requirementshttps://www.greeley.com/insights/maternal-safety-series-joint-commission-case-review-requirements Meconiumhttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/24102-meconium Meconium Aspiration Syndromehttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24620-meconium-aspiration-syndrome Meconium Aspiration Syndrome, Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy and Therapeutic Hypothermia-A Recipe for Severe Pulmonary Hypertension?https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38929252/#:~:text=Infantsbornthroughmeconium%2Dstained,ofthenewborn(PPHN) Medical Auditing Frequently Asked Questionshttps://www.aapc.com/resources/medical-auditing-frequently-asked-questions?srsltid=AfmBOooNLHrxkJi3hp2CO-3OkVj1heZAqWFVu7B-M8njnrJs8R78BBoM Midwifery continuity of care: A scoping review of where, how, by whom and for whom?https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10021789/#:~:text=Midwife%2Dledcontinuitymodelsin,plausiblehypothesesrequirefurtherinvestigation National Midwifery Institutehttps://www.nationalmidwiferyinstitute.com/midwifery North American Registry of Midwives (NARM)https://narm.org/ Outcome of subsequent pregnancies in women with complete uterine rupture: A population-based case-control studyhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35233771/ Physiology, Pregnancyhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK559304/ Pregnant women are less and less able to access maternity carehttps://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/pregnant-women-cant-find-doctors-growing-maternity-care-deserts-rcna169609 State investigating Dallas birth center and midwives, following multiple complaints from patientshttps://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/investigates/state-investigating-dallas-birth-center-midwives-following-multiple-complaints-from-patients/287-ea77eb18-c637-44d4-aaa2-fe8fd7a2fcef Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 203. Midwives https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.203.htmTypes of Health Care Quality Measureshttps://www.ahrq.gov/talkingquality/measures/types.html#:~:text=Outcomemeasuresmayseemto,informationabouthealthcarequality The US has the highest rate of maternal deaths among high-income nations. Norway has zerohttps://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2024/06/04/health/maternal-deaths-high-income-nations U.S. maternal deaths doubled during COVID-19 pandemic, among other findings in new studyhttps://www.brown.edu/news/2025-04-28/maternal-mortality#:~:text=Maternalmortalityratesdeclinedagainin2022,dieeachyearintheUnitedStates What is ‘physiological birth'? A scoping review of the perspectives of women and care providershttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0266613824000482 World Health Organization, Maternal mortalityhttps://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/maternal-mortality Zucker School of Medicine, Amos Grunebaum, MDhttps://faculty.medicine.hofstra.edu/13732-amos-grunebaum/publications *SWW S23 Theme Song & Artwork: Thank you so much to Emily Wolfe for covering Glad Rag's original song, U Think U for us this season!Hear more from Emily Wolfe:On SpotifyOn Apple Musichttps://www.emilywolfemusic.com/instagram.com/emilywolfemusicGlad Rags: https://www.gladragsmusic.com/ The S23 cover art is by the Amazing Sara StewartFollow Something Was Wrong:Website: somethingwaswrong.com IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcastTikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast Follow Tiffany Reese:Website: tiffanyreese.me IG: instagram.com/lookiebooSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
*Content warning: infant loss, miscarriage, birth trauma, medical trauma, medical neglect, body image abuse, mature and stressful themes. *Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources Moms Advocating For MomsS23 survivors Markeda, Kristen and Amanda have created a nonprofit, Moms Advocating for Moms, in hopes to create a future where maternal well-being is prioritized, disparities are addressed, and every mother has the resources and support she needs to thrive: https://www.momsadvocatingformoms.org/take-actionhttps://linktr.ee/momsadvocatingformoms Please sign the survivors petitions below to improve midwifery education and regulation in Texashttps://www.change.org/p/improve-midwifery-education-and-regulation-in-texas?recruiter=1336781649&recruited_by_id=74bf3b50-fd98-11ee-9e3f-a55a14340b5a&utm_source=share_petition&utm_campaign=share_for_starters_page&utm_medium=copylink Malik's Law https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB4553 M.A.M.A. has helped file a Texas bill called Malik's Law, which is intended to implement requirements for midwives in Texas to report birth outcomes in hopes of improving transparency and data collection in the midwifery field in partnership with Senator Claudia Ordaz. *Sources:American College of Nurse Midwiveshttps://midwife.org/ American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)https://www.acog.org/ Blood clots and pregnancyhttps://www.marchofdimes.org/find-support/topics/pregnancy/blood-clots-and-pregnancy#:~:text=Although%20birthing%20people%20with%20blood,both%20you%20and%20your%20baby.Chorioamnionitishttps://www.stanfordchildrens.org/en/topic/default?id=chorioamnionitis-90-P02441#:~:text=Chorioamnionitis%20is%20an%20infection%20of,smell%20from%20the%20amniotic%20fluid. Cross border reproductive care (CBRC): a growing global phenomenon with multidimensional implications (a systematic and critical review)https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6063838/#:~:text=In%20vitro%20fertilization%20and%20intracytoplasmic,Belgium%20%5B37%E2%80%9344%5D. Detection of Proteinuria in Pregnancy: Comparison of Qualitative Tests for Proteins and Dipsticks with Urinary Protein Creatinine Indexhttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3809617/#:~:text=Background%20and%20Objectives%3A%20Excretion%20of,the%20patient%20or%20her%20pregnancy. Egg Donation and IVF in Czech Republichttps://www.eggdonationfriends.com/ivf-egg-donation-country-czech-republic/#:~:text=in%20Czech%20Republic-,IVF%20cost%20in%20Czech%20Republic,much%20from%20the%20European%20average.&text=It%20also%20needs%20to%20be,frozen%20embryo%20transfer Fundal Heighthttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diagnostics/22294-fundal-height HELLP Syndromehttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21637-hellp-syndrome High Blood Pressure–Understanding the Silent Killerhttps://www.fda.gov/drugs/special-features/high-blood-pressure-understanding-silent-killer#:~:text=Normal%20pressure%20is%20120/80,manage%20your%20high%20blood%20pressure? In vitro fertilization (IVF)https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/in-vitro-fertilization/about/pac-20384716#:~:text=Research%20suggests%20that%20IVF%20slightly,or%20ovarian%20cancer%20after%20IVF%20. Magnesium - Uses, Side Effects, and Morehttps://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-998/magnesium March of Dimeshttps://www.marchofdimes.org/peristats/about-us National Midwifery Institutehttps://www.nationalmidwiferyinstitute.com/midwifery North American Registry of Midwives (NARM)https://narm.org/ Placental Abruptionhttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9435-placental-abruption Placenta and Heart Researchhttps://www.ohsu.edu/knight-cardiovascular-institute/placenta-and-heart-research#:~:text=By%20the%20end%20of%20pregnancy,area%20for%20uptake%20of%20nutrients. Postpartum Hemorrhagehttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22228-postpartum-hemorrhage Preeclampsiahttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17952-preeclampsia Preeclampsia - Signs & Symptoms https://www.preeclampsia.org/signs-and-symptoms#:~:text=Weight%20gain%20of%20more%20than,the%20kidneys%20to%20be%20excreted.&text=Do%20not%20try%20to%20lose%20weight%20during%20pregnancy%20by%20restricting%20your%20diet.Pregnancy weight gain: What's healthy?https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/pregnancy-week-by-week/in-depth/pregnancy-weight-gain/art-20044360 Prothrombin Gene Mutationhttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21810-prothrombin-gene-mutation Prothrombin 20210 Mutation (Factor II Mutation)https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/01.cir.0000135582.53444.87#:~:text=There%20are%20also%20implications%20of,a%20baby%20of%20small%20size. The Risks of Prothrombin Gene Mutation in Pregnancyhttps://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/prothrombin-gene-mutation#What-Are-the-Risks-of-Prothrombin-Mutation-in-Pregnancy State investigating Dallas birth center and midwives, following multiple complaints from patientshttps://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/investigates/state-investigating-dallas-birth-center-midwives-following-multiple-complaints-from-patients/287-ea77eb18-c637-44d4-aaa2-fe8fd7a2fcef Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ Texas Health, Week by Week https://www.texashealth.org/baby-care/Week-by-Week Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 203. Midwives https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.203.htmWhat are high blood pressure numbers?https://www.lancastergeneralhealth.org/health-hub-home/2023/february/what-are-high-blood-pressure-numbers#:~:text=Normal:%20Less%20than%20120/80,Avoid%20secondhand%20smoke. White Coat Syndromehttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23989-white-coat-syndrome Why Won't an Attorney Take My Texas Medical Malpractice Case?https://www.hastingsfirm.com/your-case-and-texas-law/ Zucker School of Medicine, Amos Grunebaum, MDhttps://faculty.medicine.hofstra.edu/13732-amos-grunebaum/publications 24-Hour Urine Collectionhttps://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/treatment-tests-and-therapies/24hour-urine-collection#:~:text=A%2024%2Dhour%20urine%20collection%20is%20a%20simple%20lab%20test,is%20returned%20to%20the%20lab. 40 years later, why is IVF still not covered by insurance? Economics, ignorance and sexismhttps://www.cnn.com/2018/07/25/health/ivf-insurance-parenting-strauss/index.html *SWW S23 Theme Song & Artwork: Thank you so much to Emily Wolfe for covering Glad Rag's original song, U Think U for us this season!Hear more from Emily Wolfe:On SpotifyOn Apple Musichttps://www.emilywolfemusic.com/instagram.com/emilywolfemusicGlad Rags: https://www.gladragsmusic.com/ The S23 cover art is by the Amazing Sara StewartFollow Something Was Wrong:Website: somethingwaswrong.com IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcastTikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast Follow Tiffany Reese:Website: tiffanyreese.me IG: instagram.com/lookiebooSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
*Content warning: descriptions of medical trauma, death, infant loss, birthing trauma, medical trauma, medical neglect, mature and stressful themes. *Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources Moms Advocating For MomsS23 survivors Markeda, Kristen and Amanda have created a nonprofit, Moms Advocating for Moms, in hopes to create a future where maternal well-being is prioritized, disparities are addressed, and every mother has the resources and support she needs to thrive: https://www.momsadvocatingformoms.org/take-actionhttps://linktr.ee/momsadvocatingformoms Please sign the survivors petitions below to improve midwifery education and regulation in Texashttps://www.change.org/p/improve-midwifery-education-and-regulation-in-texas?recruiter=1336781649&recruited_by_id=74bf3b50-fd98-11ee-9e3f-a55a14340b5a&utm_source=share_petition&utm_campaign=share_for_starters_page&utm_medium=copylink Malik's Law https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB4553 M.A.M.A. has helped file a Texas bill called Malik's Law, which is intended to implement requirements for midwives in Texas to report birth outcomes in hopes of improving transparency and data collection in the midwifery field in partnership with Senator Claudia Ordaz. *Sources:American College of Nurse Midwiveshttps://midwife.org/ American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)https://www.acog.org/ Birth Settings in America: Outcomes, Quality, Access, and Choice, Maternal and Newborn Care in the United Stateshttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK555484/#:~:text=Federal%20law%20requires%20that%20most%20insurance%20companies,if%20they%20and%20their%20babies%20are%20healthy.&text=Midwives7%20provide%20care%20throughout%20the%20prenatal%20period%20for%20families%20planning%20a%20home%20birth. Cooling Therapy Treatment for HIEhttps://birthinjurycenter.org/hypoxic-ischemic-encephalopathy-hie/cooling-treatment-for-hie/#:~:text=Clinical%20trials%20have%20shown%20that,of%20death%20or%20brain%20damage. March of Dimeshttps://www.marchofdimes.org/peristats/about-us National Midwifery Institutehttps://www.nationalmidwiferyinstitute.com/midwifery North American Registry of Midwives (NARM)https://narm.org/ Postpartum Hemorrhagehttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22228-postpartum-hemorrhage Raynaud's diseasehttps://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/raynauds-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20363571 State investigating Dallas birth center and midwives, following multiple complaints from patientshttps://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/investigates/state-investigating-dallas-birth-center-midwives-following-multiple-complaints-from-patients/287-ea77eb18-c637-44d4-aaa2-fe8fd7a2fcef Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ Zucker School of Medicine, Amos Grunebaum, MDhttps://faculty.medicine.hofstra.edu/13732-amos-grunebaum/publications *SWW S23 Theme Song & Artwork: Thank you so much to Emily Wolfe for covering Glad Rag's original song, U Think U for us this season!Hear more from Emily Wolfe:On SpotifyOn Apple Musichttps://www.emilywolfemusic.com/instagram.com/emilywolfemusicGlad Rags: https://www.gladragsmusic.com/ The S23 cover art is by the Amazing Sara StewartFollow Something Was Wrong:Website: somethingwaswrong.com IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcastTikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast Follow Tiffany Reese:Website: tiffanyreese.me IG: instagram.com/lookiebooSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
*Content warning: medical trauma and neglect, threat of life, mature and stressful themes, pregnancy and infant loss. *Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources Moms Advocating For MomsS23 survivors Markeda, Kristen and Amanda have created a nonprofit, Moms Advocating for Moms, in hopes to create a future where maternal well-being is prioritized, disparities are addressed, and every mother has the resources and support she needs to thrive: https://www.momsadvocatingformoms.org/take-actionhttps://linktr.ee/momsadvocatingformoms Please sign the survivors petitions below to improve midwifery education and regulation in Texashttps://www.change.org/p/improve-midwifery-education-and-regulation-in-texas?recruiter=1336781649&recruited_by_id=74bf3b50-fd98-11ee-9e3f-a55a14340b5a&utm_source=share_petition&utm_campaign=share_for_starters_page&utm_medium=copylink Malik's Law https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB4553 M.A.M.A. has helped file a Texas bill called Malik's Law, which is intended to implement requirements for midwives in Texas to report birth outcomes in hopes of improving transparency and data collection in the midwifery field in partnership with Senator Claudia Ordaz. *Sources:American College of Nurse Midwiveshttps://midwife.org/ American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)https://www.acog.org/ ACOG, Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring During Laborhttps://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/fetal-heart-rate-monitoring-during-labor Amniotomyhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470167/#:~:text=Amniotomy%2C%20also%20known%20as%20artificial,commonly%20performed%20during%20labor%20management. March of Dimeshttps://www.marchofdimes.org/peristats/about-us National Midwifery Institutehttps://www.nationalmidwiferyinstitute.com/midwifery North American Registry of Midwives (NARM)https://narm.org/ The Second Trimesterhttps://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/the-second-trimester#:~:text=The%20second%20trimester%20is%20the,grow%20in%20length%20and%20weight. Stages of labor and birthhttps://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/labor-and-delivery/in-depth/stages-of-labor/art-20046545 State investigating Dallas birth center and midwives, following multiple complaints from patientshttps://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/investigates/state-investigating-dallas-birth-center-midwives-following-multiple-complaints-from-patients/287-ea77eb18-c637-44d4-aaa2-fe8fd7a2fcef Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ What to Know About Cervical Dilationhttps://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/cervix-dilation-chart Zucker School of Medicine, Amos Grunebaum, MDhttps://faculty.medicine.hofstra.edu/13732-amos-grunebaum/publications *SWW S23 Theme Song & Artwork: Thank you so much to Emily Wolfe for covering Glad Rag's original song, U Think U for us this season!Hear more from Emily Wolfe:On SpotifyOn Apple Musichttps://www.emilywolfemusic.com/instagram.com/emilywolfemusicGlad Rags: https://www.gladragsmusic.com/ The S23 cover art is by the Amazing Sara StewartFollow Something Was Wrong:Website: somethingwaswrong.com IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcastTikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast Follow Tiffany Reese:Website: tiffanyreese.me IG: instagram.com/lookiebooThe Webby Awards (2025)Exciting news! Something Was Wrong is nominated for Best Crime & Justice Podcast at the 2025 Webby Awards. We'd love and appreciate your support—cast your vote today!https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2025/podcasts/shows/crime-justice*Please note: the first airing of this episode stated that Rachel was a CNM, she is a CPM and LM so we corrected this error within an hour of release. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
*Content warning: Pregnancy loss, miscarriage, death of a child, infant loss, death, birth trauma, medical trauma, medical neglect, racism, mature and stressful themes. *Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources Moms Advocating For MomsS23 survivors Markeda, Kristen and Amanda have created a nonprofit, Moms Advocating for Moms, in hopes to create a future where maternal well-being is prioritized, disparities are addressed, and every mother has the resources and support she needs to thrive: https://www.momsadvocatingformoms.org/take-actionhttps://linktr.ee/momsadvocatingformoms Please sign the survivors petitions below to improve midwifery education and regulation in Texashttps://www.change.org/p/improve-midwifery-education-and-regulation-in-texas?recruiter=1336781649&recruited_by_id=74bf3b50-fd98-11ee-9e3f-a55a14340b5a&utm_source=share_petition&utm_campaign=share_for_starters_page&utm_medium=copylink *Sources:American College of Nurse Midwiveshttps://midwife.org/ American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)https://www.acog.org/ A Midwife's Approach to Getting Labor Startedhttps://avivaromm.com/labor-induction-low-natural-approaches-midwife-md/ Bathing Your Babyhttps://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/bathing-skin-care/Pages/Bathing-Your-Newborn.aspx Fetal presentation before birthhttps://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/pregnancy-week-by-week/in-depth/fetal-positions/art-20546850 Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)https://www.cdc.gov/phlp/php/resources/health-insurance-portability-and-accountability-act-of-1996-hipaa.html#:~:text=The%20Health%20Insurance%20Portability%20and,from%20disclosure%20without%20patient's%20consent. March of Dimeshttps://www.marchofdimes.org/peristats/about-us National Midwifery Institutehttps://www.nationalmidwiferyinstitute.com/midwifery North American Registry of Midwives (NARM)https://narm.org/ Office for Civil Rightshttps://www.hhs.gov/ocr/index.html State investigating Dallas birth center and midwives, following multiple complaints from patientshttps://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/investigates/state-investigating-dallas-birth-center-midwives-following-multiple-complaints-from-patients/287-ea77eb18-c637-44d4-aaa2-fe8fd7a2fcef Texas Administrative Code Title 26, Chapter 503 - Birthing Centershttps://regulations.justia.com/states/texas/title-26/part-1/chapter-503/subchapter-d/section-503-34/ Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ Texas Health and Human Services Birthing Centershttps://www.hhs.texas.gov/providers/health-care-facilities-regulation/birthing-centersWhat Happens at Appointments Once My Baby is Born?https://www.communitycaremidwives.com/faq.html#:~:text=Midwives%20provide%20care%20for%20both,six%20weeks%20after%20the%20birth.&text=breastfeeding%20support.,their%20family%20doctor%20for%20care. Zucker School of Medicine, Amos Grunebaum, MDhttps://faculty.medicine.hofstra.edu/13732-amos-grunebaum/publications *SWW S23 Theme Song & Artwork: Thank you so much to Emily Wolfe for covering Glad Rag's original song, U Think U for us this season!Hear more from Emily Wolfe:On SpotifyOn Apple Musichttps://www.emilywolfemusic.com/instagram.com/emilywolfemusicGlad Rags: https://www.gladragsmusic.com/ The S23 cover art is by the Amazing Sara StewartFollow Something Was Wrong:Website: somethingwaswrong.com IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcastTikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast Follow Tiffany Reese:Website: tiffanyreese.me IG: instagram.com/lookiebooSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
*Content warning: infant loss, death, birth trauma, medical trauma and neglect, fraud, scams. *Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources Moms Advocating For MomsMarkeda, Kristen and Amanda have created a nonprofit, Moms Advocating for Moms, in hopes to create a future where maternal well-being is prioritized, disparities are addressed, and every mother has the resources and support she needs to thrive: https://linktr.ee/momsadvocatingformoms Please sign the survivors petition below to improve midwifery education and regulation in Texas: https://tinyurl.com/SWWS23 *Sources:American College of Nurse Midwiveshttps://midwife.org/ American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)https://www.acog.org/ Balance billing: Independent Dispute Resolutionhttps://www.tdi.texas.gov/medical-billing/index.html#:~:text=Texas%20and%20federal%20laws%20prohibit,with%20a%20surprise%20medical%20bill. CMS, The No Surprises Act's Prohibitions on Balancing Billinghttps://www.cms.gov/files/document/a274577-1a-training-1-balancing-billingfinal508.pdf Do Certified Professional Midwives Need Medical Malpractice Insurance? Understanding the Legal Requirementshttps://www.rcins.com/do-certified-professional-midwives-need-medical-malpractice-insurance-understanding-the-legal-requirements/#:~:text=Texas%3A%20In%20contrast%2C%20Texas%20does,to%20carry%20medical%20malpractice%20insurance. How Expanding the Role of Midwives in U.S. Health Care Could Help Address the Maternal Health Crisishttps://www.commonwealthfund.org/publications/issue-briefs/2023/may/expanding-role-midwives-address-maternal-health-crisis#:~:text=Midwives%20are%20licensed%20health%20care,women%20at%20double%20the%20rate. Implementation of 2015 Sunset Recommendationshttps://www.sunset.texas.gov/public/uploads/files/reports/Implementation%20of%202015%20Sunset%20Recommendations.pdf The Legislative Process in Texashttps://tlc.texas.gov/docs/legref/legislativeprocess.pdf National Midwifery Institutehttps://www.nationalmidwiferyinstitute.com/midwifery North American Registry of Midwives (NARM)https://narm.org/ Practicing Medicine Without a Licensehttps://www.criminaldefenselawyer.com/resources/practicing-medicine-without-a-license.htm#:~:text=Many%20states%20make%20it%20a,fine%20of%20up%20to%20%2410%2C000. Regulation of Birth Attendants in Texashttps://texashomebirth.com/regulation-2/ Texas Board of Nursing https://www.bon.texas.gov/ Texas Department of Insurance https://www.tdi.texas.gov/ Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ TDLR, Midwives Penalties and Sanctionshttps://www.tdlr.texas.gov/enforcement/midsanctions.htm Texas Health and Human Serviceshttps://www.hhs.texas.gov/ Texas Medical Board (TMB)https://www.tmb.state.tx.us/ State investigating Dallas birth center and midwives, following multiple complaints from patients, by Morgan Young for WFAA (March 29, 2024) https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/investigates/state-investigating-dallas-birth-center-midwives-following-multiple-complaints-from-patients/287-ea77eb18-c637-44d4-aaa2-fe8fd7a2fcef What Do OB/GYN Nurse Practitioners Do?https://nursa.com/specialty-post/what-do-ob-gyn-nurse-practitoners-do#:~:text=OB/GYN%20nurse%20practitioners%20are,not%20licensed%20to%20deliver%20babies. What Is the Texas Medical Malpractice Statute of Limitations?https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/what-the-texas-statute-limitations-medical-malpractice-lawsuits.html#:~:text=Like%20a%20lot%20of%20states,and%20Remedies%20Code%20section%2074.251. Which states have the highest maternal mortality rates?https://usafacts.org/articles/which-states-have-the-highest-maternal-mortality-rates/ Why Won't an Attorney Take My Texas Medical Malpractice Case?https://www.hastingsfirm.com/your-case-and-texas-law/#:~:text=Texas%20law%20has%20made%20medical,and%20many%20hours%20of%20deposition. Zucker School of Medicine, Amos Grunebaum, MDhttps://faculty.medicine.hofstra.edu/13732-amos-grunebaum/publications *SWW S23 Theme Song & Artwork: Hear more from Emily Wolfe:On Spotify // On Apple Music // https://www.emilywolfemusic.com/ // instagram.com/emilywolfemusicGlad Rags: https://www.gladragsmusic.com/ The S23 cover art is by the Amazing Sara StewartSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
When two women vanish from the same Texas city in the summer of 2006, little attention is focused on their cases. But when a federal probe puts the city's police department and one officer in particular under the microscope, everyone's attention shifts. When human remains start showing up in nearby Angelina National Forest, even more questions arise.If you have information that could help solve the murder of Terri Reyes, please contact the Texas Department of Public Safety at 1-800-346-3243 or submit a tip online through the Texas Rangers Cold Case Website. You can also contact Texas Crime Stoppers at 1-800-252-8477 and be eligible for a $3,000 cash reward.If you want to provide information in Shaunte's case, call the San Augustine County Sheriff's Office at 936-275-2424. View source material and photos for this episode at: parkpredators.com/the-witnesses Park Predators is an audiochuck production. Connect with us on social media:Instagram: @parkpredators | @audiochuckTwitter: @ParkPredators | @audiochuckFacebook: /ParkPredators | /audiochuckllcTikTok: @audiochuck
*Content warning: death of an infant, infant loss, death, birth trauma, medical trauma, medical neglect, racism, mature and stressful themes. *Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources Moms Advocating For MomsS23 survivors Markeda, Kristen and Amanda have created a nonprofit, Moms Advocating for Moms, in hopes to create a future where maternal well-being is prioritized, disparities are addressed, and every mother has the resources and support she needs to thrive: https://www.momsadvocatingformoms.org/take-actionhttps://linktr.ee/momsadvocatingformoms Please sign the survivors petitions below to improve midwifery education and regulation in Texashttps://www.change.org/p/improve-midwifery-education-and-regulation-in-texas?recruiter=1336781649&recruited_by_id=74bf3b50-fd98-11ee-9e3f-a55a14340b5a&utm_source=share_petition&utm_campaign=share_for_starters_page&utm_medium=copylink Malik's Law https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB4553 M.A.M.A. has helped file a Texas bill called Malik's Law, which is intended to implement requirements for midwives in Texas to report birth outcomes in hopes of improving transparency and data collection in the midwifery field in partnership with Senator Claudia Ordaz. *Sources:American College of Nurse Midwiveshttps://midwife.org/ American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)https://www.acog.org/ Electronic Records and Audit Trailshttps://www.millerweisbrod.com/docs/max/Electronic_Records_and_Audit_Trails.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com Intravenous nutrient therapy: the "Myers' cocktail"https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12410623/ It's dangerous for Black women to give birth in Texas, and it could be about to get worsehttps://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2023/mar/17/texas-black-women-maternal-healthcare-crisis-medicaid March of Dimeshttps://www.marchofdimes.org/peristats/about-us Meconiumhttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/24102-meconium Midwifery Education Accreditation Council (MEAC)https://www.meacschools.org/ National Midwifery Institutehttps://www.nationalmidwiferyinstitute.com/midwifery North American Registry of Midwives (NARM)https://narm.org/ Oxytocin: The love hormonehttps://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/oxytocin-the-love-hormone Racism in the health care system is killing Black pregnant Texanshttps://www.texasstandard.org/stories/racism-in-the-health-care-system-is-killing-black-pregnant-texans/ Racism, Sexism, and the Crisis of Black Women's Healthhttps://www.bu.edu/articles/2023/racism-sexism-and-the-crisis-of-black-womens-health/ State investigating Dallas birth center and midwives, following multiple complaints from patientshttps://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/investigates/state-investigating-dallas-birth-center-midwives-following-multiple-complaints-from-patients/287-ea77eb18-c637-44d4-aaa2-fe8fd7a2fcef Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ Zucker School of Medicine, Amos Grunebaum, MDhttps://faculty.medicine.hofstra.edu/13732-amos-grunebaum/publications *SWW S23 Theme Song & Artwork: Thank you so much to Emily Wolfe for covering Glad Rag's original song, U Think U for us this season!Hear more from Emily Wolfe:On SpotifyOn Apple Musichttps://www.emilywolfemusic.com/instagram.com/emilywolfemusicGlad Rags: https://www.gladragsmusic.com/ The S23 cover art is by the Amazing Sara StewartFollow Something Was Wrong:Website: somethingwaswrong.com IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcastTikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast Follow Tiffany Reese:Website: tiffanyreese.me IG: instagram.com/lookiebooSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
*Content warning: death of an infant, infant loss, death, birth trauma, medical trauma, medical neglect, racism, mature and stressful themes. *Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources *Sources:American College of Nurse Midwiveshttps://midwife.org/ American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)https://www.acog.org/ Birth Centers Offer Potential to Transform Maternity Care Through Community-Led Approaches that Focus on Families of Colorhttps://ccf.georgetown.edu/2024/08/19/birth-centers-offer-potential-to-transform-maternity-care-through-community-led-approaches-that-focus-on-families-of-color/ CDC, Maternal Mortality Rates in the United States, 2023https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/hestat/maternal-mortality/2023/maternal-mortality-rates-2023CDC, Working Together to Reduce Black Maternal Mortalityhttps://www.cdc.gov/womens-health/features/maternal-mortality.html Center for Black Maternal Health and Reproductive Justice: https://blackmaternalhealth.tufts.edu/Comparative Analysis of Therapeutic Showers and Bathtubs for Pain Management and Labor Outcomes—A Retrospective Cohort Studyhttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/Fetal Heart Monitoringhttps://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/treatment-tests-and-therapies/fetal-heart-monitoring Fundal Heighthttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diagnostics/22294-fundal-height Health Equity Among Black Women in the United Stateshttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8020496/ Insights into the U.S. Maternal Mortality Crisis: An International Comparisonhttps://www.commonwealthfund.org/publications/issue-briefs/2024/jun/insights-us-maternal-mortality-crisis-international-comparison March of Dimeshttps://www.marchofdimes.org/peristats/about-us March of Dimes, Data: Heath Insurance/Incomehttps://www.marchofdimes.org/peristats/data?reg=99&top=11&stop=653&lev=1&slev=4&obj=1&sreg=48https://www.marchofdimes.org/peristats/data?reg=99&top=11&stop=154&lev=1&slev=4&obj=1&sreg=48Midwifery Education Accreditation Council (MEAC)https://www.meacschools.org/ Monitoring Baby's Heart Rate During Laborhttps://familydoctor.org/monitoring-babys-heart-rate-labor/ Mucus Plughttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/21606-mucus-plugNasal Cannulahttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/25187-nasal-cannula National Midwifery Institutehttps://www.nationalmidwiferyinstitute.com/midwifery CDC, National Vital Statistics Reportshttps://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/nvsr/nvsr73/nvsr73-05.pdf North American Registry of Midwives (NARM)https://narm.org/ State investigating Dallas birth center and midwives, following multiple complaints from patientshttps://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/investigates/state-investigating-dallas-birth-center-midwives-following-multiple-complaints-from-patients/287-ea77eb18-c637-44d4-aaa2-fe8fd7a2fcef Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ Water breaking: Understand this sign of laborhttps://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/labor-and-delivery/in-depth/water-breaking/art-20044142Zucker School of Medicine, Amos Grunebaum, MDhttps://faculty.medicine.hofstra.edu/13732-amos-grunebaum/publications*SWW S23 Theme Song & Artwork: Thank you so much to Emily Wolfe for covering Glad Rag's original song, U Think U for us this season!Hear more from Emily Wolfe:On SpotifyOn Apple Musichttps://www.emilywolfemusic.com/instagram.com/emilywolfemusicGlad Rags: https://www.gladragsmusic.com/ The S23 cover art is by the Amazing Sara StewartFollow Something Was Wrong:Website: somethingwaswrong.com IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcastTikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast Follow Tiffany Reese:Website: tiffanyreese.me IG: instagram.com/lookiebooSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
*Content warning: birth trauma, medical trauma, medical neglect, death, mature and stressful themes. *Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources *Sources:American College of Nurse Midwiveshttps://midwife.org/ American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)https://www.acog.org/ CDC, Health E-Stats, Maternal Mortality Rates in the United States, 2023https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/hestat/maternal-mortality/2023/Estat-maternal-mortality.pdfCDC, Maternal Mortality Rates in the United States, 2023https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/hestat/maternal-mortality/2023/maternal-mortality-rates-2023CDC, Working Together to Reduce Black Maternal Mortalityhttps://www.cdc.gov/womens-health/features/maternal-mortality.html Center for Black Maternal Health and Reproductive Justice: https://blackmaternalhealth.tufts.edu/Comparative Analysis of Therapeutic Showers and Bathtubs for Pain Management and Labor Outcomes—A Retrospective Cohort Studyhttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/Fetal Heart Monitoringhttps://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/treatment-tests-and-therapies/fetal-heart-monitoring Fundal Heighthttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diagnostics/22294-fundal-height Health Equity Among Black Women in the United Stateshttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8020496/ Insights into the U.S. Maternal Mortality Crisis: An International Comparisonhttps://www.commonwealthfund.org/publications/issue-briefs/2024/jun/insights-us-maternal-mortality-crisis-international-comparison March of Dimeshttps://www.marchofdimes.org/peristats/about-us Midwifery Education Accreditation Council (MEAC)https://www.meacschools.org/ Monitoring Baby's Heart Rate During Laborhttps://familydoctor.org/monitoring-babys-heart-rate-labor/ Mucus Plughttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/21606-mucus-plugNasal Cannulahttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/25187-nasal-cannula National Midwifery Institutehttps://www.nationalmidwiferyinstitute.com/midwifery CDC, National Vital Statistics Reportshttps://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/nvsr/nvsr73/nvsr73-05.pdf North American Registry of Midwives (NARM)https://narm.org/ State investigating Dallas birth center and midwives, following multiple complaints from patientshttps://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/investigates/state-investigating-dallas-birth-center-midwives-following-multiple-complaints-from-patients/287-ea77eb18-c637-44d4-aaa2-fe8fd7a2fcef Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ Water breaking: Understand this sign of laborhttps://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/labor-and-delivery/in-depth/water-breaking/art-20044142Zucker School of Medicine, Amos Grunebaum, MDhttps://faculty.medicine.hofstra.edu/13732-amos-grunebaum/publications*SWW S22 Theme Song & Artwork: Thank you so much to Emily Wolfe for covering Glad Rag's original song, U Think U for us this season!Hear more from Emily Wolfe:On SpotifyOn Apple Musichttps://www.emilywolfemusic.com/instagram.com/emilywolfemusicGlad Rags: https://www.gladragsmusic.com/ The S23 cover art is by the Amazing Sara StewartFollow Something Was Wrong:Website: somethingwaswrong.com IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcastTikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast Follow Tiffany Reese:Website: tiffanyreese.me IG: instagram.com/lookiebooSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
*Content warning: birth trauma, medical trauma and neglect, death, infant loss, pregnancy loss, SIDS, postpartum depression. *Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources *Sources:American College of Nurse Midwiveshttps://midwife.org/ American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)https://www.acog.org/ APGAR Scorehttps://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003402.htm Birth Traumahttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/birth-trauma Breech Babyhttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21848-breech-baby Intravenous nutrient therapy: the "Myers' cocktail"https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12410623/ March of Dimeshttps://www.marchofdimes.org/peristats/about-us Maternal placental abnormality and the risk of sudden infant death syndromehttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10192307/ Midwifery Education Accreditation Council (MEAC)https://www.meacschools.org/ National Midwifery Institutehttps://www.nationalmidwiferyinstitute.com/midwifery North American Registry of Midwives (NARM)https://narm.org/ Preeclampsiahttps://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/preeclampsia/symptoms-causes/syc-20355745 Pseudocholinesterase deficiencyhttps://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pseudocholinesterase-deficiency/symptoms-causes/syc-20354543 State investigating Dallas birth center and midwives, following multiple complaints from patientshttps://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/investigates/state-investigating-dallas-birth-center-midwives-following-multiple-complaints-from-patients/287-ea77eb18-c637-44d4-aaa2-fe8fd7a2fcef Succinylcholine injectionhttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/drugs/20755-succinylcholine-injection Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sudden-infant-death-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20352800 Tawagi, George. "Compound Presentations." Oxorn-Foote Human Labor & Birth, 6e Eds. Glenn D. Posner, et al. McGraw-Hill Medical, 2014, https://obgyn.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?bookid=1247§ionid=75163840. Umbilical Cord Prolapsehttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/12345-umbilical-cord-prolapse Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ Zucker School of Medicine, Amos Grunebaum, MDhttps://faculty.medicine.hofstra.edu/13732-amos-grunebaum/publications *SWW S22 Theme Song & Artwork: Thank you so much to Emily Wolfe for covering Glad Rag's original song, U Think U for us this season!Hear more from Emily Wolfe:On SpotifyOn Apple Musichttps://www.emilywolfemusic.com/instagram.com/emilywolfemusicGlad Rags: https://www.gladragsmusic.com/ The S23 cover art is by the Amazing Sara StewartFollow Something Was Wrong:Website: somethingwaswrong.com IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcastTikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast Follow Tiffany Reese:Website: tiffanyreese.me IG: instagram.com/lookieboo See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
*Content warning: infant loss, birth trauma, medical trauma and neglect, death, pregnancy loss, mature content. *Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources *Sources:American College of Nurse Midwiveshttps://midwife.org/ American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)https://www.acog.org/ Gestational diabeteshttps://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/gestational-diabetes/symptoms-causes/syc-20355339 Insights into the U.S. Maternal Mortality Crisis: An International Comparisonhttps://www.commonwealthfund.org/publications/issue-briefs/2024/jun/insights-us-maternal-mortality-crisis-international-comparison March of Dimeshttps://www.marchofdimes.org/peristats/about-us Maternal Mortality, A National Institutes of Health Pathways to Prevention Panel Reporthttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10863655/ Maternal Mortality Rates in the United States, 2022https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/hestat/maternal-mortality/2022/maternal-mortality-rates-2022.pdf Midwifery Education Accreditation Council (MEAC)https://www.meacschools.org/ National Midwifery Institutehttps://www.nationalmidwiferyinstitute.com/midwifery Neonatal mortality is more than tripled at planned out-of-hospital births attended by direct-entry midwives. Grunebaum, Amos et al. American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Volume 222, Issue 1, S45. https://www.ajog.org/article/S0002-9378(19)31440-1/fulltext North American Registry of Midwives (NARM)https://narm.org/ Placental abruptionhttps://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/placental-abruption/symptoms-causes/syc-20376458 Preeclampsiahttps://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/preeclampsia/symptoms-causes/syc-20355745 Severe Maternal Morbidity and Mortality Among Indigenous Women in the United Stateshttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7012336/ State investigating Dallas birth center and midwives, following multiple complaints from patientshttps://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/investigates/state-investigating-dallas-birth-center-midwives-following-multiple-complaints-from-patients/287-ea77eb18-c637-44d4-aaa2-fe8fd7a2fcef Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ *SWW S22 Theme Song & Artwork: Thank you so much to Emily Wolfe for covering Glad Rag's original song, U Think U for us this season!Hear more from Emily Wolfe:On SpotifyOn Apple Musichttps://www.emilywolfemusic.com/instagram.com/emilywolfemusicGlad Rags: https://www.gladragsmusic.com/ The S23 cover art is by the Amazing Sara StewartFollow Something Was Wrong:Website: somethingwaswrong.com IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcastTikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast Follow Tiffany Reese:Website: tiffanyreese.me IG: instagram.com/lookieboo See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.