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Pension Board Investigation Launched by Ohio Attorney General

COLUMBUS, Ohio – An investigation has been launched by Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost regarding potential breaches of fiduciary duty by the state teacher’s pension board. Concerns have been raised about possible susceptibility to a hostile takeover by private interests, prompting Yost to consider actions that may result in the removal of board members. The State Teachers Retirement System, with assets totaling $94 billion, has faced turmoil for years. Recent developments saw a court ruling …

Health System Sustainability Center Launched at Brown University to Improve Global Population Health

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Health care spending in the United States remains significantly higher than that of other high-income nations, driving attention to the challenges facing cost, quality, and access in the system. Dr. Ashish K. Jha, dean of Brown University School of Public Health, emphasizes the importance of understanding how health care systems in other countries operate and how their strategies impact overall population health. Jha recently announced the establishment of the Center for Health …

Impeachment Proceedings Launched Against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas

Washington, D.C. – House Republicans are making swift strides in the impeachment proceedings against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. The committee held its second and final hearing within eight days. The focus of the hearing was on the alleged human costs of Mayorkas’ misconduct and failure to uphold his oath of office, according to GOP Rep. Mark Green of Tennessee, the chairman of the committee. Mayorkas has been continuously accused by Republicans of not enforcing …

Expansion of Essential Plan finally launched after long wait

Albany, New York – After much anticipation, the long-awaited expansion of the Essential Plan has finally been launched in the state. This expansion is set to provide greater access to essential healthcare services for a broader population that previously struggled to afford coverage. With the new expansion, more individuals and families will now have the opportunity to enroll in this affordable health insurance option and receive the care they need. The Essential Plan expansion comes …

Tax and Toll Increase Package Launched by Democrats in Maryland House of Delegates Holding State Budget Hostage

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland – Democrats in the Maryland House of Delegates unveiled a bold $1.2 billion tax, toll, and fee increase package on Friday, setting the stage for a contentious budget battle in the state. The proposal aims to address mounting deficit projections in Maryland, reminiscent of the challenges faced during the Great Recession. The comprehensive plan includes measures such as legalizing and taxing online poker and other forms of internet gambling, introducing new fees for …

Retirement Product Launched by Robinhood for Gig Workers in Partnership with Grubhub, Taskrabbit, and Gopuff

New York, NY – Robinhood, a popular brokerage platform, has introduced a new retirement product specifically designed to assist gig workers employed by companies such as Grubhub, Taskrabbit, and Gopuff in saving for their future. The new Robinhood Retirement For Independent Workers program offers a range of services, including a matching incentive, to support gig workers in building their retirement savings. Through this initiative, gig workers at the partnering companies will receive an investment match …

Antitrust Probe Launched into UnitedHealth by DOJ

Washington, DC – The Department of Justice (DOJ) has launched an antitrust probe into UnitedHealth, one of the largest health insurance companies in the United States. This move comes amidst concerns over potential violations of antitrust laws in the healthcare industry. The investigation into UnitedHealth’s business practices seeks to determine if the company has engaged in any anti-competitive behavior that could harm consumers or stifle competition. This probe underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring fair …

Investigation Launched into Organ Collection Organizations in the United States

Good morning from Washington D.C., where an investigation has been launched into organ collection organizations for potential overbilling and other concerns. Federal authorities are scrutinizing whether organ procurement organizations (OPOs) in at least five states have been charging the government excessively for their services, with investigators from the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Veterans Affairs leading the effort. The probe, which has been ongoing for several months, has intensified recently …

Cost Probe Launched for Proposed Dana-Farber, Beth Israel Deal

Boston, MA- The state of Massachusetts will be conducting a cost probe of the proposed partnership between Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. This decision comes after a state panel called for a further review of the deal, which would bring the two renowned medical institutions together in a significant collaboration. The partnership has sparked both excitement and concerns within the healthcare community, as stakeholders await the findings of the cost probe …

Manhunt Launched for Romeo Nance After Fatal Shooting Rampage in Joliet

JOLIET, Ill. — A manhunt is underway following the discovery of seven people shot and killed in two separate homes in Joliet on Monday afternoon. According to Joliet police Chief Bill Evans, officers responded to a report from the Will County Sheriff’s office about several deceased individuals in the 2200 block of West Acres Road, near Madison Street. The bodies were found in two different houses across the street from each other. Authorities believe that …