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Court: State Health Plans Must Include Gender-Affirming Surgery

TL/DR - The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit has ruled that state healthcare plans must cover gender-affirming surgeries, marking a significant victory for transgender rights. The court found that the health plans in North Carolina and West Virginia were discriminatory, despite state officials arguing that their policies were based on…

Raleigh Honors Mykia Daniel: 13-year-old Remembered with Balloon Tribute

TL/DR - A 13-year-old girl, known as Mykia Daniel, was shot and killed in Raleigh. There was a gathering of friends and family to celebrate her life, releasing balloons in her honor. A 16-year-old is currently facing a murder charge in connection with her death. Raleigh Community Mourns Young Life Lost to Gun Violence A balloon release…

Reaction to Possible Asheville Business Improvement Scheme

TL/DR - The Asheville City Council has held a public consultation about the possibility of a Business Improvement District (BID) downtown. A BID could improve safety and cleanliness, increase pressure washing, graffiti removal and trash collection for business and property owners. The council will potentially make a decision on the topic during…

Crisis at Columbia University as Rabbi Urges Jewish Students Home

TL/DR - Columbia University is facing a crisis as a rabbi linked to the school urged Jewish students to stay home amid rising tensions on campus. The situation, which has drawn condemnation from the White House and New York officials, escalated following antisemitism and pro-Palestinian protests on and around the campus. The university's…