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TL/DR - House Republicans are proposing a two-step plan to fund the government, which maintains funding at its current levels without the deep spending cuts some members of the party aimed for. The first bill extends funding until January 19 and includes funding for military construction, Veterans Affairs, transportation, housing, and the Energy…

TL/DR - The health insurance industry is rife with exploitation and abuse, prioritizing shareholders over patients and providers. The U.S. health system places the burden of maintaining coverage on individuals, making it difficult for those who are ill or working multiple jobs. A 2022 survey found that 41% of adults have medical or dental debt,…

TL/DR - The Marquette Mountain Ski Patrol partnered with the Eagle Mine and Upper Peninsula Health Plan for a day of education and free giveaways. They distributed free snowsports helmets as part of Mountain Lids on Kids and Snowsports Safety Day, and also provided safety videos, games, music, and a party. According to Ski Patrol Director Debbie…

TL/DR - SOS Community Services, a non-profit organization in Washtenaw County, Michigan, is responding to an unprecedented surge in demand for their services, especially for shelter, in 2023. According to Executive Director Rhonda Weathers, the organization has over 150 families living outside and waiting for shelter, compared to a pre-pandemic…