DOJ’s New Health Care Task Force Boosts Antitrust Vigilance

TL/DR - The Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) have increased their antitrust scrutiny on the health care industry, including the creation of the new Task Force on Health Care Monopolies and Collusion (HCMC). Similar to the Procurement Collusion Strike Force (PCSF), the HCMC will bring together enforcement…

Chicago Weather: Track Illinois Rain & Storms – NBC Chicago

TL/DR - The Chicago area is expected to experience a potentially stormy start to Memorial Day weekend, resulting in severe weather alerts and creating travel concerns. There is uncertainty about multiple rounds of possible storms, and the area remained under a severe thunderstorm watch until 1 p.m. NBC 5's live interactive radar can be used to…

GRPD vows stern action against risky car gatherings

TL/DR - The Grand Rapids Police Department is tightening measures against dangerous car meetups, often organized on social media. These meetups turn dangerous when participants engage in activities known as "slide shows," where cars perform risky stunts or block intersections, leading to a chaotic environment and injuries. The police are planning…

Gov. Mills Appoints New Acting Commissioner for Maine DHHS

TL/DR - Governor Janet Mills has appointed Deputy Commissioner Sara Gagné-Holmes as the Acting Commissioner of the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, effective from June 1, 2024, following the departure of Commissioner Jeanne Lambrew. Gagné-Holmes, who has been a Deputy Commissioner since 2019, has a background in health policy and…