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As a sepia-toned haze continues to blanket communities throughout Michigan, some government offices, local businesses and event hosts are closing up shop, as state officials urge residents to limit their time outdoors due to hazardous air quality. Smoke from Canadian wildfires has worsened air quality across the Great Lakes region, with the Michigan Department of […]
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Kyle Davidson
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7/17/26
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SoFi reports that over 61% of medical professionals carry student loan debt exceeding $100,000, with many seeking refinancing to lower interest rates and costs.
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Caren Weiner for SoFi
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7/17/26
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XbotGo reports AI is revolutionizing soccer, enhancing talent discovery and training through automated tracking, analytics, and accessibility for all players.
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Gabriel Roxas for XbotGo
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7/17/26
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(BPT) - Key takeawaysAs America celebrates 250 years of freedom, it's time to honor the veterans, service members, and their loved ones who have made it possible.Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) …
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7/17/26
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RJ Nautical reports that regular maintenance is vital for extending boat engine life, preventing costly repairs, and ensuring boating safety.
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Robert McClure for RJ Nautical
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7/17/26
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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is advising people not to eat shredded iceberg lettuce at Taco Bell locations in West Virginia and four other states after it’s been linked to a multistate outbreak of cyclospora, a parasite that causes diarrhea. So far, 1,644 people in five states have gotten sick due to […]
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Lori Kersey
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7/17/26
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RealTruck.com reports that truck overheating can stem from common issues like low coolant, broken water pumps, and damaged belts.
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Brendan Soriano for RealTruck.com
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7/17/26
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TheZebra.com reports that homeownership costs can exceed $16,000 annually, with insurance, maintenance, taxes, and rising utility bills often overlooked by buyers.
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Erik J. Martin for TheZebra.com
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7/17/26
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With Ohio in a heat wave and an air-quality advisory, the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services and the Breathing Association are reminding Ohioans that many are eligible for emergency help. The Summer Crisis Program began on July 1 and runs through Sept. 30. Last year it served more than 55,000 Ohio households. The […]
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Marty Schladen
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7/17/26
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Ohio has reported 1,316 cyclosporiasis cases as of Thursday, according to the Ohio Department of Health, as the parasite makes headlines around the country for causing gastrointestinal illness described by some as “explosive diarrhea.” There have been 96 hospitalizations and Lucas County in Northwest Ohio has had the most cases with 278 as of Thursday, according to […]
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Megan Henry
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7/17/26
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Iowa health insurance companies are proposing premium increases for Affordable Care Act customers in 2027, affecting thousands of Iowans. The proposal comes after insurers increased premiums for ACA-marketplace customers in 2026 by an average of 15.3% in Iowa. The proposed premium increases come as enhanced tax credits, money from the federal government paid directly to […]
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Kadin Luhmann
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7/17/26
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Hot weather is making potentially dangerous algae blooms more likely in North Dakota, with state officials adding Devils Lake to its watch list. The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality on Thursday issued algae advisories for Devils Lake in Ramsey and Benson counties and Lake Brekken in McLean County. The agency had previously issued warnings […]
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North Dakota Monitor staff
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7/17/26
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Shipley Energy reports that summer energy costs can peak for businesses due to HVAC demands, variable rates, and demand charges, making energy assessments vital.
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Lucas Winter for Shipley Energy
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7/17/26
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Floodlight reports that in Texas, a minor permit loophole allows AI data centers like OpenAI's Stargate to build polluting power plants with minimal public notice, affecting nearby residents.
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Evan Simon for Floodlight
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7/17/26
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The 74 reports Windsor Park Elementary in Texas boosts reading skills through its Millionaires Club, motivating students to read over 315 million words this year.
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Lauren Wagner for The 74
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7/17/26
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BetterHelp reports that modern mental health research highlights how gender identity and sexuality impact mental health, advocating for inclusive care to improve outcomes.
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Ryan Kunz for BetterHelp
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7/17/26
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The Hechinger Report reports bipartisan reforms are emerging in higher education, aiming to increase accountability and protect students financially.
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Jon Marcus for The Hechinger Report
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7/17/26
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(BPT) - Every year on July 20, kids and adults alike celebrate National Lollipop Day. Whether you call them lollipops, pops or suckers, these hard candies are a small pleasure making kids smile and …
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7/17/26
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SmartAsset reports millions of seniors face financial scams, with Arizona having the highest rate, where business impostor scams are also most common among older Americans.
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Toby Nelson for SmartAsset
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7/17/26
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Freight Right reports ocean freight rates are declining amid tariff uncertainty, causing importers to delay shipments. Lower prices aren't boosting volume, and the market's future hinges on tariff decisions.
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Michael Emiliani for Freight Right
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7/17/26
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The growing number of deaths in Nevada prisons prompted scrutiny from state lawmakers, who were told by corrections officials Tuesday that 166 people have died in custody since 2024. There were at least 98 deaths – the largest portion of the total number – in that two and a half year time period that were […]
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Michael Lyle
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7/17/26
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Addiction Recovery Care, once Kentucky’s largest provider of addiction services, has reached a settlement with the federal government over “billing issues,” the Louisa, KY-based company said in a July 16 news release. It also announced it has reached a separate settlement with a finance company that had accused ARC of fraud. “The resolution of these […]
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Deborah Yetter
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7/17/26
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In a state led by Republicans who have often portrayed social services as handouts that keep people in poverty, Arkansas’ Medicaid expansion program has faced multiple attempts to kill it or limit who can access it. More than 837,000 Arkansans are on Medicaid, the federally-funded, low-cost insurance program for low-income people and people with disabilities. […]
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Tess Vrbin
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7/17/26
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The board overseeing the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) on Thursday voted unanimously to give State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris a 7% raise, effective Sept. 1. According to state data, Harris currently makes about $336,000. The raise, a 5% performance-based raise and a 2% cost-of-living adjustment, amounts to an increase of about $16,800, […]
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Anna Barrett
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7/17/26
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A parasite that causes intestinal trouble like diarrhea, cramps and bloating is spreading nationwide this summer, but Virginia’s Department of Health said this week there is no evidence to suggest an outbreak in the state. There were 37 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis as of July 4, officials said. Cyclospora, the microscopic parasite that causes it, […]
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Charlotte Rene Woods
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7/17/26
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