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Uninsured rate hits record low, just as millions start losing Medicaid coverage

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:34:41 GMT

(The Hill) -- An all-time low of 7.7 percent of Americans had no health insurance in the first three months of 2023, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.But that number, which still translates to more than 25 million people, is likely already higher now as states disenroll millions who gained Medicaid coverage during the pandemic public health emergency. Federal legislation passed during the pandemic gave states extra money for Medicaid, but only if they kept people continuously enrolled in the program.Before the pandemic, people “churned” in and out of Medicaid for various reasons. Participants lost their coverage if they earned too much or didn’t provide the information needed to verify their income or residency.But during the emergency period, income changes or missed paperwork didn't matter. If someone was enrolled in Medicaid in March 2020, or if they became eligible at any point during the pandemic, they remained eligible the e...

Austin performer joins new lawsuit to block Texas drag performance law

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:34:41 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — An Austin-based drag performer added her name to a lawsuit filed Thursday aimed at blocking a Texas law that the plaintiffs argue would amount to a "drag ban" in the state. Brigitte Bandit, the local drag artist, is among the plaintiffs now suing the interim Texas attorney general and other officials over Senate Bill 12, which is set to go into effect on Sept. 1. The other groups that filed the lawsuit are the ACLU of Texas, two community Pride organizations and a couple of drag performance companies, including Extragrams based in Austin. Parents, doctors sue Texas to block transgender minor health care ban According to a news release announcing the lawsuit, the ACLU of Texas called the law unconstitutional, arguing it violates the First and Fourteenth Amendments. It also contends the law "threatens the livelihood and free expression of many Texans, including drag performers.""The law is written in a way that could censor a large number of constitutionally protect...

Photos: Central Texans capture first supermoon of August

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:34:41 GMT

CENTRAL TEXAS (KXAN) -- Folks across Central Texas witnessed Tuesday the first of two supermoons that appearing in August. Tuesday's moon, called the "Sturgeon Moon," is one of four supermoons in 2023, according to NASA. A supermoon happens when a full moon coincides with the moon’s closest approach to Earth, making the moon appear 7% larger and up to 30% brighter.Enjoy viewer photos of the supermoon from across the KXAN viewing area in the gallery below. Aug. 1, 2023, supermoon spotted in Central Texas (Courtesy: Ricardo Meza)Aug. 1, 2023, supermoon spotted in Central Texas (KXAN Viewer Photo)Aug. 1, 2023, supermoon spotted in Central Texas (KXAN Viewer Photo)Aug. 1, 2023, supermoon spotted in Central Texas (KXAN Viewer Photo)Aug. 1, 2023, supermoon seen from southeast Austin near FM 973 (Courtesy: Gary Johnson Hicks)Aug. 1, 2023, supermoon seen from southeast Austin near FM 973 (Courtesy: Gary Johnson Hicks)Aug. 1, 2023, supermoon spotted in Central Texas (Courtesy: Lauren Lynn Ta...

San Marcos formally revokes juvenile curfew

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:34:41 GMT

SAN MARCOS, Texas (KXAN) -- The City of San Marcos officially got rid of its juvenile curfew during a city council meeting Tuesday. This comes after the Texas Legislature passed a law doing away with curfews, which will go into effect next month. San Marcos city leaders told KXAN in June they stopped prioritizing enforcement of the curfew after the legislature's move. Central Texas cities will not enforce youth curfews ahead of new law The city's juvenile curfew ordinance was reinstated last December after expiring. The curfew impacted those between 10 and 17 years of age.

Cynthia M. Allen: New York, a sanctuary city, says it can’t take more migrants. Texas can relate

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:34:41 GMT

A couple years ago, a column in The Washington Post criticized Gov. Greg Abbott for his decision to pull the licenses of shelters and foster-care programs that provided care to unaccompanied migrant children.There was at the time (and still is) a major migrant crisis at the border. COVID-era policies further limited shelter capacity. Service-providers were becoming strapped.Abbott’s move, however harshly it was portrayed in the national media, was intended to force the federal government to assume care of these children and free up state resources that were otherwise completely overwhelmed — and intended for state residents.Texas is accustomed to bearing most of the brunt of failed immigration policies, but in recent years, the burden has grown.And the migrant surge, Abbott argued, was ultimately the federal government’s responsibility.Still, the news stories played only one way.“There’s no room in the inn in Texas,” asserted a heart-wrenching hea...

Minnesota United loose Kervin Arriaga for season

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:34:41 GMT

Minnesota United lost a second midfielder to a season-ending knee injury this season and will reportedly bring back a former midfielder.The Loons announced Thursday Kervin Arriaga suffered a torn meniscus in his right knee — similar to Robin Lod’s injury in May. United won’t be short-handed, however.The Athletic reported MNUFC traded with Nashville SC for Jan Gregus. Terms were not included.Gregus came to Minnesota as a Designated Player in 2019 and left after the 2021 season. He played 27 matches for San Jose Earthquakes in 2022. With Nashville, he has played only 223 minutes this season.Arriaga had missed training this week after playing in the Leagues Cup group-stage match against Chicago Fire last Thursday and will soon have surgery, the club said. He played in 16 matches, scoring two goals and providing two assists in 1,006 minutes.Related ArticlesSoccer | Loons’ leaky defense late in games carries over to Leagues Cup Soccer | Saudi Arabia is sh...

Loons’ leaky defense late in games carries over to Leagues Cup

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:34:41 GMT

Minnesota United’s Leagues Cup match against Chicago Fire on July 27 was all too familiar.The Loons conceded two goals after the 75th minute — the equalizer and the deciding goal in a 3-2 defeat — meaning MNUFC yet again dropped points from a winning position.The Loons have allowed 30 total goals in MLS this season, including nine after the 75th minute — a whopping 30 percent. Overall in MLS, they have dropped nine points when leading games this season.The concerning trend continued against the Fire last week and it bleeds into their Leagues Cup round of 32 match against the Columbus Crew at 7 p.m. Friday.The Crew lead MLS with 45 goals scored this season, and they dispatched Club America — North America’s most historic side— 4-1 on Monday to finish first in their group. Now they host Friday’s knockout game against the Loons at Lower.com Field.“They move the ball really well,” Loons center back Michael Boxall said Tuesday. “Obviously, I thought Club America were always, kind of, hav...

DMV releases Giants, Jets themed license plates

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:34:41 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has released redesigned New York Giants and Jets custom license plates ahead of the 2023 NFL season. Fans who are interested in getting one can visit the DMV's website to order theirs today.Image via NYS DMV Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “It is no secret that as a Buffalonian and life-long Bills fan, I am partial to the Bills plate design, but I am thrilled to round out our NFL plate series with equally eye-catching designs for the Jets and Giants,” said DMV Commissioner Mark J.F. Schroeder. “I think Gang Green and Big Blue fans will agree that these plates are worth cheering for. I hope fans take advantage of the opportunity to show their team pride everywhere they drive.”

WATCH: Gov. Hochul making education announcement in Albany

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:34:41 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Governor Kathy Hochul is in Albany at the New York State Education Department Thursday. She will be making an education announcement there, scheduled to start around 11 a.m.

VSP: Man found dead inside car, police investigating

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:34:41 GMT

TINMOUTH, Vt. (NEWS10) -- Vermont State Police are investigating a man who was found dead inside a car along VT RT 140 in Tinmouth, Vermont. Police have not released the name of the man and say there is no cause for public concern. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Wednesday, around 9 p.m., Vermont State Police in Rutland were called regarding a death that happened along VT RT 140 in Tinmouth. Once they arrived, they identified the 75-year-old man dead parked inside his car along a pull-off. The death is not considered suspicious. This investigation is ongoing, and no further information is available at this time.