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The recent murder-suicide of two Ulster County first responders casts a spotlight on the mental health of people who risk their lives to save others. Mindy Brugger's sister and daughter spoke to WAMC's Sam Dingman about the woman they loved. We also spoke to the Ulster County sheriff about a new wellness unit created to support them. Listen to Northeast Notebook podcast episodes, published every weekday by 5 p.m. wherever you listen to podcasts!
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New York Public Media
“I think she brings a lot of energy to the process, engages young people in particular,” Hochul said.
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Dotted along the walls of the new Highmark Stadium are art displays that tell the story of WNY’s rich history and culture. Among them is a panel completed by Seneca Nation artist Caleb Abrams. The display aims to connect visitors and locals alike to the Haudenosaunee communities that call the region home.
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1199 SEIU United Healthcare Workers East is already America’s largest healthcare union — but could grow by over 47% with one of the largest union election votes in U.S. history now pending.
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Brooks was fatally beaten by guards inside the Marcy Correction Facility. His family and the state agreed to a $24 million settlement.
NPR News
Lawyers representing the White House and the three media outlets banned from the property sparred over the constitutional rights of journalists at a hearing in federal court Wednesday.
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As President Trump and China's President Xi prepare to meet, Rush Doshi of the Council on Foreign Relations explains the current state of U.S.-China relations and what to expect from this summit.
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Housing affordability challenges are spreading to higher income brackets, according to new research, which found one in five renters struggled last year to pay for their housing in full and on time.
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For anyone who grew up staring blankly at museum artwork, this is the fun that was missing: Coco leads interactive and (mostly) factual art history comedy tours.