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Republicans want to add work requirements for Americans to get Medicaid. Is that a necessary step to fight "waste, fraud, and abuse" or a sneaky way of cutting the social safety net?

The Trump administration's plans to convert some 50,000 civil servants into at-will employees has some worried that essential government functions will be politicized.

The Congressional Cemetery in Washington, D.C., includes a section of graves of LGBTQ Americans. We take a pride month tour.

Republicans want to change or reduce key social safety net programs that provide health care, food benefits and financial assistance for millions of children.

Returning with their award-winning Americana folk fusion, The Susie Glaze New Folk Ensemble is bringing a new and exciting show this year, featuring diamonds in the rough and hidden gems from some of the best songwriters in the world. With tunes by Steve Earle, John Prine, Linda Thompson, Gillian Welch, John Lennon, and many others, this show promises to be a powerful experience in songs of heartbreak and revelation. Country classics from Dolly Parton and the band’s own originals from songwriter Rob Carlson will round out this truly eclectic sound. Named the BEST NEW FOLK artist by LA Weekly in May of 2019! Award-winning vocalist Susie Glaze, mandolinist Steve Rankin, fiddler Mark Indictor, and bassist Fred Sanders are The Susie Glaze New Folk Ensemble, the newest version of the acclaimed Los Angeles-based new folk Americana fusion band, presenting gorgeous eclectic blends of mountain folk and exciting new grassy and Celtic-inspired originals, all with the remarkable voice of Susie Glaze. “If there were a word to describe this fine band, it would be sophisticated. They draw influences from disparate sources to meld their sound. The level of musicianship is exemplary.… display a great range of prowess and work as a tight unit.” – Bluegrass Unlimited “…one of the finest and most original Americana groups in California (or in the country for that matter).” – No Depression Augmenting their sound is the lush, Celtic sounds of Rankin’s bouzouki, the mountain sounds of Susie’s Appalachian dulcimer and traditional autoharp, with Mark Indictor’s virtuoso fiddling, and Fred Sanders’ remarkable bass work rounding out the orchestral nature of this amazing quartet. Susie Glaze has been honored to be included on the newly-released Compass Records tribute album, Dear Jean – Artists Celebrate Jean Ritchie, alongside such artists as Judy Collins, Pete Seeger, Janis Ian, Tim O’Brien, John McCutcheon, Robin and Linda Williams, and many more. Visit: www.susieglaze.com

This week's installment features weird dolls, presidential decrees and even a sports question! Best of luck.

Conflict has sown trauma in the western region of Colombia. Doctors Without Borders is working with local healers and health care professionals to come up with ways to help heal the psychic wounds.

More than 2 million acres of federal lands would be sold to states or other entities under a budget proposal from Utah Republican Sen. Mike Lee — including some in San Diego and Imperial Counties.

NPR wants to know how you feel about celebrating Juneteenth at this moment in history

Millions of people who use the food assistance program SNAP are facing changes: on what food they can buy, how much money they'll receive or even if they'll still qualify for the program.