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After Trump defunding, thousands losing rental assistance in NYC may finally have relief

The Trump administration issued new guidance outlining a plan to replace expiring rental assistance vouchers with a new program.
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New Jersey lawmaker is trying to bring Dolly Parton's Imagination Library to New Jersey

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Your guide to October stargazing

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