Prime Healthcare Acquires Nine Ascension Hospitals in Illinois in Landmark Expansion
Ascension is selling nine Illinois hospitals to Prime Healthcare. The deal includes a $250 million investment by Prime, and employees must reapply for jobs. Regulatory approvals are pending, with completion expected by early 2025.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues Biden Administration, Challenging HHS Rule on Contraceptives for Minors
Texas AG Ken Paxton has sued the Biden Administration's HHS over a rule that would bypass Texas's parental consent law for minors getting contraceptives, arguing it's a constitutional issue.
Allegations of Funds Misappropriation Hit Houston Surrogacy Company as Families Face Financial Strain
A Houston-based surrogacy escrow company, SEAM, and its owner are accused of mishandling funds, affecting numerous families and prompting a lawsuit alleging the use of escrow money for personal gains.
San Diego County Intensifies Dengue Prevention Efforts with Targeted Mosquito Control in Mt. Hope
San Diego County Vector Control is spraying in Mt. Hope to stop the spread of dengue after a case was reported. The treatment covers 12 acres and uses the EPA-sanctioned pesticide AquaDuet. Residents are advised on precautionary measures.












