PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - October 17, 2025

Dozens of IL 'No Kings' protests planned Saturday; MN officials: SNAP benefits jeopardized by government shutdown and NYS bill would end gas system subsidies.    

'No Kings' rallies planned for Saturday across Massachusetts; Report: Economic outlook not favorable for Arkansas farmers and NYS bill would end gas system subsidies.    

Ohio educators warn SNAP cuts could worsen hunger in schools; Reports: Vaping pervades IL high schools and middle schools and IN lawmakers confront ongoing teacher pay gap.    

Child care bill seeks to expand access for parents, pay for workers; IN lawmakers confront ongoing teacher pay gap; and SCOTUS hears arguments in pivotal challenge to Voting Rights Act.

Supreme Court takes up GOP-led challenge to Voting Rights Act that could affect control of Congress; Report: Vaping disrupts learning for NC middle, high school students; Under big question mark, MN boasts nearly 64,000 clean energy jobs; Massive 'No Kings' protests planned across the nation this Saturday.    

US strikes another boat accused of carrying drugs in waters off Venezuela, killing 6, Trump says; Report: 'Clean' transportation brings big benefits to CA; NY immigrant domestic workers face abuse, exploitation; Leaders across CA support offshore wind despite Trump opposition.    

Alaska flooding leaves one dead and two missing; Government shutdown hits two-week mark; NV education advocates speak out against SNAP cuts; Report: Debt buyers leave Virginians at risk of wage garnishment; Study: Fruit flies reveal dangers of a sedentary lifestyle.    

Dozens rescued, several still missing after monster storm brings violent wind gusts and record storm surge to western Alaska; Child-care bill seeks to change reimbursement for providers; Indiana Chief Justice warns of rising threats in courtrooms; Equality New Mexico makes 2025 election endorsements; Panelists: Native economies deserve number crunching, too.    

Last living hostages released after 2 years, Trump addresses Knesset; Alaska small businesses face losing health insurance; Advocates: Loss of SNAP benefits would hurt AZ families, students; NYS nurses concerned about Medicaid cuts, ACA subsidies expiring.    

Storm smacking the east coast will bring days of heavy rain and wind; Government shutdown looms large over state workers in MN; 'ALL IN for Safe Schools' addresses immigration, LGBTQ policy; Advocates: Michigan budget 'shortchanges' public schools; Creating sustainable energy for Indigenous Arizonans.