Heat-related illnesses can affect anyone. Officials say prolonged exposure to extreme heat without relief can cause health issues ranging from mild to severe and, in some cases, even death.

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President Donald Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" cuts social safety net programs like SNAP to rein in government spending.

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