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Paxtyn Merten

Paxtyn Merten is a senior data reporter for ��TV on the money desk. She is based in Seattle and previously worked for the Puget Sound Business Journal as a data reporter and beat reporter covering technology, transportation, and education.

Technology

6 ways digital accessibility is good for business

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Careers & Education

A tale of two nurses: How average travel nurse compensation compares to all US nurse salaries

An African American nurse wearing glasses using a stethoscope on male patient resting in bed.

Cannabis

Where cannabis is supporting tax revenue the most

Military

How does the VA support the nearly half of veterans who are 65 and older?

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Social Issues

How the racial wage gap has fallen—and risen—over the past two decades

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Business & Economy

Import costs in these industries are keeping prices high

Social Issues

Facial recognition, biometrics largely accepted in tech, but some remain wary of certain uses

A woman scans face using facial recognition system on smartphone.

Health

States where the most people are receiving substance use treatment

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Business & Economy

Small banks emerge as the top source for small business financing

A Black woman at the desk is showing an application document to an African American woman sitting opposite her.

Business & Economy