Animation reveals H.R. 3486, the Stop Illegal Entry Act, mandating strict prison sentences for asylum seekers. Passed with little media coverage, it increases penalties for border entry. GOP led congress passed it.
Massachusetts' strict statute of limitations hinders rape prosecutions. Louise's case highlights the struggle for justice, DNA evidence's role, and reform efforts to extend deadlines.
Chicago invests in STEAM academies (science, tech, arts, math) in North Lawndale to reverse declining enrollment and draw families back to neighborhood schools. Community support is key.
Monterey Park aims for environmental equity, ensuring all residents have access to green spaces. Strategic planning integrates parks, transit, and water management for a sustainable community. Green system and nature access are important.
Youth-led protests in Nepal, fueled by corruption and a social media ban, led to PM Oli's resignation. The uprising highlights deep-seated issues of inequality and government accountability. Key: Nepal protests, corruption, youth uprising.
Smartphone Free Childhood (SFC) is a grassroots movement pushing back against smartphone overuse in kids. It promotes delayed phone access and parental commitment to protect children's mental health. #SmartphoneFreeChildhood
Inell Woods Park opens as a safe space for Latino & African immigrants, offering exercise, gardens, and community gathering. It promotes equity, health, and connection in an underserved area.
Dogtooth Bend farmers face constant flooding. Federal programs are slow and inadequate. Farmers struggle with crop insurance, easement paperwork, and bureaucracy while battling failing land and financial ruin.
Parks provide free Wi-Fi, green spaces, & inclusive activities, boosting community well-being. Focus on park equity ensures accessibility for all, including children with disabilities and special needs.
Analysis reveals Texas's high flaring approval rate, industry's misleading claims on emissions reduction, and the impact on communities like Catarina. Focus on environmental concerns and regulatory oversight.
Explore the rise of Green Runners (TGR) & sustainable practices in sports. Discover how runners are reducing waste, emissions, and promoting eco-friendly running gear and events. Plastic waste, running club, running gear.
ProPublica investigates Lloyd Gray's case: a life sentence in Louisiana due to a nonunanimous jury verdict and possible racial bias. The swastika on his file highlights systemic issues.
CDC faces turmoil after Monarez's firing over vaccine policies. Concerns rise about scientific integrity and public health. Key leaders resign, questioning vaccine access and safety. Kennedy's actions spark controversy.
Manchester is developing a pioneering age-friendly, zero-carbon community as part of a ₤1.5 bn redevelopment. It integrates housing, healthcare, and community spaces to support older residents. Focus on active aging.
Protests erupt against ICE raids and Trump's immigration policies after Carlos Montoya's death. Community shows support. Advocates demand protection for immigrant families and day laborers.
ProPublica investigates Trump's impact, HHS data discrepancies, global issues like El Salvador prisons, Afghan scholars' risks, and challenges to environmental protections.
Oxnard farmworkers live in fear after ICE raids. MICOP provides crucial support, informing the community and helping families plan for potential detentions amid Trump-era immigration enforcement.
