Innovative 'ocean pots' by POTR recycle marine plastic waste, turning ghost nets into planters. Traceability & clean-up initiatives are key, supporting environmental health & positive change.
Idaho schools face a special education crisis due to funding gaps & legal violations, impacting students with disabilities. Grievances, lack of resources, and non-compliance plague districts.
Disaster Management, linked to labor violations & undocumented worker schemes, secures contracts for migrant detention camps, raising ethical concerns. Albers, a key figure, faces scrutiny.
ProPublica reveals Microsoft's reliance on China-based engineers for US government cloud systems, raising cybersecurity concerns and prompting investigations. DoD, Justice, Treasury and Commerce departments are impacted.
Supreme Court justices disclose income from book royalties, trips. Concerns raised about state high court partisanship and transparency. Includes information on Justice Sotomayor, Gorsuch, Roberts, and Jackson. Election controversies highlighted.
Positive news abounds: Bike-friendly cities, environmental remediation, climate legal action, renewable energy growth, old-growth forest protection, and community support are making a difference.
LUNA in San Jose organizes 'neighborhood guards' in response to anti-immigrant policies. Focus on family preparedness, self-defense, and community support against ICE raids. Developing community leaders.
LUNA, a grassroots org in San Jose, is forming 'community guards' to counter anti-immigrant policies. They aim to educate and protect Latino families from ICE raids, focusing on family, security, and education planning.
Emmanuel Sonubi reflects on life after heart failure in 2019, rudeness, world's state, quitting smoking and the importance of positive news. Upcoming Edinburgh Fringe show and UK tour.
Experts address aging challenges: health, finances, elder abuse. Planning, social connection, and resource utilization are crucial for seniors' well-being and security. Early action advised.
La Raza magazine became a powerful voice of the Chicano Movement, addressing injustice, education, and the Vietnam War. It empowered communities through visual language and political expression. Its archive is at UCLA.
Jill's story of genetic mutation, marriage, and scientific contribution. From Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy diagnosis to impacting research and helping others, she left a lasting legacy. Genetic testing, family, and scientific discovery.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s reform of the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program sparks controversy. Changes threaten vaccine access, autism compensation, and industry stability. $4.8B fund at risk.
ProPublica reports on FDA exemptions allowing banned foreign factories to ship drugs to the U.S., raising concerns about drug quality, patient safety, and regulatory oversight. Focus on FDA and sunlight pharma.
Microsoft used "digital escorts" with security clearances to manage sensitive U.S. data, raising concerns about potential Chinese cyber espionage via remote tech support. A ProPublica investigation reveals the risks.
Deadly floods in Texas & North Carolina reveal gaps in emergency response despite weather warnings. Accountability demanded after fatal flash floods and landslides.
Houston Community Media Expo unites diverse voices, bridging information gaps. Focus: multicultural media, community engagement, and health equity. Key topics included the use of social media and community narratives.
George Mason University faces scrutiny amid conservative attacks and a federal antisemitism investigation. Critics allege bias, while the university defends its diversity efforts. President Washington feels targeted.
Discover inspiring stories of change: smartphone-free childhoods, beekeeping, sustainable sports, art projects, prison healing with scent, recycled furniture, and justice pursuits. Building a better future together.
Natalie Nakase, Golden State Valkyries' head coach, is making history as the first Asian-American WNBA coach. Her grit, inclusivity, and leadership are driving the team's success and inspiring many.
Natalie Nakase, Golden State Valkyries' head coach, breaks barriers as the first Asian-American WNBA head coach. Her leadership focuses on trust, culture, and driving success both on and off the court.
Uplifting news: Hearing loss treatment, marine life mapping, pollution control, 4-day work week trials, ash tree resilience, child labor decline, and green energy transitions offer hope for a better future.
LA's AAPI community and leaders condemn intensified ICE raids targeting immigrants, residents, and citizens. Concerns over unconstitutional apprehensions, lack of due process, and language barriers are raised.
FDA staff cuts impacting crucial international drug factory inspections, potentially jeopardizing the safety of medications used by millions. ProPublica reveals safety concerns and staff depletion.
Elon Musk's Texas lobbyists spent thousands influencing legislation. Transparency concerns arise as disclosure rules shield specific expenses & recipients. Key issues surround ethics and political lobbying.
NY hotels increasingly house homeless families due to shelter shortages, costing millions. ProPublica reveals inadequate services & oversight, despite rising expenses and policy gaps.Guinn says OTDA will officially suggest policies this year.
Christine Brennan dissects WNBA's handling of Caitlin Clark's rise, media silence, and growing pains. Panel discusses physicality, player safety, and the Commissioner's Cup Final. High heat on the court!
Verdugo Park provides a vital common space for Arab American and Muslim families in Southern California, offering a sense of belonging, community, and cultural celebration. It's a place to just be.
