AmeriCorps is under siege. What happens in the communities it serves?
States Newsroom reports that AmeriCorps faces severe funding cuts, impacting community services and member placements across the…
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Trump flaunts pardon rules — and costs victims and taxpayers more than $1 billion
The Marshall Project reports that Trump’s pardons violate DOJ standards, costing victims over $1.3 billion, favoring political allies over…
Continue ReadingSome California winemakers don’t want tariffs on their European competitors. Here’s why
CalMatters reports some California winemakers oppose European wine tariffs, fearing they harm domestic producers amid rising costs and declining…
Continue Reading‘We opened a door nobody knew existed’: How displaced Black families won reparations in Portland
Next City reports on Portland’s historic $8.5M settlement for Black families displaced in urban renewal, acknowledging systemic racial…
Continue ReadingGun violence in this Midwestern city isn’t abating. Its leaders halted programs that could help.
The Trace reports that Fort Wayne, Indiana, has no government-supported violence prevention or intervention program, which local activists say is…
Continue ReadingPharma industry and Ballard Partners dominate the lobbying space in second quarter of 2025
OpenSecrets reports the pharma industry led lobbying in Q2 2025, spending $105.4 million, followed by Ballard Partners at $20…
Continue ReadingA federal program helps families eat healthy meals. Trump’s new legislation cuts it.
Chalkbeat reports that Trump’s legislation cuts SNAP-Ed funding, risking increased child hunger and reduced access to fresh produce for…
Continue ReadingMost gun violence victims are enrolled in Medicaid. Trump’s cuts are putting them at risk.
The Trace examines the potential effects of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” on the healthcare sector, violence prevention, and mental health…
Continue ReadingThese 7 cities added the most community health centers in the past two years
Health Centers Near Me reports that seven cities opened 13 new community health centers, enhancing access in underserved…
Continue ReadingMany voters in this state could benefit from a ballot in Arabic, but the law isn’t on their side
Votebeat reports on the need for Arabic ballots in Michigan, highlighting a lack of legal requirements despite a growing Arabic-speaking…
Continue ReadingA town ‘built by industry’ adjusts to life as the liquefied natural gas capital of Canada
The Narwhal reports Kitimat, B.C. celebrates its status as Canada’s LNG capital after LNG Canada shipped its first cargo, despite community…
Continue ReadingStudent loan caps might worsen the national doctor shortage, critics worry
Stateline reports that new student loan caps may worsen the doctor shortage as aspiring physicians struggle with rising…
Continue Reading4 ways retailers are adopting AI, robotics, and other new tech in 2025
Uniqode analyzed industry reports and news articles to explore the latest advancements in shopping…
Continue ReadingMore 16- and 17-year-olds are gaining the right to vote. Could this become the norm?
Votebeat reports on a trend where more 16- and 17-year-olds gain voting rights, starting in places like Newark, boosting civic…
Continue ReadingUndocumented children will be barred from Head Start preschool under new Trump rule
Chalkbeat reports that undocumented children will no longer qualify for Head Start preschool under a Trump administration policy…
Continue ReadingThe cost of doing nothing: How tariffs could cut into peak season profits for e-commerce brands
Passport reports that e-commerce brands face rising tariffs, increasing compliance costs, and operational risks ahead of peak season, impacting…
Continue ReadingBehind the masks: Who are the people rounding up immigrants in California?
CalMatters reports on masked federal agents conducting immigration raids in California, sparking confusion and new legislative efforts to unmask…
Continue ReadingApprenticeships for high schoolers are touted as the next big thing. One state leads the way
The Hechinger Report highlights Indiana’s Elkhart County leading in high school apprenticeships, offering students viable career paths beyond…
Continue ReadingA new study proves that criminalizing homelessness doesn’t reduce homelessness
Next City reports a study shows criminalizing homelessness does not reduce it, with many cities seeing increased rates…
Continue Reading2 out of 5 child care teachers make so little they need public assistance to support their families
The Hechinger Report reports that 40% of child care teachers earn so little they need public assistance, highlighting severe pay inequities in the…
Continue ReadingHow the Supreme Court ruled differently in immigration and criminal justice cases
The Marshall Project reports on Supreme Court rulings that weakened universal injunctions, impacting immigration laws while some criminal justice…
Continue ReadingOne state's innovative approach to protecting domestic violence survivors
The Trace examines Ohio’s approach to helping to protect survivors of domestic…
Continue ReadingMost college students are taking online classes, but they’re paying just as much as in-person students
The Hechinger Report reports that online education costs equal or exceeds in-person tuition, which some students find…
Continue ReadingFreshman lawmakers see increased donations from industries under their purview
OpenSecrets reports freshman lawmakers saw a surge in PAC donations from industries they now oversee after gaining committee…
Continue ReadingThe price of protection: LGBTQ+ families and the cost of moving
News Is Out reports that LGBTQ+ families face economic challenges when relocating from states with harmful laws, affecting their safety and financial…
Continue ReadingWhere are they now? The high school classes that scattered the most across the U.S.
PeopleFinders reports on high school classes that have scattered across the U.S., exploring patterns in where graduates end…
Continue ReadingNo one knows whether Trump’s $50B for rural health will be enough
Stateline reports that concerns linger over whether Trump’s $50B aid for rural health is sufficient to counteract significant Medicaid…
Continue Reading‘We stand on the brink of system failure’: Feds up pressure for states to reach deal on the future of the Colorado River
The Salt Lake Tribune reports seven states must agree on sharing Colorado River water by 2026 due to dwindling supplies and impending…
Continue ReadingGay men face alarming suicide rates amid declining mental health resources
News Is Out reports that gay men face alarming suicide rates due to declining mental health resources and societal…
Continue ReadingLevel up your bills: The smart guide to bill consolidation
Achieve reports on bill consolidation strategies to simplify payments, reduce debt, and manage finances effectively while highlighting pros and…
Continue ReadingRomance scams roundup: All of the romance scams you should know to keep your heart and bank safe
Spokeo reports romance scams exploit trust, causing $1.3 billion in losses yearly. Stay vigilant against catfishing and other online…
Continue ReadingA brazen case of election fraud unfolds in Pennsylvania. What are the lessons?
Votebeat reports on a Pennsylvania election fraud case where a mayoral candidate illegally registered non-residents to vote, revealing…
Continue ReadingHow AI-powered police forces watch your every move
The Marshall Project reports on the rapid adoption of AI in policing, highlighting its use in New Orleans for real-time monitoring and…
Continue ReadingWhat's behind the decline in pro-gun lawsuits?
The Trace reports a decrease in pro-gun lawsuits post-Bruen ruling, with gun rights groups focusing on appellate cases and seeking victories…
Continue ReadingA new way to help some college students: Zero percent, no-fee loans
The Hechinger Report reports on a new zero percent, no-fee loan program in Hawaii helping low-income students pursue degrees, fostering a…
Continue ReadingCalifornia’s truck emissions rules could drive up prices for all Americans
DPF Parts Direct reports California’s Clean Truck Check aims to reduce diesel emissions, raising compliance costs and potentially increasing consumer…
Continue ReadingFloods are swallowing their village. But for them and others, the EPA has cut the lifeline.
Floodlight reports Kipnuk, Alaska, faces floods as the EPA cancels a crucial $20M grant, risking the village’s relocation amidst widespread funding…
Continue ReadingReverse phone lookup demystified: When, why, and how to use it legally
Spokeo reports reverse phone lookup tools help identify unknown callers, verify identities, and monitor digital footprints…
Continue ReadingWhat are the common causes of crane accidents?
CICB reports common crane accident causes include human error, mechanical failure, environmental factors, improper rigging, and inadequate…
Continue ReadingWhen building sandcastles and tunnels, beware collapsing sand
The Conversation notes that, while digging holes in sand might seem innocent, if the hole is deep enough and collapses on a person, it is extremely…
Continue ReadingChildhood vaccination rates drop across 1,600 US counties
The 74 reports childhood vaccination rates have dropped in 1,600 US counties since the pandemic, risking herd immunity amid rising measles…
Continue ReadingIndustry trends driving vehicle innovation in defense
Advanced Conversion Technology reports on trends shaping military vehicle innovation, including autonomous tech, robotics, sustainability, and…
Continue ReadingWhat the REAL ID delay tells us about implementing proof-of-citizenship laws
Votebeat reports that delays in implementing REAL ID reveal potential challenges for proof-of-citizenship laws in voting, risking voter…
Continue Reading‘We’re still living with the aftermath’: Floridians brace for fresh hurricane season
Economic Hardship Reporting Project and The Guardian talk to Florida residents who have been impacted by increasingly strong and frequent…
Continue Reading4 ways the US military is embracing commercial technology
Uniqode looked at how the Department of Defense integrates innovations from tech companies into the country’s national security…
Continue Reading‘We the People’ includes all Americans – but July 4 is a reminder that democracy remains a work in progress
The Conversation focuses on how the overall expansion of voting rights and a historical understanding of “We the People” shows that everyone…
Continue ReadingWhy the health care industry is one of the biggest cybercrime targets
Free NPI Lookup examined HHS data and other sources to explore the scale of health care data breaches over the last…
Continue Reading5 surprising opioid use disorder statistics
Charlie Health reports that nearly 10% of Americans have a drug use disorder, with many not receiving necessary treatment amid ongoing opioid…
Continue ReadingThe Feds are offering migrants cash to self-deport. Lawyers call these incentives misleading.
The Marshall Project reports on the misleading promises by DHS to incentivize self-deportation, raising serious legal concerns for…
Continue ReadingTenant screening inaccuracies and the people they hurt
TurboTenant reports 1 in 7 tenant screenings contain inaccuracies, impacting both landlords and tenants, causing potential eviction and legal…
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