A mother's calling: Inside the fight to make prison phone calls free
The 19th reports on how Connecticut families brought an end to expensive prison communication, providing a lifeline for the voices behind…
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Needs-based salaries are upending workplace norms
Reasons to be Cheerful reports that a growing number of organizations are challenging conventional ways of paying workers to make salary structures…
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Four lost pregnancies. Five weeks of IVF injections. One storm.
The 19th reports on how a couple spent years and tens of thousands of dollars trying to have a baby, and then Hurricane Ian hit and changed their…
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A jury of Trump's peers weighs in
The Marshall Project asked 12 people with criminal convictions what they think of the verdict in Donald Trump’s hush money…
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How Arizona hopes to avoid a 'nightmare' if November ballot stretches to a second page
Votebeat reports that Arizona election officials are planning ahead for paper problems and higher costs with two-page ballots, but they hope to stick…
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Uncontested divorce: What it is and how to get one
LegalZoom explains how an uncontested divorce typically works, its benefits and drawbacks, and the steps to take if it’s the right…
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Top 10 dangers associated with the Fourth of July
ConsumerAffairs analyzed 2023 data on product-related injuries resulting in hospital visits to rank the top 10 product-related dangers associated…
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Why this city is giving free transit rides to thousands of low-income residents
Next City reports on Philadelphia’s Zero Fare, a pilot program offering unlimited free rides for low-income…
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The Black church creating a new village on Chicago's South Side
Next City reports on Chicago’s Imani Village that will add senior and affordable housing, retail opportunities and more to the Pullman…
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The rise of customized care redefines consumer services and the customer experience
With more personalized services available than ever, hampr analyzes the ways in which technology is revolutionizing household…
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The suburban problem that could cost Trump the election
Trump’s fundraising in wealthy suburbs across North Carolina and other key battleground states is down 25% this election cycle compared to 2016,…
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This is why you'd pick a diesel in 2024
Edmunds reports that, according to the EPA, diesel fuel is cleaner than ever and the low-torque power is great for…
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How the US ranks globally in data transparency and openness
The Data Project used rankings from Open Data Watch to explore how the U.S. compares to other countries in data transparency and…
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How to stop taking things so personally
Rula provides tips on how to take things less personally without losing your ability to show care and concern for…
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Student-led clubs fostering LGBTQ+ inclusivity do a world of good, data says. These states have the most—and least.
Stacker analyzed newly released CDC data to determine which states have the most and least student-led clubs and their impact on student…
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Universities and colleges that need to fill seats start offering a helping hand to student-parents
The Hechinger Report discusses what is being done at colleges to help student-parents meet insurmountable obstacles in the pursuit of their…
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Has my data been breached in 2024?
ConsumerAffairs analyzed the Identity Theft Resource Center’s database from 2018 through the first quarter of 2024 to uncover data breaches and…
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The history of lawn mowers
LawnStarter reports on the history of the lawn mower, from the early days of scythes through today’s robotic mower…
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Gillespie County's election worker costs more than double after switch to hand count
Votebeat reports on the hand counting of ballots in a Texas county and the controversy over its cost to…
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This ain't just Texas: More states want power to wage 'war' on migrants
The Marshall Project reports that several states are sending troops to the Southern border as the legal battle over immigration enforcement…
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