In Erwin, Tennessee, Hurricane Helene left behind more than just flooded streets. The workers at Impact Plastics were told to stay put, even as water started pouring in. Bertha Mendoza, 56, had just enough time to call her husband and kids before the flood took her life. She was one of many who coul
In a significant move, the U.S. Department of Justice is injecting much-needed funds into South Carolina non-profits that support individuals affected by sexual violence. This decision comes on the heels of a substantial decline in federal aid earlier this year. One such organization, Pathways to He
The sun beats down on the desert landscape, casting a golden glow on the rustling tumbleweeds. The air is thick with the scent of creosote and the distant hum of a Border Patrol helicopter. This is the world of Robert Ardovino, a restaurateur who has seen the politics of immigration up close and per
In the heart of Ohio, a city is fighting back against a wave of false rumors that have sparked a surge in public safety threats. Springfield, a city of about 60,000 residents, has been plagued by bomb threats, evacuated buildings, and a sense of fear and uncertainty. The root of the problem is a vic
The Innovation in Education: Walker's Westside Junior High School's Aquaponics Program Walker's Westside Junior High School has recently received a significant boost in its efforts to introduce a cutting-edge aquaponics program. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine's Gulf R
Donald Trump, the former US president, has been spreading false and harmful claims about Haitian migrants in Springfield, Ohio. During a rally in New York, he claimed that these migrants were "destroying" the country by eating domestic pets, a baseless rumor that has led to bomb threats and fear in
The quiet town of Springfield, Ohio, was shaken by a series of bomb threats last week, forcing the evacuation of schools, government buildings, and even elected officials' homes. But what made this incident particularly startling was the culprit: foreign actors, who claimed responsibility for the ma
As the 2024 election season heats up, it's essential to recognize the profound impact of words on our society. Vice President Kamala Harris recently spoke out against inflammatory rhetoric, emphasizing the importance of ensuring that those who spread hate and division don't have a platform to amplif
Springfield, Ohio has been in the news lately, and for all the wrong reasons. The city has been plagued by false claims about Haitian immigrants eating the pets of local residents, spread by former President Donald Trump and his running mate, Ohio Sen. JD Vance. The claims were quickly debunked by c
In a recent conversation with a panel of Black journalists, Vice President Kamala Harris addressed a range of pressing issues, from the ongoing conflict in Gaza to the bomb threats targeting Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio. Harris's words were laced with emotion and conviction, as she called
