November 6, 2024
The View from Shanghai: Americans in China Eye the Election
About 100 Americans at an American-style sports bar watched the election results trickle in on ten large screen TVs broadcasting CNN, Al Jazeera, and MSNBC.
November 6, 2024
Baton Rouge Citizens Approve Ballot Measure for New Property Tax to Increase Firefighter Salaries
Residents in East Baton Rouge Parish voted on a new property tax that would potentially raise firefighter salaries if passed.
November 6, 2024
California Passes Tough-On-Crime Proposition By Wide Margin
California passes Proposition 36, cracking down on retail theft and drug crimes, rolling back portions of Prop 47 passed a decade ago.
November 6, 2024
Incumbent Democrat Gabe Amo wins Rhode Island’s 1st Congressional District
A year after winning a special election, Democrat Amo does it again, solidifying Rhode Island’s 1st Congressional District.
November 6, 2024
Democratic Laura Gillen Unseats D’Esposito in New York’s 4th Congressional District Race
Laura Gillen narrowly flips a Republican-held seat in the House.
November 6, 2024
‘Democrats Care About Us’: The Head of El Paso’s Democratic Party Took His Mother’s Words to Heart
Michael Apodaca, the chairman of the El Paso County Democratic Party, is working to keep El Paso blue.
November 6, 2024
Julia Brownley Re-claims California’s 26th District Seat, Defeats Michael Koslow
“The voter turnout is crazy,” Camarillo poll worker Brooke Kim said. “Hundreds of people are showing up to exercise their right to vote."
November 5, 2024
Rep. Morgan Griffith Wins Re-election for the Eighth Time in Virginia
Incumbent Morgan Griffith won his seat in the U.S. House for Virginia's Ninth Congressional District against Democrat Karen Baker.
November 5, 2024
Democratic Andy Kim Beats Curtis Bashaw in New Jersey’s U.S. Senate Race
The AP projected that Democratic candidate Andy Kim won the New Jersey U.S. Senate seat over Republican candidate Curtis Bashaw.
November 5, 2024
View from Egypt: Trump, Harris, or Whatever in the US Election
“I don’t think there would be much of a difference on who would win the election, because from my understanding the US has a pretty solid kind of partnership with Egypt,” said one Egyptian American.
November 5, 2024
Former Congress Members Open Up in NYU’s “In Dialogue” Series
Congress won’t thrive until members learn how to work with each other despite these divisive times. This was the conclusion reached by a panel of former members of Congress who gathered at New York University (NYU) on Oct. 11 for "Congress in Conversation: Meeting in the Middle," part of the university’s "In Dialogue" series.
November 3, 2024
Ventura County Democrats Place 3,484 Calls for Candidates in One Night
"These are candidates I care about — I've given as much money as I can give. What I have is time, and I believe that time is more important at this point," said volunteer phone banker Colleen Briner-Schmidt.
November 3, 2024
Students Show Their Work at the Only Art Gallery in Cypress, Texas
Students at Lonestar CyFair show their art in the only art gallery in Cypress, the Bosque Gallery.
October 27, 2024
Paterson Great Falls: New Jersey’s Hidden Gem of American Industrial and Natural History
Did you know that Alexander Hamilton was the founding father of a city in New Jersey? In the heart of urban Paterson, New Jersey lies the Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park.
May 9, 2024
Opinion: Human Rights Watch is an Ethical Watchdog
Human Rights Watch shows that advocacy journalism can be ethical.
April 28, 2024
Opinion: No Greater Form of Advocacy: Jessica Grose Writes About America’s Teachers
The U.S.'s teacher shortage is pervasive, and Jessica Grose's weigh-in on it is amplification and advocacy.
April 25, 2024
Opinion: Sean Penn’s Journalism Jeopardizes Journalists in Venezuela
Sean Penn attacks Venezuelan journalists who criticize the authoritarian regime of Hugo Chavez.
April 10, 2024
Opinion: Keith Morrison is More Than the Voice of Murder Mysteries
The granddaddy of true crime is a true journalist at heart.
December 20, 2023
Opinion: Fashion’s Unbreakable Bond with Blackness Through the Lens of Journalism
With the use of collective memory work, Lindsey People paints a vivid picture of the nuanced, often painful experiences faced by Black professionals in the fashion realm, all while upholding the ethical pillars of journalism.
October 7, 2024
Former Homeless Addict Supports CA Prop 36 to End SF Fentanyl Woes
Drug Treatment Saved Tom Wolf. He Advocates Mandating More of It.
July 5, 2024
87% of Asian American Women Voters Surveyed Say, “Stakes are Too High” Not to Vote This Year
Asian American women voters have different identities but share similar fears and hopes for the upcoming US election, according to the poll.
May 14, 2024
Uncovering the Reality of Domestic Violence in Miami-Dade County
The volume of domestic violence among immigrants in Miami-Dade county creates questions highlighting the urgent need for reform.
May 6, 2024
Converse, Texas Residents Still Shaken by Unsolved Murder
Khadija Derry's violent and unsolved killing has scarred her family and the city of Converse. It's been four months with no known suspects or arrests, and her family is tired of waiting for justice.
April 22, 2024
Thousands Rally in Downtown LA to Protest the Russia-Ukraine War
Thousands gathered outside of City Hall in Los Angeles on the two-year anniversary of the start of the Russian-Ukraine War
December 27, 2023
A&S Italian Fine Foods: Satisfying Fairfield’s Christmas Cravings Since ’93
This year A&S had 814 catering orders for Christmas weekend.
December 27, 2023
Gresso Café: The Place to be in Frankfurt am Main
In Germany’s financial capital Frankfurt am Main, the Gresso Café in the Westend neighborhood is the place to be for young and old.
December 23, 2023
A Day in the Life of MADRE’s General Manager
Running a popular Brooklyn restaurant.
December 22, 2023
This Jersey Burger Shack Has Been Doing Things Its Own Way Since 1946
Famous local burger shack located in Northern New Jersey
December 20, 2023
Food Inflation at Union Square Farmers Market
Elevated prices are being felt in one of New York City's famous Farmers Market in Union Square.
December 4, 2023
Fashion Mogul Peter Nygard, 82, Found Guilty on Sexual Assault Charges After Taking Stand
“I would have never done such an act. It’s something I would never have done,” Nygard testified.
December 1, 2023
Mother Daughter Duo Taking Frankfurt Fashion Scene By Storm
The two have recently launched Bazaar Rumi, an online marketplace for handmade items from Turkey.
October 31, 2023
Opinion: Influencer Lauren Norris is a Journalist Who Just Doesn’t Know It Yet
Influencer Lauren Norris is unknowingly doing the job of a lifestyle journalist, and doing it better than just about anyone. Spanning every social platform, she is a compelling example that social media could be the latest form of real journalism.
October 5, 2023
A Q&A with Interior Designer Lisa DiAntonio
Interior designer Lisa DiAntonio is undertaking the project of restoring and decorating her 19th century colonial home. In the process, she's designed a new innovate tool that may change the way we hand our curtains in the future!
August 19, 2022
On the Wings of Angels: How Whistleblowers Shed Light on Harassment at Victoria’s Secret
Leslie Wexner and Ed Razek were the two most powerful men at Victoria’s Secret until whistleblowers came forward to expose the toxic underpinnings of their power.
October 1, 2024
China’s Auto Industry Speculates U.S. Presidential Election Won’t Bring Change
Industry Insiders Say China Has No Path to U.S. Car Market
May 13, 2024
Virginia City is an Old West Town, and Locals Want to Keep it That Way
Local residents hope to preserve what makes Virginia City, Nevada special even as modern hotels and apartments bring a different kind of style to town.
April 11, 2024
Nevada Seniors Learn Cybersecurity as Cybercrime Infects the Nation
The City of Reno is educating seniors about fraud and identity theft with a focus on cybercrime.
April 8, 2024
Q&A: Reno Non-Profit’s President-Elect is ‘Slinging Hash’ with Seniors to Support Community
'It's not just a charity organization," says Jackson.
March 22, 2024
Q&A: A Senegalese Coffee Shop Owner Explains How She Came to be a ‘Momtrepreneur’
Kerya Diedhiou moved to Senegal on a whim, with no plan and the birth of her coffee shop was just as spontaneous.
October 13, 2024
Clay to Creation: Mud Clay Studios Miriam Reimer Teaching People Art through Pottery
From her beginner to advanced classes, Miriam Reimer takes us throughout a day in her life as a pottery instructor at Mud Clay Studios. Reimer talks about her passion for pottery and how she spreads her love for it to her students.
June 26, 2024
Podcast: Stage For Change – No Theater on a Dead Planet
After climate activists disrupted the Broadway revival of "An Enemy of the People," Holly Chen and Genevieve Hartnett spoke with eyewitnesses, experts, and the activists to uncover what theater, and all of us, should be doing to address the climate crisis.
May 3, 2024
Artist Mark Saldana Heals Through Heritage and Identity
Queens-based queer Latino Artist Mark Saldana taps into his community and roots to bring overlooked stories to life in his art.
December 21, 2023
The Market, Bringing Local Artisans & Vendors Together
“People don’t just come to the market today, they continue coming and make her coffee shop their new spot, and that’s a full circle moment for me,” says Nadia Ramon.
December 20, 2023
Day in The Life of an Artist
A passion for art and painting has always been present in Bailey Gander, a recent graduate from the University of Colorado Boulder.
January 9, 2024
Asian American Women in Corporate America: Pay Them. Promote Them.
Asian American women in corporate America want promotions, not empty promises.
January 9, 2024
Rise in Homelessness Challenges Southern California Businesses
Business owners in Riverside, California express concern over the homeless crisis and its impact on commerce.
January 3, 2024
DC Mayor Proposes $1 Billion Stadium Despite Concerns
Mayor Bowser promises that the RFK stadium redevelopment will bring jobs to D.C., Amid budget concerns, the community isn’t so sure.
January 3, 2024
Greenwashing: How to Spot Eco-Friendly Fashion Scams
Uncovering sustainable fashion and the truth about greenwashing
January 3, 2024
‘Underground’ Psychedelics: The Downside of Legal Magic Mushrooms
High-priced psychedelic mushroom experiences in Oregon encourage some psychedelic facilitators to practice underground.
June 8, 2024
Why NYU: The Coursework is Only the Beginning
The AJO program offers professional mentors, career guidance, editing services, and a success coach.
June 7, 2024
Why NYU: Will I Fit in at AJO?
No matter your experience, identity, or location, there is a place for you at AJO’s world-class journalism program
June 6, 2024
Why NYU: Got a Great Idea? AJO Can Help You Get That Byline
From honing his pitch to assisting with investigative techniques to working connections, here is how AJO professors helped Ben Shimkus get a big investigative feature into Rolling Stone in the spring of 2024
February 25, 2024
Titleholder Senegal Eliminated by Ivory Coast at the African Cup of Nations
After a strong run, the 'Lions of Teranga' lost their title of African Champions to the Ivory Coast.
January 1, 2024
Texas Soldiers Stay Fit and Have Some Fun with Gatorball
'Gatorball is a mixture of ultimate football, soccer, and some cardio mixed in.'
November 10, 2023
Colorado Buffaloes Lose to Oregon State
The University of Colorado Homecoming Party went from Folsom Field to Denver International Airport. Fans, still not thrilled about the game… a loss to Oregon State… were still passionate, even as they lined up at the gate.
November 10, 2023
LA Lions’ Female AAPI Players Reflect Hockey’s Growing Diversity
New roots on the ice
September 27, 2023
LA Gym Owner Petitions to Save Kobe Bryant Mural
“Every single day people come to take pictures. ... It’s not hurting anybody,” says gym owner Cecilia Moran.
June 24, 2024
On the Fifth Anniversary of Hahnemann Hospital’s Closure, Philadelphia Mourns the Loss of Community Care
Hahnemann University Hospital’s closure five years ago dealt a devastating blow to patients and staff alike. Philadelphians who worked, walked by, and went there reflect on what was lost when its doors closed.
April 11, 2024
Podcast: Acupuncture is on the Rise
In this episode, we talk with Madeline Cunningham, a licensed acupuncturist based in Boston, to find out why people are increasingly turning to acupuncture.
March 24, 2024
Q&A: A Utah OB-GYN Weighs in on Alabama’s Frozen Embryo Ruling
Dr. Sara Fiene, an OB-GYN in Utah, discusses the ramifications of Alabama's Supreme Court decision that embryos are considered children and its impact on reproductive rights, medical ethics, and individual autonomy.
December 20, 2023
TIME journalist effectively uses one girl’s story to illuminate the painful consequences of abortion bans
Alter’s piece tugs at the heartstrings, and that seems to be the point. Her piece falls into the category of advocacy journalism, because she presents us the topic of reproductive rights with a specific viewpoint, through the narrative of a young girl, who’s life is forever altered.
December 18, 2023
Beyond Drug Decriminalization: 3 Years Later, was Oregon’s Measure 110 Worth It?
During the 2020 election, Portland became the epicenter of a national debate on drug policy. Measure 110 made Oregon the first state to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of drugs. Did the law help, or hurt, the very people it was designed for? Three years later, the debate rages on.