April 5, 2026
Lisbon: Blue Skies, Anxious Hearts
How people in Portugal view the war in Iran
April 3, 2026
The Teen Jimmy Fallon Once Pulled From the Crowd Now Directs It
Years after a surreal moment in The Tonight Show audience, Kwaby Asante now helps create that same experience for others inside 30 Rock.
March 31, 2026
Pain at the Pump: NYC Taxi Drivers Squeezed by Rising Gas Costs
Oil prices have surged amid the war with Iran and disruptions to global supply routes, driving gas prices higher worldwide. In New York City, Taxi and ride-share drivers are feeling the squeeze, as rising fuel costs cut into already tight earnings.
March 31, 2026
Long Island on Alert for Possible Cyberattacks
As the war with Iran continues, threats of a possible cyberattack keep facilities in Long Island on high alert.
December 20, 2025
Inside Klean Kensington: The Teen Crew Transforming a ‘Troubled Neighborhood’
These teens are transforming both their neighborhood and their own trajectories.
December 20, 2025
Step Through the Doors That Only Open Every 25 Years
We spent the day inside St. Peter’s Square and Rome's four major basilicas to understand what this Catholic Church tradition means to the faithful who travel from all over the world to experience it.
December 20, 2025
Modern Dating is a Spectrum
Dating in person, dating on the apps, or dating your AI? This is the modern dating landscape.
December 19, 2025
Residents React to a Public Transportation Crisis in Pennsylvania
The city of Philadelphia and the surrounding areas have endured the effects of the SEPTA crisis. Learn how these residents are feeling and the next steps that will be taken
January 9, 2025
The Red Surge in Riverside: How Latinos Played a Key Role in Trump’s Victory
Predominantly Latino and reliably left-leaning Riverside County voted Republican in the 2024 election. Cristiano Vásquez explores why.
May 7, 2026
Is DART worth it? University Park Holds Special Election to Decide
University Park, a city within Dallas, Texas, held a special election asking residents whether to keep paying into DART and receiving its transit services
March 11, 2026
How We Talk About Immigration Matters
All outlets report on immigration in some form or another. How its reported on matters.
March 11, 2026
How the immigration Crackdown Impacts a Supermarket in Northeastern Philadelphia
One immigrant's story in the Philadelphia, "The City of Brotherly Love."
March 9, 2026
The Economic Ripple Effects of Slowing Immigration
How an immigration slowdown could reshape the U.S. Economy.
March 8, 2026
Protesters gather outside new ICE legal offices on Long Island
As ICE expands to new legal offices in Woodbury, NY, protesters gather outside to protest the new lease.
April 27, 2026
On the Trail with Matt Becerra and His Pack
On wooded trails outside New York City, Matt Becerra leads group dog hikes built around pack mentality—combining exercise, structure, and training as demand for daytime pet care grows.
April 27, 2026
Main Street Arts Festival in downtown Forth Worth features Local Art Graduate Students
Art graduate students at TCU showcase their artwork at the annual Main Steet Arts Festival in Fort Worth, Texas.
March 11, 2026
“There can be no better platform to showcase a collection” Why Dubai is emerging as a new stage for Southeast Asian designers
For many South and Southeast Asian designers, the route to success is no longer only through Paris or New York — it now also includes Dubai. With its strategic position between East and West, a fast-growing luxury market and access to international buyers and press, Dubai Fashion Week is emerging as a gateway for brands hoping to break onto the global stage.
February 20, 2026
Too Many Warehouses: Industrial Expansion Meets Community Resistance in a California Town
Perris residents are pushing back against the proliferation of warehouses as city leaders impose a 10‑month hiatus on new industrial development. "How is it possible that a park is boxed by shipping containers?" asked one resident.
January 2, 2026
The Truth Behind the ‘Misunderstood’ Athlete: Allen Iverson
NBA superstar, father, businessman, Hall of Famer, and now, an author; Allen Iverson details triumphs and setbacks in new memoir Misunderstood.
May 7, 2026
She Lived with Vulvodynia — Now She’s Putting It On Screen
Up to 16% of women in the U.S. experience Vulvodynia, a condition often misunderstood or misdiagnosed. Filmmaker Bonnie Gross turns her own experience into Lady Parts, a dramedy aimed at breaking the silence around women’s health and chronic vaginal pain.
May 7, 2026
Inside the Space Holding Women Through Pain, Surgery, and Fertility Care
Inside a New York City clinic, Dr. Alyssa Hariprashad is changing how women experience care for some of their most intimate health concerns, from chronic pain to surgical recovery and fertility decisions like egg freezing. As a pelvic floor physical therapist, she works with patients navigating conditions that are often underdiagnosed, misunderstood, or difficult to talk about. Her approach blends clinical treatment with a more human, supportive environment that encourages patients to understand and take ownership of their bodies.
February 2, 2026
At 31, She Had a Heart Attack. A Decade Later, She’s Redefining Her Story
Ten years ago, Kisha Stewart was just 31 when she suddenly collapsed with crushing chest pain — what she thought was postpartum fatigue turned out to be a heart attack caused by Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection.
January 14, 2026
The Hidden Toll of Rosacea in Darker Skin Tones
From national stages to the camera, Alisha Endre built a career on visibility while quietly managing the unpredictable challenges of rosacea.
January 2, 2026
Making The Neighborhood: The Future of Hudson Yards
Hudson Yards was once a maze of rail lines, a forgotten industrial area that few New Yorkers bothered to cross. Today, that same stretch gleams with glass towers, luxury shopping and an ambition to redefine urban living.
December 12, 2025
Beyond the Bookshelf: Community, Connection & Digital Access in the Modern Library
In an era dominated by screens, public libraries are evolving in surprising and essential ways. This short documentary explores the Los Angeles Public Library’s Westwood branch — where physical books meet digital access, community programs, and resources many residents can’t get anywhere else.
December 12, 2025
Inside Hugs Cafe: Grand Opening in Dallas
Hugs Cafe has opened a second location near downtown Dallas, with a primary focus on employing adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Inside, staff members and founders share what the restaurant’s opening means to them.
December 8, 2025
Hugs Cafe Expands Dallas Presence, Employing Adults with Disabilities
Hugs Cafe Inc. is a non-profit offering training and employment for adults with intellectual and development disabilities. Through its cafe, greenhouse, and other programs, Hugs Cafe aims to address high unemployment rates for this population. A second cafe location is set to open in Dallas on Dec. 8, 2025. Beyond Hugs Cafe's model, other alternatives include integrated employment, where neurodivergent employees work alongside others in mainstream workplaces.
December 3, 2025
Czech Stop: Half Bakery, Half Gas Station, Halfway Between Dallas and Austin
Halfway between Dallas and Austin on Interstate 35, Czech Stop started as a small-town gas station but expanded into a well-known bakery. Known for its Czech pastries, kolache, Czech Stop attracts both local customers and travelers for a quick pit stop and treat.
November 10, 2025
Dallas Community Anticipates the Launch of Texas Stock Exchange
Dallas residents gathered at SMU for the "From the Stockyards to the Stock Market: A Discussion about the Texas Stock Exchange" conference, where Nicole Chambers of the Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE) spoke about the new stock exchange
June 5, 2025
OPINION: Chris Lambert Sings Another Tune as True Crime Podcaster
Chris Lambert's podcast "Your Own Backyard" is examined through the lens of his work as an advocate and journalist.
June 4, 2025
OPINION: How an Acting Teacher’s Tough Lesson Changed my Life
"You’re talented, but uneducated." That tough-love line in acting class jolted Reporter Cristiano Vásquez onto a 10-year climb — from 5 a.m. assembly lines to an NYU master’s degree and a life powered by learning.
April 30, 2025
How is AI Changing the Entertainment Industry
In a world where technology continues to evolve at lightning speed, artificial intelligence (AI) has found its way into nearly every corner of our lives—including the silver screen. The film and television industry, long known for its blend of art and technology, is now experiencing a major shift thanks to AI. From scriptwriting and casting to visual effects and marketing, AI is changing how stories are told, who tells them, and how audiences experience them.
May 10, 2024
Opinion: Jorge Ramos’ Inability to Separate Journalism and Activism
Immigration policies and politics undermine the integrity of Jorge Ramos' journalism.
May 9, 2024
Opinion: Human Rights Watch is an Ethical Watchdog
Human Rights Watch shows that advocacy journalism can be ethical.
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