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December 13, 2024

Post-Election Southwest Virginia Eyes Looming Economic Promises

What was once the most influential region in the state diminished into the most underdeveloped. Governor Glenn Youngkin, along with others in the Republican party, promises to fight for the revitalization of abandoned coal land. Meanwhile, Virginia Democrats see a different path to economic development in Virginia, with the installation of solar farms making its way into the Southwest.

December 10, 2024

San Franciscans Reclaim Their City

San Franciscans got results after organizing dozens of neighborhood groups to roll back a progressive approach to crime from pre-pandemic years. 

Book on ethics

December 8, 2024

Q&A: A Political Correspondent and a Video Journalist on Upholding Ethics in Journalism

Video journalist Oona Barrett and NPR political correspondent Sarah McCammon share their insights on navigating ethical dilemmas in journalism, on camera and on paper.

Isabella Spartz in front of the capitol building in Austin, Texas. [Credit: Isabella Spartz]

December 7, 2024

‘It’s Just Become so Normalized:’ Fighting Gun Violence in Texas

Young activists are determined to keep pushing for change in Texas. Many of them simply hope that others won’t have to experience a life affected by gun violence.

December 7, 2024

‘We Can’t Keep Ignoring This:’ Crime is Top of Mind for Voters in Baton Rouge’s Mayoral Run-off

With crime rising, some citizens are approaching the mayor-president run-off election with an eye on public safety.