Human Rights/Racial Justice
Thursday, June 8, 2023
Portland Axes Gunshot Detection Tech Plans for Police
Portland has nixed plans to bring gunshot detection technology to the city. The technology - designed by a company formerly known as ShotSpotter…
Thursday, June 8, 2023
Wealth Grants Surface for Descendants of Slavery in North Central States
The upcoming Juneteenth holiday marks the kickoff of a new wealth building grant program for Black residents who are decedents of slavery in a few nor…
Thursday, June 8, 2023
Biden Reveals Nation's First Plan to Combat Antisemitism
As hostility toward Jewish people continues to spike in Arizona and nationally, the Biden administration has issued a National Strategy to Counter …
Monday, June 5, 2023
Title 42 Fallout in the Heartland
A public health measure known as Title 42 was a response to the COVID-19 pandemic that allowed for immigrants to be immediately expelled if they cross…
Monday, June 5, 2023
Advocates Push for 'Tax Fairness' with Expanded Child Tax Credits
As Massachusetts lawmakers work to finalize tax-relief measures, advocates for low-income families are calling for an expansion of tax credits proven …
Muslim Rights Group Sues Michigan Sheriff Over Forced Hijab Removal
A Muslim rights group is taking the Kent County Sheriff's Office to court for forcing a Michigan woman to remove her hijab for a booking photo…
Midwesterners Have Pivotal Role in Countering Antisemitism
Hoosiers could play a pivotal role in pushing back against a surge of hate and violence against Jews in America. Nearly two-thirds of all …
NV Bill Allowing Medical Aid in Dying Heads to Governor's Desk
A piece of legislation is headed to Gov. Joe Lombardo's desk which would allow medical aid in dying in Nevada. Last week, Senate Bill 239 made its …
Florida Faces Lawsuits Over Sweeping New Elections Law
The moment Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a sweeping elections bill into law last week, several voter-advocacy groups filed lawsuits against it…
Study: New Mexico Homelessness Up Nearly 50% in 2023
Rent for New Mexicans has increased 70% since 2017, while wages have only grown by 15%, which is one factor pushing more people into homelessness…
Lawmakers Make Registering to Vote in WA Easier
Washingtonians will soon find it even easier to register to vote. Passed this session, Senate Bill 5112 automatically makes people applying for …
Civic Groups Unite to Fight Against Voter Suppression Tactics in the South
Civic groups are taking action against what they call voter suppression tactics in the South. This week Alabama Values, Southern Leadership for …