Human Rights/Racial Justice
Friday, February 14, 2025
Ohio advocates push for inclusive policies during Black History Month
As Black History Month continues, advocacy groups in Ohio are pushing for policies that benefit children from all backgrounds. They emphasize the …
Friday, February 14, 2025
GOP budget eyes Medicaid cuts, a significant impact for Native communities
A preliminary federal budget unveiled by Republicans this week includes cuts to Medicaid, which a recent study reveals would disproportionately …
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Students protest as Ohio Senate weighs higher-ed overhaul
Ohio Senate Bill 1 is drawing strong reactions across the state, particularly from students in higher education. The bill, which its supporters say …
Climate advocate: Closure of EPA branch harms VA environment
The Trump administration has begun to dismantle the Environmental Protection Agency's office dealing with reducing environmental harms to minority and…
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Climate advocate: Trump EPA office closure harms environment
The Trump administration has started dismantling the Environmental Protection Agency's office dealing with reducing environmental harms to minority an…
Northwest TX father faces deportation
A northwest Texas family is waiting to hear from agents with Immigration and Customs Enforcement after a recent traffic stop. Jose is in the country …
Rapid response network monitoring ICE raids in Colorado
As President Donald Trump ramps up deportation efforts, immigrant advocates have mobilized a rapid response network to protect their neighbors…
Florida immigrant advocates intensify efforts to support affected communities
Immigrant advocates in Florida are ramping up efforts to help families navigate President Donald Trump's new immigration orders, which have increased …
ABQ hosts 'know your rights' sessions for immigrants, business owners
The City of Albuquerque and local business partners have launched a "Know Your Rights" campaign to help immigrants navigate the Trump administration's…
Study shows air quality disparities from industrial ag in NC
The negative effects on air quality from industrialized animal facilities in North Carolina stick around for a long time, according to a new study…
TX teachers prepare to protect immigrant students
School districts across Texas are grappling with ways to keep migrant children safe and engaged in class now that the Trump administration has made it…
Dismantling DEIA initiatives may harm PA disability rights
For Pennsylvanians with disabilities, there may be unexpected side effects to ending so-called Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility …