Nation Aug 10 We don’t know exactly how many people are dying from heat — here’s why Data on heat deaths is sparse and undercounted, making it difficult to predict the impact of climate change as temperatures continue to rise.
Health Aug 06 Farmworkers are dying in extreme heat. Few standards exist to protect them Farmworkers in the United States facing mounting threats as temperatures rise with climate change, but they have little protection.
Nation Jul 30 Why Black women are saying no Experts say the growing number of Black women pushing back is making strides in the way society approaches mental health.
Health Jul 14 Will an 18-year-old pop star convince young people that the COVID-19 vaccine is good 4 u? Youth vaccination rates are brutal out here. So the White House tapped Olivia Rodrigo to lend a hand.
Nation Jul 09 Why can’t Olympians smoke weed? Her chances dashed at an Olympic debut, fellow elite athletes have come to Sha'Carri Richardson's defense and to say that sporting rules on pot are overdue for a change.
Science Jun 30 What’s causing the drought in the West — and why it’s so bad The Western United States is at a tipping point in the water crisis as a two-decades long drought culminates with historically low water supply.
Politics Jun 29 7 takeaways from NewsHour’s investigation into harassment Black women in politics face As Black women continue to achieve record levels of representation in elected office, the constant harassment and threats of violence many of them face challenge that trajectory. Some live in fear, others have chosen to leave public life. The PBS…
Politics Jun 17 More Black women are being elected to office. Few feel safe once they get there As Black women continue to achieve record levels of representation in elected office, the constant harassment and threats of violence many of them face challenge that trajectory. Some live in fear, others have chosen to leave public life. These are…
Arts Jun 10 21 lesbian bars remain in America. Owners share why they must be protected Owners and general managers of lesbian bars share what makes these queer spaces vital, how they survived the pandemic, and why this part of LGBTQ nightlife needs to be preserved.
Health May 21 ‘It feels like freedom,’ 8 people describe getting their COVID-19 vaccine Permission to hug your family. Freedom from fear. A chance to carry on the memories of those who were lost to the pandemic. We asked our audience what getting the vaccine meant to them. Many called it a harbinger of…