After months of investigating L.A.'s sanitation sweeps and how they impacted unhoused residents, a reporter faces a last-minute challenge from the mayor's office.
Community Engagement
A reporter takes a closer look at the toll taken by heightened drug-related arrests and under-resourced behavioral health services on San Francisco's Latino residents.

A reporter reflects on what ongoing rate hikes by a major California utility mean for residents in the state’s hottest regions.

Data fellow Eliza Partika explains how she overcame obstacles while reporting on ambulance diversions and delays in L.A. County.

A journalist highlights the challenges in reporting on health care disparities faced by Muslim women, emphasizing cultural understanding, trust-building, ethical practices, and community engagement.

Community outreach helped us cultivate a culture of listening and investigating based on people’s questions.
When parents must choose between food and diapers, children's well-being suffers. The problem still doesn’t get the attention it deserves.

A story inspired by a legislative hearing came to life when a journalist hit the road.

I was skeptical about the value of listening sessions. Now I love them.

A reporter investigates the high Black infant mortality rate in Washington, D.C., highlighting community voices and the need for action.