Community outreach helped us cultivate a culture of listening and investigating based on people’s questions.
Community & Public Health
Vieques en Rescate offers transportation, economic and emotional support to cancer patients who live in the island town.
"After speaking to a handful of residents, I was certain of one thing: the water crisis had devastated their lives when it happened and, 10 years later, they were still coping with the terrible consequences."
The impact of the COVID 19 pandemic led to a rise in fatal overdoses among the tens of thousands of Indigenous Maya living in the Bay Area.
While Black people make up roughly 12.6% of Sacramento County’s population, they account for about 52% of all gun-related deaths from 2019 to 2023, according to an Observer analysis of coroner data.
Leslie Howard struggles with high PG&E bills despite energy-saving measures. PG&E rate hikes have led to a $859.60 January bill. CPUC's new proposal aims to lower costs, but its impact is uncertain.
Reporting on California's Medicaid expansion to undocumented immigrants revealed systemic barriers and distrust, highlighting the need for inclusive reforms and ongoing community engagement.
Bird flu is spreading through cows and has infected people in multiple states. In this webinar, experts discuss the latest developments and lessons learned from COVID, and how reporters can keep a spotlight on emerging threats and our collective readiness.
Montana Native Americans face premature deaths due to COVID, violence, and health disparities, leaving families shattered and communities in crisis.