The Troubling Slavery-Era Origins of Inmate Firefighting
The history of enslaved firefighters offers a cautionary tale about the dangers of relying on involuntary labor to fight blazes.
US aid was long a lifeline for Eastern Europe. Trump cuts are sending shockwaves through the region
CHISINAU, Moldova (AP) — President Donald Trump’s abrupt freeze of U.S. foreign aid is sending shockwaves through Eastern ...
Devolution Revolution: Government announcement on future of Kent councils delayed by minister
A government announcement on the biggest shake up in half a century on how local councils are run in Kent has been delayed. Kent County Council (KCC) leader Roger Gough and Medway Council leader Vince ...
Tshwane proves governance can thrive without the DA, says EFF's Malema
The EFF is also eyeing a potion in the GNU. Last year, Malema mentioned that they were just waiting for the DA to exit the ...
Syria turns to intermediaries for oil imports after low interest in tenders, sources say
Syria is seeking to import oil via local intermediaries after its first post-Assad import tenders garnered little interest ...
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What’s at stake in McHenry County if federal funding freeze reinstated, from roads to housing for veterans
In McHenry County, federal money has been used in far-reaching ways, helping fund roadwork, health care programs, nonprofit ...
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Task force proposes mandatory community service for students, partnership with local governments
According to the report, this initiative, designed to be a structured learning experience, will be implemented in partnership with local governments to ensure meaningful engagement in public welfare p ...
Stop work order creates 'unprecedented' turmoil for refugees and agencies that serve them
On social media and in group chats, rumors about what could happen have spread. Resettlement agencies stick to the facts, and share what they know.
Boxed Up: A Portrait of an Immigrant Community Living Under Threat of Deportation
The Nicaraguans who keep Wisconsin’s dairy farms, restaurants and factories working are sending home their most prized ...
Trump’s attacks on DEI initiatives cause concern for some Spokane community members
In a press briefing Thursday, President Donald Trump insinuated the Federal Aviation Administration’s diversity efforts were ...
Americans want our government to grow the economy. Local businesses need it. | Opinion
Every community has the potential to be a success story, and local businesses are eager to help make that potential a reality ...
With budget worries growing, Miami-Dade mayor promises a more efficient government
A Democrat trying to govern in a newly right-leaning county, Daniella Levine Cava highlights bridge building and consensus.