Minneapolis, Minnesota – Concerns over neglect and abuse in long-term care facilities have prompted Elder Voice Advocates to create Elder Care IQ, a free tool aimed at tracking and analyzing cases in Minnesota. The organization has already identified 50 substantiated reports of neglect in these facilities, leading to 26 deaths in the years 2023 and … Read more
Antioch, Tennessee – The tragic reality of school shootings continues to haunt students, educators, parents, and communities across the United States, sparking contentious debates surrounding gun rights and school safety. To shed light on these discussions, Education Week reporters have undertaken the difficult task of tracking incidents of shootings on K-12 school premises that have … Read more
HONOLULU, Hawaii – The Honolulu City Council is considering a bill that would ban single-use plastic bags on Oahu. The bill aims to reduce plastic pollution and encourage the use of reusable bags among residents and businesses. If passed, Oahu will join the other Hawaiian islands of Kauai, Maui, and Hawaii in implementing such a … Read more