Vanessa Misciagna
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What a Supreme Court ruling on Section 230 could mean for the internet
Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act is coming under scrutiny by the Supreme Court. Some say it's a source of extreme harm and others believe it’s crucial to free speech. → Read More
Ranchers help members of LGBTQ community find acceptance in rural America
Pop culture leads up to believe big cities are usually more accepting of different communities, like the LGBTQ community. But the city life isn’t for everyone. → Read More
Black-owned businesses saw a post-pandemic boom, but challenges still lie ahead
Experts say past banking practices preventing Black Americans from taking out loans have had ripple effects when later generations of those families try to buy or home or start a business. → Read More
Mom hopes to help multiracial families connect with app
Census data tells us that number of people who identify as multiracial is growing rapidly, and more families are navigating the challenges of raising kids who identify differently from their parents. → Read More
As teacher shortage worsens, states look to veterans as one potential solution
The country is experiencing a teacher shortage that experts predict will only get worse. Many agree creative solutions are needed, but different sides have different opinions on how it should happen. → Read More
Veterans group shows the healing benefit of lowering barriers to the backcountry
The backcountry, or nature untouched by commercial operations, is a respite for people who live with post-traumatic stress, but it can be hard to navigate without the proper gear or knowledge. → Read More
Playwright makes space for Black representation in classical theatre
The theater is a place for stories and expression that can help open minds to the lived experiences of others. In the time since 2020, more Black playwrights are getting their chance to share theirs. → Read More
This year's Black History Month theme is Black resistance. Artist suggests how we should reflect on that.
For decades, the Association for the Study of African American Life and History has assigned a theme to Black History Month and this year's theme is Black resistance. → Read More
How businesses can tap into social media’s prioritization of short-form video
Social media platforms have evolved into more than just ways to pass time. They've shaped the landscape for how businesses market themselves and the pressure is now on to produce short-form videos. → Read More
With federal funds drying up, nonprofits worry about the immediate need to house people
The millions that states received from American Rescue Plan funding in the pandemic helped with the increased need, but that was a one-time infusion of money that some areas have already spent. → Read More
Animal rescues see fewer adoptions and more surrenders thanks to inflation
We love our pets, but what happens when you can no longer afford them? It’s a heartbreaking situation and one that animal rescues say is happening more, all thanks to tough economic times. → Read More
More employers looking beyond criminal records to make up for labor shortage
The labor shortage impacts all of us, but for folks who have traditionally faced barriers to employment – a criminal record, addiction – it's been a time of great opportunity. → Read More
State governments rethink workforce housing during staffing shortage
In many areas, the housing crisis and the labor shortage go hand in hand. One state agency has a creative solution that we may be seeing more of across the country. → Read More
Lowrider enthusiasts changing laws and perceptions about their cultural expression
A change in a law involving lowrider cars has inspired the people that love them to use this moment to teach the country about how important these cars are to their identity. → Read More
3D-printed homes could be the future of wildfire recovery
3D printing is changing so many industries, and now, what technology is bringing to the construction industry could be on the cusp of changing how we bounce back from destructive wildfires. → Read More
As the maternal death rate worsens, both sides of abortion debate demand change
A new study says that states that banned or limited abortions have had a legacy of poorer maternal health, but as differing sides debate the numbers, both are working on solutions. → Read More
Study shows confidence low in schools' ability to address youth mental health
At the beginning of last year, I talked to teachers and school administrators who were worried about the mental health crisis impacting students. → Read More
Recovery advocates hope to keep seeing reduction in addiction stigma
From March 2021 to March 2022, 109,000 people died from an opioid overdose in America. Despite the data, recovery advocates say there's a lot of hope. → Read More
Parents hope for more support and understanding for LGBTQ kids in the new year
Last May, we talked to the Edwards family about what it was like raising a trans kid in today's climate. Now, after the Club Q shooting, they say it's more important than ever to give support. → Read More
With new regulations, wastewater gains momentum as a defense against drought
As large swaths of our country continue to deal with moderate to extreme droughts, advocates for water recycling see hope in turning wastewater into drinking water. → Read More