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In Georgia’s Hogg Hummock, a fight for a people, a culture, and the landThe longtime efforts of Gullah Geechee descendants to preserve their ancestors’ land is a fight to save a people and a culture. Some believe it could also save a slice of coastal Georgia.
FocusWhere do Americans draw lines when it comes to guns and teens?A mass shooter used to be a male in his 30s. Today’s shooters are far younger, in their teens and early 20s. Lawmakers are now looking more deeply at the balance between the age of majority and public safety.
First LookHolocaust survivors use DNA clues to find family links to pastThe New York-based Center for Jewish History is providing DNA testing kits for free to Holocaust survivors and their children to help reunite them with family. “There are cases that simply cannot be solved without DNA,” said genealogist Adina Newman.
First LookNative American tribes restore historic connections to bisonNative American tribes have been steadily rebuilding the bison population, with 82 tribes taking care of more than 20,000 animals. Their success reflects a desire to bring back the herds that played a significant role in their ancestors’ lives.
Cover StoryLove and connection: The transforming power of a thank-you noteAmid daily routines, giving thanks can come as an afterthought. For these regular practitioners of gratitude, however, Thanksgiving comes every day.
How a US camp helps Russian-speaking kids in time of warA Russian language camp in Minnesota that welcomes children through the fall wasn’t sure how it would fare this year because of the war in Ukraine. Organizers found that unity and hope prevailed.
First LookRideshare gospel: Mobile preachers drive home a message of loveIn an era filled with impersonal and automated interactions, two Christian Lyft drivers in the Northeast are using their unique access to strangers to help spread the gospel. They keep their sermons accessible and within the length of a typical commute.
First Look'Model of diversity and inclusion': Women in the NFL on the riseWomen working in the NFL’s league office is at an all-time high with 319 women holding various positions from team owner to full-time scout. “The biggest challenge was just opportunity,” said Allison Miner, athletic trainer for the Los Angeles Chargers.
First LookInfluencers debate leaving Twitter, but where would they go?Elon Musk has signaled his intent to loosen Twitter's guardrails. The use of racial slurs quickly surged in an apparent test of his tolerance level. As Twitter users consider whether to stay or go, the debate is especially fraught for people of color.
Senior women find joy on the softball field: Meet the Colorado PeachesJoy doesn’t take a timeout with age. Older women in Colorado find it on the field.
Care Courts: California focuses on mental illness to reduce homelessnessA new California law aims to address an intersection of mental illness and homelessness, but implementation and the threat of compulsory care are raising concerns.
The storm has passed. For thousands in Florida, the displacement lingers.Many in Florida need new places to live after Hurricane Ian. Federal and local aid gives a boost, but people are grappling with difficult choices.
Yellowstone at 150: ‘It’s never dull’After 150 years, Yellowstone National Park continues to inspire. A park ranger reflects on the responsibility of long-term stewardship.
Evacuation orders, safety, and Florida’s hurricane cultureCould more have been done to save lives during Hurricane Ian? The answer hinges partly on evacuation orders, but also on people heeding them.
First LookWho knows the truth? Americans alert for misinformation, poll finds.More than 90% of adults say the spread of misinformation is a problem, leading to more extreme political views and behaviors. Most Americans are trying to take steps to avoid spreading false views, such as refraining from reposting on social media.
‘Pretty remarkable’: How Florida got power back for 2 million after IanAs powerful storms like Hurricane Ian strain power grids, Florida’s investments in resilience seem to be paying off.
First LookBuilt-in resilience: Hope for historic homes after floodingResearchers Paige Pollard and Kerry Shackelford are part of a growing effort to demonstrate the built-in resilience of historic homes, as more fall under the threat of intensifying storms.
On docks in Fort Myers, tough choices ahead for houseboat dwellersHurricane Ian struck directly in one of Florida’s havens of houseboat culture. For boat owners, gratitude for their own survival blends with rising challenges to a distinctive lifestyle.
FocusAfter Hurricane Ian, floods leave a deep insurance gapWith great risk comes great responsibility. Florida is facing a reckoning over rising insurance costs, shifting storm patterns, and who pays to put the state’s homeowners back on their feet.
Shaken but resilient, Florida residents move forward together after IanWith parts of Florida in physical tatters after Hurricane Ian, residents are relying on cooperation and compassion as they begin working as communities on recovery.
