
Nebraska invests $20 million in Malcolm X museum, honoring Black history icon
Legendary Civil Rights leader Malcolm X will be honored at the site of his birth and in the Nebraska Hall of Fame.
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Discover the important history behind the country's newest national park
The Amache National Historic Site is the newest designated site of the National Parks Service, honoring a painful chapter of American history.
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Denver will now pay residents who commute on bikes to meet city's climate goals
Participants can receive mile reimbursement and training and coaching stipends, aiming to encourage biking over driving and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Mayor of Boston commutes with residents to learn how to improve public transit
Michelle Wu, the first woman and person of color Mayor in Boston, has a history of advocating for transportation improvements. Her new TikTok series does just that.
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New report: Plastic bag bans have already prevented billions of bags from being used
“The bottom line is that plastic bag bans work. People realize quickly it’s easy to live without plastic bags and get used to bringing a bag from home or skipping a bag when they can.”
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FEMA says it will overhaul its disaster aid system — after decades of criticism
The agency will offer upfront cash payments to disaster survivors and slash some of its infamous red tape.
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The 3 Best African Climate Good News Stories from 2023
The developments highlight the growing commitment to climate action in Africa and the continent's potential to play a leading role in the global transition to a low-carbon economy.
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3 Ways To (Actually) Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day
It's important we don't reduce Martin Luther King Jr. Day to a “day off” or a quote on social media.
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Here Are 16 Good News Stories To Give You Hope in 2024
There are numerous good news stories in 2024 that offer hope and highlight positive progress in the world. Here are just a few!
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In Conversation With the Former First Lady of Chile, Irina Karamanos Adrian
In an exclusive interview, the former First Lady discusses the impact of dissolving the institutional position, challenges gender stereotypes, and advocating for a more nuanced political discourse.
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Meet The First Lady Who Transformed Her Title — And Then Quit
Irina Karamanos Adrian took on her role with the intention of stepping down as soon as she transformed what it meant to be a First Lady.
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