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In the search for waste, fraud and abuse, President Donald Trump and Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency have set their sights on Medicaid and the Department of Education. On paper, these potential cuts don't affect local curriculum, or educational services for special needs families, because laws are in place to protect them. But ...Read more

My mother-in-law was born on a small ranch in San Luis Potosi, Mexico, in 1951. After her mother died from illness, my mother-in-law crossed into Brownsville, Texas, during the Charro Days Fiesta.

She was 13, undocumented and alone.

I've written about my mother-in-law's journey before. However, in light of Donald Trump's immigration policies ...Read more

Just in time for Women's History Month, there's an essay collection called "Fast Famous Women" releasing March 4. I'm honored to have contributed a chapter about iconic humor columnist Erma Bombeck. However, what's perhaps even more special about this collection is its editor. Gina Barreca, who holds a doctorate in English literature, is at ...Read more

Shortly after the election, I decided to refocus my column. Instead of contributing to the vitriol found in much of the public discourse, I want to carve out space dedicated to shining a light on the people doing good work to help make this world a better place. I'm holding space for good. It's what I'm calling my column going forward.

This ...Read more

Every interaction you have creates a ripple, whether you intend it to or not. The kind of ripple you create is up to you. Mindy Corporon wants it to be one of kindness. How she came to this resolve after a white supremacist opened fire and killed her son and her father in the parking lot of the Kansas Jewish Community Center in April 2014 is why...Read more

While President Donald Trump signed executive orders to strip diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility programs from the federal government, Aretha Fuqua traveled to Atlanta to accept the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Champion award on behalf of the West Louisville Tennis Club at the United States Tennis Association Southern Division ...Read more

When Bob Hill was writing newspaper columns, it was a different era. But after our conversation, I realized some things are still very much the same. Bob is 82 years old. He's published a new memoir called "Out Here: Essays And Encounters From The Heart, Soul, And Left Field." It is a treasure trove of anecdotes about his time as a newspaperman ...Read more

Does America value second chances? Looking at presidential election results, you'd think yes. Donald Trump was convicted of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in the first degree. Then, Judge Juan Merchan issued an "unconditional discharge" for it all, meaning Trump will not face any jail time or be subject to any fines. He not ...Read more

We're living in divisive times. It's something said so often that it's become cliche. But collaboration across divides still happens, and the International Space Station is a great place to witness this in action. The ISS is entering its 25th year with crews on board modeling scientific collaboration on global research projects. Crew members ...Read more

I enjoy crafting and sewing, but lately I've become hyperaware of the waste produced to sustain this hobby. When I walk into a craft and fabric store, I feel like I could pick up the entire store and dump it directly into a landfill. It's mostly plastic -- yes, even the fabric -- and it likely won't get recycled. But I love to craft and sew. I...Read more

People take part in health challenges all the time, especially as New Year's resolutions. We count our steps, track our water intake and count carbs and calories with the intention of being healthier in the new year. There's one more health challenge I want you to consider for 2025 -- the Anti-Racism Challenge.

According to UCLA Health, "...Read more