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- NEW: Excited to work with these great journalists at @propublica.org's editor bootcamp. www.propublica.org/article/prop...
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- Important work on Ed Martin from @andykroll.bsky.social and @jeremykohler.bsky.social of @propublica.org. Their reporting no doubt contributed to Trump abandoning Martin's nomination as U.S. attorney in D.C.
- NEW: If you want to know how the Trump administration is dismantling civil rights enforcement in schools, and how that affects families, read this story from @jsmithrichards.bsky.social and @jodiscohen.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/educ...
- NEW: Trump spends billions of dollars on border security but some border town residents don't have drinking water or access to a nearby hospital. Super smart story from reporters @anjeanette-damon.bsky.social and Perla Trevizo of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/trum...
- NEW: The measles outbreak is certainly worrying. But other vaccine-preventable diseases, including whooping cough, are spiking, suggesting a bigger public health issue. Super smart story from @deldeib.bsky.social + @sheinvestigates.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/whoo...
- NEW: Trump said he wasn't going to harm efforts to prevent or fight wildland fires. And then he did just that. Smart story from reporter Mark Olalde of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/trum...
- Reposted by stevemmillsWATCH: The reality TV cop show "The First 48" played a role in the conviction of a Minnesota man who spent 16 years in prison for a murder he didn't commit. At least, that's what a report from the Minnesota attorney general's office says. 📽️: @josesepulveda.bsky.social
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- Reposted by stevemmillsWhat I found couldn't fit into one story. I also interviewed a man in Dallas who says he was shot for his portrayal as a "snitch," lawyers in Mobile who say their jury pools are tainted by fans of "The First 48," and a lawyer for a TN death row inmate: www.propublica.org/article/firs...
- ICYMI: As far as we know, the first exoneration related to the A&E show "The First 48" happened late last year — a Minnesota man named Edgar Barrientos-Quintana. I went deep into what happened and found out a lot about the show's 20-year track record: www.propublica.org/article/firs...
- Reposted by stevemmillsICYMI: As far as we know, the first exoneration related to the A&E show "The First 48" happened late last year — a Minnesota man named Edgar Barrientos-Quintana. I went deep into what happened and found out a lot about the show's 20-year track record: www.propublica.org/article/firs...
- NEW: What really happens on those ICE deportation flights, from the flight attendants who work them. A stunning and sad story from @mckenziefunk.com of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/insi...
- Reposted by stevemmillsI associated A&E's long-running cop reality show "The First 48" with re-run marathons. But when I learned that it was mentioned as a factor in the 2024 exoneration of a man convicted of murder in Minnesota, the state I live in and cover, I perked right up. Thread 🧵
- Reposted by stevemmillsNEW: Edgar Barrientos-Quintana spent 16 years behind bars wrongly convicted for a shooting featured on “The First 48.” The Minnesota attorney general’s office effectively alleged that the show shaped the case instead of the case shaping the show. By @jlussenhop.bsky.social
- Reposted by stevemmillsDo you watch the First 48? Then you’ll definitely want to read this. “A Wholly Inaccurate Picture”: Reality Cop Show “The First 48” and the Wrongly Convicted Man @jlussenhop.bsky.social
- Reposted by stevemmillsHearing other people say Elodie’s name is a way to acknowledge her stillborn daughter, Stephanie Lee says. “Most loss parents feel much more relieved when people listen, even despite their discomfort.” Watch “Before a Breath,” our new documentary exploring stillbirth in the U.S.: propub.li/3DVxE7a
- NEW: If you're a fan of the A&E program "The First 48," you'll want to read this story by @jlussenhop.bsky.social of @propublica.org. It details how the program featured a murder case that turned out to be a wrongful conviction. www.propublica.org/article/firs...
- NEW: What a university means for a small, rural town, and the people who live there, at a time when the Trump administration is attacking higher ed. Lovely piece from Molly Parker for @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/regi...
- NEW: Billionaires from both sides are flooding the Wisconsin Supreme Court race with money. But only Elon Musk is giving money directly to voters. Smart story from reporter @megomatz.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/wisc...
- Reposted by stevemmillsHooray! Looking forward to partnering soon with @wendicthomas.bsky.social, whose work at @mlk50memphis.bsky.social I've long admired!
- NEW: This is a new documentary from @propublica.org -- from an amazing team of journalists and filmmakers -- that you want to see. Sad, yes. But so powerful and even inspirational. Please see it. www.propublica.org/article/befo...
- NEW: Will Trump try to use a constitutional convention on the debt to grab more power? Interesting story from @phoebepetrovic.bsky.social of @wisconsinwatch.org and @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/cons...
- NEW: A lawsuit alleges the Trump admin is sabotaging the Education Department's civil rights division, ultimately hurting children and families. Great work from @jsmithrichards.bsky.social and @jodiscohen.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/depa...
- Reposted by stevemmillsA lawmaker in Maine posted on Facebook about a transgender athlete. Soon after, the hammer of the federal government began to swing. There's been a blitz of federal investigations, and nearly everything about them is unusual. Reported with @jodiscohen.bsky.social and @bangordailynews.bsky.social
- Reposted by stevemmillsWhen students have concerns about discrimination in schools, where will they turn? More than half of the Education Department’s civil rights locations are being shuttered, @propublica.org has learned. Chicago. Boston. Cleveland. Dallas. NY. Phila. San Fran. www.propublica.org/article/educ...
- NEW: Layoffs at the Dept of Education will make it tough to carry out a key duty: civil rights investigations. Who'll get hurt? Students and families. More great reporting from the duo of @jodiscohen.bsky.social and @jsmithrichards.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/educ...
- NEW: Stunning story from @ericumansky.bsky.social of @propublica.org about a secretive NYPD unit that hurts people -- and Mayor Adams seems to be ok with it. A must-read. www.propublica.org/article/eric...
- Reposted by stevemmillsTwo transgender athletes. SIX federal agencies: "The president is trying to crush the opposition. He’s trying to crush Maine... 'Maine believes in transgender rights? Well, you’re going to see what happens to you.'" www.propublica.org/article/main...
- Reposted by stevemmillsWe're hearing from multiple sources that all U.S. Dept. of Ed buildings are closing at 6 p.m. and are closed tomorrow. Email to staff cites "security reasons." "Employees will not be permitted in any ED facility on Wednesday, March 12th, for any reason." @jodiscohen.bsky.social and I are following
- Reposted by stevemmillsBREAKING: Starting at 6 pm today and through tomorrow, the U.S. Department of Education offices and regional offices will be closed “for security reasons.” Multiple sources shared the email to employees — which doesn’t explain more. Do you have info? Let me + @jsmithrichards.bsky.social know.
- NEW: The Trump admin has 6 federal agencies investigating Maine over transgender athletes -- more than the number of transgender athletes in the state. Fantastic story from @bangordailynews.bsky.social and @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/main...
- NEW: Missouri Republicans want to let residents donate the state taxes they owe to anti-abortion centers instead of paying the state. Great reporting from @propublica.org's @jeremykohler.bsky.social. www.propublica.org/article/miss...
- NEW: Missouri wants to let residents send their state tax bills to anti-abortion centers, a potentially costly proposition and its latest move to aid the anti-abortion cause. Smart story from @jeremykohler.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/miss...
- NEW: Trump and DOGE say they're cutting waste and fraud. But they'll actually cost us by failing to collect possibly billions of dollars from the wealthy and from corporations. Smart, important story from @andykroll.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/how-...
- NEW: Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa allegedly had relationships with top military officials who lobbied her Senate committee, raising concerns about ethics violations. Smart story by @robert-faturechi.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/joni...
- Reposted by stevemmillsNew Illinois law would add more oversight of homeschool families www.propublica.org/article/illi...
- Reposted by stevemmills1/ Local journalists: Want to learn more about how to work with ProPublica through our Local Reporting Network? Join our webinar on Wednesday, March 5 at 1 p.m. ET. Register here: propub.li/3F3v8fe
- Reposted by stevemmillsAll employees of the U.S. Dept. of Education have gotten two emails today offering $25k buyouts ahead of a "very significant reduction in force." The first was sent early today and then disappeared from inboxes minutes later. Another just came through. They have until 11:59 p.m. Monday to decide.
- NEW: Where does Speaker Mike Johnson live? In a house owned by a big GOP donor at the center of a pastor's campaign to break down the church/state wall. From @josh-kaplan.bsky.social, @justinelliott.bsky.social and @amierjeski.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/mike...
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- Reposted by stevemmillsSometimes I can't believe I get to work with this team. Parked around the corner from USAID today:
- NEW: The last time the state of Missouri took control of St. Louis police, it was around the time of the Civil War. Now it's trying to take control again. Smart story from @jeremykohler.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/st-l...
- NEW OPPORTUNITY: If you'd like to become an investigative editor, or just brush up on your skills, this is a wonderful program. Please apply. And please reach out if you have questions. www.propublica.org/article/prop...
- Reposted by stevemmillsThe Trump administration repeatedly cites the statistic that only 6% of federal employees work full-time in their offices. Guess what? The stat isn't true. Our editor-in-chief Steve Engelberg investigates how and why this lie continues to spread — and the impact: www.propublica.org/article/fede...
- Reposted by stevemmillsSpotted today at the US Department of Education as workers were required to come into the office: Long security lines, office furniture deliveries, colleagues greeting one another in uncertain times, faced with defending their jobs via email. (And one ProPublica reporter hanging around 🙋♀️ )
- Reposted by stevemmillsMy mother's life was prolonged by an organ donor. It's such an important process that touches so many people. Yet the current government is firing people who aim to make it more efficient so it can save more lives. www.propublica.org/article/trum...
- Reposted by stevemmillsWhat’s being lost as health experts are caught in the drive to shrink the federal government? Today’s story w/ @anniewaldman.bsky.social is about the ones working to save lives We’re going to keep reporting & want to hear from you. Reach me on Signal 312.730.4797 or at duaa.eldeib@propublica.org
- NEW: Public health teams are being gutted by Trump's purge of federal employees, imperiling crucial, lifesaving work. "We are hollowing out our government in a way that is going to hurt people and is going to get people killed." w/ @deldeib.bsky.social: www.propublica.org/article/trum...
- Reposted by stevemmillsNEW: Public health teams are being gutted by Trump's purge of federal employees, imperiling crucial, lifesaving work. "We are hollowing out our government in a way that is going to hurt people and is going to get people killed." w/ @deldeib.bsky.social: www.propublica.org/article/trum...
- NEW: The Dept. of Education under Trump may investigate some disability cases but it still won't handle race and gender complaints. Top-notch reporting from @jodiscohen.bsky.social and @jsmithrichards.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/depa...
- Reposted by stevemmillsNEW: The Education Department is “lifting the pause” on investigating civil rights complaints in schools — but only for disability cases. Race and gender investigations largely are still sitting idle. (Exceptions are the few priority cases such as one re: an all-gender bathroom in Denver)
- Reposted by stevemmillsDepartment of Education scoop: The civil rights office is “lifting the pause” on disability related investigations — but not those related to race or gender discrimination. www.propublica.org/article/depa...
- NEW: A small Ohio town bet big on GMO salmon. Of course, things didn't turn out so well. A heckuva fish tale, with helpings of greed and mismanagement, from @annaleighclark.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/aqua...
- Reposted by stevemmillsroses are red, gymnasts do flips here is a place to send @propublica.org reporters your tips www.propublica.org/article/seco...
- NEW: Employees at the U.S. Department of Education feel "muzzled" as the Trump admin puts the brakes on civil rights investigations in favor of its own priorities. Smart story from @jodiscohen.bsky.social and @jsmithrichards.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/depa...
- Reposted by stevemmillsDepartment of Education news breaking tonight: The agency’s civil rights arm has opened just 20 investigations in the past three weeks. By comparison, about 250 civil rights investigations were opened during the same period last year. www.propublica.org/article/depa...
- Reposted by stevemmillsThousands of civil rights investigations at schools and colleges have ground to a halt under Donald Trump. Very few new investigations have been opened. There are students who need help now, one OCR employee told us. “And now the federal government is literally doing nothing.”
- BREAKING: The U.S. Dept of Education is halting civil rights investigations as it shifts towards Trump's priorities. Amazing work from reporters @jodiscohen.bsky.social and @jsmithrichards.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/depa...
- Reposted by stevemmillsProPublica is implementing new staff bios that are a bit more personal. I think it's pretty neat! If you'd like to learn a little about my background and what I cover — plus 17 different ways to get in touch with me — check it out: www.propublica.org/people/jessi...
- BREAKING: U.S. Department of Education slows civil rights investigations as it shifts to Trump’s priorities. Amazing reporting from @jodiscohen.bsky.social and @jsmithrichards.bsky.social of @propublica.org.
- NEW: The Trump administration says they're sending the "worst of the worst" immigrants to Guantanamo. But there are reasons to doubt that. Smart story from Perla Trevizo and @micarosenberg.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/trum...
- NEW: How a gene therapy drug ends up costing $2 million a dose, and why it doesn't have to. The fascinating inside story from Robin Fields of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/zolg...
- Reposted by stevemmillsThe Trump administration has terminated more than $900 million in Education Department contracts, taking away a key source of data on the quality and performance of the nation’s schools. www.propublica.org/article/depa...
- The cost of police misconduct in Chicago is staggering, and seemingly never-ending for city taxpayers. Super smart story from @heathercherone.bsky.social of @wttw.bsky.social.
- During the past six years taxpayers have spent at least $472.4 million to resolve police misconduct lawsuits, setting a new record, according to a WTTW News analysis. news.wttw.com/2025/02/10/f...
- NEW: How Trump and Musk broke USAID -- and may have broken the law, putting lives at risk. Great story from @annamaria.bsky.social and Brett Murphy of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/usai...
- Reposted by stevemmillsBreaking: "The U.S. Department of Education told employees late Friday that it will end all programs, contracts and policies that 'fail to affirm the reality of biological sex,' carrying out President Donald Trump’s vow to restrict transgender rights." www.propublica.org/article/depa...
- Reposted by stevemmillsNEW TODAY: US Department of Ed employees got an email saying programs, contracts and policies that “fail to affirm the reality of biological sex” will end. The Trump administration appears to be putting the executive orders related to trans people into action at ED.
- Reposted by stevemmillsBREAKING: Department of Education employees got a late Friday email telling them the department will end all programs “that fail to affirm the reality of biology sex,” targeting efforts that support transgender students. www.propublica.org/article/depa...
- Reposted by stevemmillsNEW: The Department of Education told employees late Friday that they must review and terminate all programs, contracts and policies that affirm the existence of transgender people. By @jodiscohen.bsky.social and @jsmithrichards.bsky.social
- Reposted by stevemmillsHow to securely contact ProPublica reporters and what beats they cover www.propublica.org/article/seco...
- NEW: The Trump administration's campaign against transgender people has arrived at the Department of Education. Smart story from reporters @jsmithrichards.bsky.social and @jodiscohen.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/depa...
- NEW: If you want to better understand the flurry of executive orders on immigration from the Trump administration, this is a great place to start. From @micarosenberg.bsky.social and Perla Trevizo of @propublica.org and the @texastribune.org. www.propublica.org/article/dona...
- NEW: What it means, and what what we lose, as the Trump administration continues its efforts to erase January 6. A smart and, ultimately, sad story from @alecmac.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/janu...
- Reposted by stevemmillsNuestra historia, en español, sobre los nicaragüenses en Wisconsin que estan empacando todas sus cositas, poco a poco, frente la posibilidad de ser deportados: www.propublica.org/article/immi...
- Reposted by stevemmillsIllinois lawmakers want to stop police from ticketing students in school. Fines can be as high as $750. They say there’s new urgency for police data as Trump signals he will dismantle the Department of Education. Latest story with @jsmithrichards.bsky.social www.propublica.org/article/illi...
- NEW: Illinois lawmakers try to end ticketing of students for minor misbehavior, saying they need to protect children from the Trump administration. Great work from @jodiscohen.bsky.social and @jsmithrichards.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/illi...
- Reposted by stevemmillsReach me for story tips + issue backgrounding: Email: anna.clark@propublica.org Phone: 313-310-6592 Signal: annaleighclark.14 I focus on stories rooted in Michigan + the Midwest with national resonance. Interested in all issues, incl. infrastructure, public works, institutional accountability.
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- A 15-year-old opened fire at Abundant Life Christian School. A month later, a 17-year-old killed a classmate at Antioch High School. According to researchers, both were active in the same online networks that glorify mass shooters. By @phoebepetrovic.bsky.social, w/ @wisconsinwatch.bsky.social
- NEW: Insurerance companies failed to follow mental health coverage laws. Important work from a team at @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/depa...
- Reposted by stevemmills📽️ WATCH: This #MaternalHealthAwarenessDay, we’re dropping the trailer for “Before a Breath,” a documentary that weaves together the stories of three mothers who experienced the life-changing loss of a stillbirth and are now striving to make pregnancy safer for other families.
- NEW: Women gained power in statehouses. In the Southeast, however, they lost power. Smart story from @jenniferberryhawes.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/repu...
- Reposted by stevemmillsSome thought Texas AG Ken Paxton might be a candidate for Trump’s new attorney general. He didn’t get the job. But there’s a significant way Paxton could benefit from the new administration & his longtime ally. My latest for @propublica.org & @texastribune.org www.propublica.org/article/trum...
- NEW: Texas AG Ken Paxton has been under investigation for years for alleged corruption. Trump's Justice Department could end that. Smart story from @viannadavila.bsky.social of @propublica.org and @texastribune.org. www.propublica.org/article/trum...
- NEW: If Trump follows through on threats to undermine laws that would help victims of climate change events, he'd hurt the very people who voted for him. Smart and timely story from @fastlerner.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/trum...
- NEW: This new tool lets you examine the demographics of private schools and compare them with nearly public schools. Such great work from a great team at @propublica.org. projects.propublica.org/private-scho...
- Reposted by stevemmillsAnd also here is @andykroll.bsky.social & @nicksurgey.bsky.social's illuminating piece on Russ Vought's plans here: www.propublica.org/article/vide...
- NEW: Some states have had success at stopping predatory, high-interest trial lending. More great reporting from on this issue from @joeljacobs.bsky.social + @megomatz.bsky.social of @propublica.org. www.propublica.org/article/stat...
- Reposted by stevemmills#ICYMI: Fed-up North Dakotans, led by a group called the BadAss Grandmas, voted to establish a state Ethics Commission six years ago. But the agency has achieved less than advocates hoped, undermined largely by the legislature the commission is charged with overseeing: propub.li/3DSmu2F
- Reposted by stevemmillsIn building a 68-mile tunnel under Las Vegas, Elon Musk’s Boring Company has skirted building, environmental and labor regulations, according to records obtained by ProPublica and City Cast Las Vegas.
- Reposted by stevemmillsNEW: When the Casners signed the deed for their new child care center, their dreams felt within reach. But even a $600K loan wasn’t enough. They borrowed $200K from their retirement, and it took another 10 months for their doors to open. Here’s why. w/ Capitol News Illinois propub.li/3DQazCn
- Reposted by stevemmillsNews: Feds find “substantial misrepresentation” by Baker College. This follows an investigation into the nonprofit school by @propublica.org and @detroitfreepress.bsky.social, with further reporting along with @chronicle.com www.propublica.org/article/bake...
- NEW: The BadAss Grandmas - Yes, that their name - brought much-needed ethics reform to North Dakota. But lawmakers have stood in the way. Great story from Jacob Orledge of the @northdakotamonitor.com. www.propublica.org/article/nort...
- Reposted by stevemmillsInsurance company said she was fine - didn’t need more intensive outpatient treatment despite constant suicidal thoughts. What followed was a visit to the ER, slicing her on her wrists sometimes twice a day and downing 6-7 wine glasses a night. www.propublica.org/article/ment...
- NEW: Insurance co. doctors are criticized by judges for their decisions on mental health treatment but the companies keep using them. Important story from @deldeib.bsky.social and @mayatmiller.bsky.social of @propublica.org.
- One doctor’s recommendation to deny a 43-year-woman coverage “contained errors on practically every aspect” of her condition, the Labor Department said in 2012. United and other insurers continued to hire the doctor over the next decade. propub.li/3BQjJ1e
- Reposted by stevemmillsOne doctor’s recommendation to deny a 43-year-woman coverage “contained errors on practically every aspect” of her condition, the Labor Department said in 2012. United and other insurers continued to hire the doctor over the next decade. propub.li/3BQjJ1e
- Reposted by stevemmillsNEW: Insurers Continue to Rely on Doctors Whose Judgments Have Been Criticized by Courts
