MARCH 2. 2026

Trump’s Orwellian Board of Peace Consists Entirely of Human Rights Abusers

An Intercept analysis finds that every single Board of Peace member state has been rebuked for human rights violations.

What Emergency Managers Say They Need More Than Ever

We heard from more than 40 current and former emergency managers in 11 states about what they need to prepare for the next disaster — and what they aren’t getting.

Applications Open for 2026 ProPublica Investigative Editor Training Program

The yearlong ProPublica Investigative Editor Training Program aims to broaden the ranks of investigative editors.

A regional network is racing to save the Midwest’s native seeds

As climate change intensifies wildfires and other extreme weather events, demand for native seeds is surging.

Appalachia’s iconic salamander was slated for federal protection. It’s still in limbo.

As climate change remakes the mountains, the fight to save Appalachia's iconic hellbender salamander is becoming a fight for home.

The United States Is Still Addicted to War

Why every U. S. president ends up in a major military campaign.

Wild idea for vegetarian festival

Shambala stopped serving meat and fish a decade ago - but is now asking festival goers whether it should allow wild deer.

How George W. Bush Created ICE

The national security apparatus built after 9/11 transformed the country in unpredictable ways.

MARCH 1. 2026

Trump's Iran Attack Was Illegal, Former U. S. Military Officials Alleges

“This is an introduction of U. S. forces into hostilities. It absolutely triggers the 48-hour notice requirement. ”

First U. S. Casualties Confirmed in Iran War

The announcement comes as the war continues into its second day.

Trump Made History. Now the Iranian People Can, Too.

Airstrikes on Iran have already made the Middle East safer. They may also make it freer.

Balcony solar is taking state legislatures by storm

In more than half of U. S. states, Republican and Democratic lawmakers have introduced legislation that would boost adoption of DIY solar systems.

Texas Progressives Say Democratic Establishment Is Blowing It In the Rio Grande Valley

Texas progressives like Ada Cuellar think Democrats overlearned the lessons of Trump’s surprising gains in the Rio Grande Valley.

The U. S. Killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. What Comes Next?

“This tells any potential adversaries of the U. S. : Get nuclear weapons. Hedging is not a strategy. ”

Death Comes to the Dictator

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei brought his country and regime to ruin.

FEBRUARY 28. 2026

Trump Says Iranian Supreme Leader Is Dead

Iran has not confirmed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s death.

Trump Is Betraying His Base By Waging War on Iran

Voters were promised America First, not Bush-era interventions.

Fool Me Twice: The Case for War With Iran Is Even Thinner Than It Was for Iraq

The Trump admin can't seem to settle on a reason for war with Iran. That hasn't stopped them from planning a war without a "why. "

6 Questions About Operation Epic Fury

The United States and Israel have set a high bar for success in their war on Iran.

For the Fossil Record

“I took the opportunity to observe the surviving lemurs in their natural habitats—and it was love at first sight. ”