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A Union Scandal Landed Hundreds of NYPD Officers on a Secret Watchlist. That Hasn’t Stopped Some From Jeopardizing Cases.
After prosecutors flagged hundreds of cops caught fixing tickets for friends and family a decade ago, the officers’ work was supposed to get an extra level of scrutiny. Some cases fell apart anyway.
Oath Keepers in the State House: How a Militia Movement Took Root in the Republican Mainstream
A membership roster for the Oath Keepers, a violent extremist group whose followers have been charged in the Jan. 6 insurrection, includes state lawmakers, congressional candidates, and local government and GOP officials.
Louisiana Deputy Who Slammed a Black Woman on the Pavement Was Named in Multiple Suits, Records Show
Julio Alvarado, a Jefferson Parish deputy who was seen on video violently dragging a woman by the hair, has been named in nine federal civil rights lawsuits, all involving the use of excessive force. This is the most of any deputy currently employed.
Julio Alvarado, a Jefferson Parish deputy who was seen on video violently dragging a woman by the hair, has been named in nine federal civil rights lawsuits, all involving the use of excessive force. This is the most of any deputy currently employed.
Members of Congress Are Asking For an Investigation Into Rutherford County’s Juvenile Court
Government officials called Rutherford County’s juvenile justice system a “nightmare” that “boggles the mind.” They are demanding answers about why children were “unjustly searched, detained, charged, and imprisoned.”
Government officials called Rutherford County’s juvenile justice system a “nightmare” that “boggles the mind.” They are demanding answers about why children were “unjustly searched, detained, charged, and imprisoned.”
Featured Reporting on the Crisis
The Federal Government Gave Billions to America’s Schools for COVID-19 Relief. Where Did the Money Go?
The Education Department’s limited tracking of $190 billion in pandemic support funds sent to schools has left officials in the dark about how effective the aid has been in helping students.
We’re Losing Our Humanity, and the Pandemic Is to Blame
“What the hell is happening? I feel like we are living on another planet. I don’t recognize anyone anymore.”
Inside the Tax Records of the .001%
A massive trove of tax information obtained by ProPublica, covering thousands of America’s wealthiest individuals, reveals what’s inside the billionaires’ bag of tricks for minimizing their personal tax bills — sometimes to nothing.
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The Trump Administration Used Its Food Aid Program for Political Gain, Congressional Investigators Find
Black Children Were Jailed for a Crime That Doesn’t Exist. Almost Nothing Happened to the Adults in Charge.
ProPublica Wins Top Prize From Society of Environmental Journalists
Do You Have an Idea for an Investigative Project Based in Colorado? We Want to Hear From You.
Rich Homeowners Have Endangered Hawaii’s Beaches With Sand Burritos. The State Is Cracking Down.
ProPublica Wins Gold and Bronze Barlett & Steele Award
Top Trump Fundraiser Boasted of Raising $3 Million to Support Jan. 6 “Save America” Rally
FAA Suggests Steps to Improve Aviation Safety in Alaska. Some Experts Say They’re Not Enough.
In a recently released report, the FAA recommended safety measures to address Alaska’s high share of aircraft accidents.
ProPublica and Partners Win Four Online Journalism Awards
Three Children Attacked a Black Woman. A Sheriff’s Deputy Arrived — and Beat Her More.
We Reported on a County That Has Jailed Kids for a Crime That Doesn’t Exist. Readers Reacted.
Conservationists See Rare Nature Sanctuaries. Black Farmers See a Legacy Bought Out From Under Them.
In Pembroke, the well-intended efforts of mostly white nature conservationists overlook one thing: The township’s Black farming community has never fully supported them.
Outrage Grows Over Jailing of Children as Tennessee University Cuts Ties With Judge Involved
The View From Here: Rethinking What Local News Can and Should Be
Hood County Elections Administrator Resigns After Push From Trump Loyalists
Secretive Counterterrorism Team Interrogated Dozens of Citizens at Border, Government Report Finds
ProPublica Wins Inaugural Covering Climate Now Journalism Award
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