On Tuesday, Aug. 25 at 4 p.m. ET, join ProPublica’s Mark Olalde and environment journalists @scribeguy.bsky.social, Tony Briscoe and @halleparker.bsky.social to discuss the unprecedented rollback of the Clean Air Act and what it means for public health in urban and rural communities nationwide.

Clean Air Act: Dismantling One of the Country’s Bedrock Environmental Laws

Join us for a discussion about the rollback of the Clean Air Act and what it means for public health in communities across America.

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Should students be allowed to use AI on assignments? What about on tests? Who should teach AI literacy? About 100 teenagers got together to try to decide. n.pr/44SFjNs

Congress hasn't passed AI rules for schools. So these 98 teens did it themselves

Should students be allowed to use AI on assignments? What about on tests? Who should teach AI literacy? About 100 teenagers got together to try to decide.

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A 2024 Louisiana state law forced hospitals to remove misoprostol from specialized carts designed to treat hemorrhages and instead keep it locked in a secure room designated for controlled substances. Similar legislation failed in other states reports @halleparker.bsky.social of @veritenews.org.

Abortion Drug Law in Louisiana Heightens Hemorrhage Risk for Pregnant Patients - KFF Health News

A 2024 state law reclassified misoprostol and mifepristone as controlled substances. That affects how hospitals can access the drugs in non-abortion emergencies, and other states appear to be taking n...

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When a patient hemorrhages, doctors are now left waiting at least two minutes while a nurse sprints to retrieve critical medicine that used to be within easy reach. In the meantime, patients can lose more than a liter of blood.

Abortion Drug Law in Louisiana Heightens Hemorrhage Risk for Pregnant Patients - KFF Health News

A 2024 state law reclassified misoprostol and mifepristone as controlled substances. That affects how hospitals can access the drugs in non-abortion emergencies, and other states appear to be taking n...

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“Where does climate action go from here?” with @projectdrawdown.bsky.social's @globalecoguy.bsky.social and climate scientist @katharinehayhoe.com, on Tuesday, June 16, at 2pm US ET (19hr UTC) buff.ly/OcT61L4

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Most Democrats and moderate Republicans agree that global warming is increasing the cost of living, a new survey shows.

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Lol, love when men's soccer players throw an opponent to the ground, not even in reach of the ball then act like they're innocent. #CANBIH #CANvBIH #FIFAWorldCup

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Will the latest Supreme Court ruling dilute Black voting power in the South? We're teaming up with The Current and Mississippi Today to answer your questions about voting rights and redistricting in Louisiana and Mississippi. https://ow.ly/u8TU50Z9Js8

New Orleans vending machine provides free birth control, condoms and Plan B as maternity care deserts grow Maternal health care isn't available in nearly half of Louisiana parishes, according to a new Tulane University report. To help address the lack of options, reproductive justice advocates…

New Orleans vending machine provides free birth control, condoms and Plan B as maternity care deserts grow

Maternal health care isn't available in nearly half of Louisiana parishes, according to a new Tulane University report. To help address the lack of options, reproductive justice advocates opened a vending machine in New Orleans.

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How'd this happen, and what is next for residents in coastal Louisiana? That's the question @halleparker.bsky.social's latest story digs into for Inside: The Margin.

@halleparker.bsky.social of @veritenews.org, Amanda Moore of Restore the Mississippi River Delta, and Christina Lehew, executive director of Common Ground Relief, will discuss the impact on frontline communities, and what grassroots organizations are doing to hold the land together buff.ly/ZMZOuWS

Verifying myself for the Journalists of Color slack. journalistsofcolor.us

Public health reporter Halle Parker • Journalist has covered everything from community air monitoring and environmental racism to the criminalization of STDs and health care access during the federal immigration enforcement crackdown. Read her latest work: https://ow.ly/WK9250YMmpy

Here's @halleparker.bsky.social and my initial story on the issue: veritenews.org/2026/02/05/p...

Unsafe lead levels found in half of New Orleans playgrounds

Verite News tested lead levels at more than 80 parks. Even trace amounts of the toxic metal can cause learning problems and behavioral issues in children.

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After @veritenews.org found widespread lead contamination in New Orleans playgrounds, city leaders are taking action. Mayor Helena Moreno is launching a task force, and officials are seeking federal funding for cleanup. 👉 veritenews.org/2026/04/07/l...

New Orleans health, environment officials consider plans to clean up toxic lead in playgrounds - Verite News New Orleans

New Orleans’ top health official says the city is requesting $5 million in federal funds to address lead in playgrounds.

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Inspired by tonight’s community event organized by @veritenews.org to further develop its reporting about widespread lead contamination in the city. It featured our journalists & a panel of local experts who not only addressed the problems but illuminated possible solutions. @halleparker.bsky.social

#TheLensNola🔍 Despite the stringent abortion ban, AG Liz Murrill said almost 1,000 abortions per month are administered in Louisiana through medication obtained from out of state. ✍ Greg LaRose, Louisiana Illuminator Full Story 🔗: buff.ly/qvaZjIV #trumpagency #abortiondrugs #FDA

It's designed to take the place of complicated, multiple drug regimens that many people with HIV need to follow. And it's also beneficial because the HIV virus is always evolving. n.pr/4cY9OXo

A new one-a-day-pill holds promise for HIV's 'forgotten population'

It's designed to take the place of complicated, multiple drug regimens that many people with HIV need to follow. And it's also beneficial because the HIV virus is always evolving.

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The danger of the toxic heavy metal lead is well-known, and the effects are widespread. Good thing there are clear ways to make it so no one is exposed. I looked across the country to see what you could implement in your community. kffhealthnews.org/news/article...

Federal Aid for Lead Cleanup Is Receding. That’s a Problem for Cash-Strapped Cities. - KFF Health News

Congress and the Trump administration are rolling back some lead remediation resources. Case studies of two cities and a state that faced lead contamination problems could give cash-strapped cities id...

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For years, many cash-strapped cities haven’t prioritized lead cleanups. Lessons from several cities and one state may provide a road map for dealing with lead in pipes, soil and paint. @halleparker.bsky.social reports ⤵️

Federal Aid for Lead Cleanup Is Receding. That’s a Problem for Cash-Strapped Cities. - KFF Health News

Congress and the Trump administration are rolling back some lead remediation resources. Case studies of two cities and a state that faced lead contamination problems could give cash-strapped cities id...

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Reporter @halleparker.bsky.social spoke with experts in other parts of the country to learn about successful lead reduction efforts that could serve as a roadmap for New Orleans. veritenews.org/2026/02/25/h...

Get the Lead Out: How New Orleans can reduce toxic heavy metal exposure - Verite News New Orleans

Case studies of two cities and a state that faced lead contamination problems may give New Orleans a roadmap to cleaning its pollution.

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The 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law dedicated $15 billion to lead line replacements nationwide. That funding will end this year, after being targeted by Trump and Congressional Republicans. @halleparker.bsky.social reports lead is pervasive in New Orleans homes. veritenews.org/2026/02/19/e...

Toxic tap: Lead detected in 6 of 10 New Orleans homes' water

Because of contract disputes, cost and legislative hurdles, it will likely take years before the remainder of the city’s tens of thousands of lead pipes are replaced. In the meantime, experts say resi...

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📅 Join us Friday at noon for a Reddit AMA with immigration reporter Bobbi-Jeanne Misick. https://ow.ly/M8gl50YmaWb Don't have a Reddit account? Drop your questions in the comments ⬇️

To all my Mardi Gras celebraters: Be mindful of the clean-up workers who make sure the streets are pristine from day-to-day. A local group tells @veritenews.org that parade clean-up workers are dealing with substandard conditions. veritenews.org/2026/02/13/m...

Mardi Gras clean-up crews report need for additional support

The New Orleans Worker’s Center for Racial Justice is providing extra food and protective equipment after Mardi Gras clean-up workers claim the city fails to offer adequate support.

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