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Columbus Flock cameras used in 2025 search for Texas woman who had abortion

Columbus Division of Police audit logs show the city’s Flock camera network was used to track a Texas woman who had a self-administered abortion. In May 2025, the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office in Texas made a search on the nationwide Flock network, which …

Abortion initiative group sues Idaho officials over ‘misleading’ ballot language

BOISE, Idaho — The group leading the effort to restore abortion access by ballot initiative in Idaho has filed a lawsuit against state officials over proposed language that will appear on the ballot and in a state-issued voter guide. Idahoans United for …

Activist Admits No Maternal Morality Increase or OBGYN Shortage After Abortion Bans

In a Wednesday editorial that appeared on StatNews, Dr. David Hackney, a professor of reproductive biology at Case Western Reserve University candidly admits that many post-Dobbs predictions made by supporters of legal abortion have not come to fruition. …

Abortion initiative group sues Idaho state officials over ‘misleading’ ballot language

BOISE, Idaho — The group leading the effort to restore abortion access by ballot initiative in Idaho has filed a lawsuit against state officials over proposed language that will appear on the ballot and in a state-issued voter guide. Idahoans United for …

Radical Abortion Activist Attacks This Peaceful Pro-Life Woman

“I rang the doorbell, and a lady answered.” That’s how Grace’s story starts. She introduced herself. Told the woman she was volunteering to protect preborn babies. Asked politely if she could count on her vote. The woman said “no, thank you.” Grace said …

Plenty of States Have Flipped. Texas Could Too.

Is James Talarico doomed to be the latest disappointing Texas Democrat? Photo: Brandon Bell/Getty Images For a data-driven number cruncher of the highest order, Nate Silver is refreshingly honest in admitting his skepticism about the Senate candidacy …

Data centers emerge as flashpoint between Kotek, Drazan in Oregon governor’s race

QuickTake: Growing public backlash over the building of tech industry infrastructure is becoming an issue for voters of both parties. For months, Oregon’s incumbent Gov. Tina Kotek and her Republican challenger, state Sen. Christine Drazan, have traded …

The Win for Abortion Rights in Indiana Has Reshaped the National Legal Landscape

Honest, paywall-free news is rare. Please support our boldly independent journalism with a donation of any size. The national legal landscape has become just a little bit brighter for those who have been working tirelessly to help abortion seekers in …

Was Mary Oliver a Feminist? 

A new documentary Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World reveals the complicated woman behind the beloved poetry—and the deeply feminist values she embodied, even if she never officially claimed the label. Poet Mary Oliver speaks during then- …

Flock’s CEO Is Lying to Cops About 404 Media's Reporting on Abortion Case

In an August call with Ohio law enforcement and government officials, Flock’s CEO Garrett Langley repeatedly lied about his surveillance technology’s role in tracking a woman who had self-administered an abortion, the context around the tracking of the …

Amy Acton is betting that breaking with Democrats can help win Ohio

Ohioans saw Amy Acton nearly every day on TV in 2020, standing alongside Gov. Mike DeWine as the two gave the public the latest on how the COVID-19 pandemic would affect their lives. They didn’t know much about what she believed, though, until she ran for …

After Dobbs, the ERA Offers a New Path to Abortion Rights

As feminists fight to finally enshrine women’s equality in the U.S. Constitution, state-level ERAs are becoming powerful tools to defend abortion access, pregnancy justice and equal rights under the law. Abortion-rights demonstrators confront an …

Democrats’ Abortion Up to Birth Agenda is Moving Americans to Vote Pro-Life

Exposing the Democrats’ agenda of nationalizing abortion at any point in pregnancy is a winning message for Republican candidates, according to new message testing released by Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America. The message testing conducted in swing …

Radical Billionaire Abortion Activist is Funding Sherrod Brown’s Senate Campaign

Dozens of individuals and political action committees affiliated with abortion and transgender services have donated thousands to former Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, as he gears up to face current Republican Sen. Jon Husted in a bid to return to Washington …

SCOOP: Billionaire Abortion Doula Gives Thousands to Influence This Senate Race

Dozens of individuals and political action committees affiliated with abortion and transgender services have donated thousands to former Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, as he gears up to face current Republican Sen. Jon Husted in a bid to return to Washington …

Planned Parenthood’s Funding Ban Ended — But Money Isn’t Flowing in Every State

Support justice-driven, accurate and transparent news — make a quick donation to Truthout today!  This story was originally published by Rewire News Group, a national, nonprofit media organization exclusively dedicated to reporting on reproductive and …

Louisville students say ‘Ragtime’ controversy was an emotional rollercoaster

DuPont Manual High School senior and musical theater major Jeremiah Stephens said “Ragtime” will be his last show in the Youth Performing Arts School. The 17-year-old will play Coalhouse Walker Jr., a successful pianist in New York. “We've known what …

Ohio abortion rights amendment survives Supreme Court…

Ohio abortion rights amendment survives Supreme Court challenge

NEVER BEFORE SEEN PHOTOS TAKEN BY THE FIRST PHYSICIAN AT GROUND ZERO

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- He arrived before almost anyone else. As the towers still smoldered and the city reeled in shock, Dr. Emil Chynn — a young physician who had already lived through the 1993 World …

13,200 Pounds of Rice To Be Distributed to Families in North and South Carolina

Local mosques and community partners join Zakat Foundation of America's effort to ease grocery burden for underserved and refugee families amid rising costs DURHAM, NC, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zakat Foundation of …

National WWI Memorial Sculptor Sabin Howard Challenges Americans to Reclaim the Meaning of Liberty

WWI Memorial sculptor Sabin Howard challenges Americans to carry liberty forward as he presents the Grand Liberty Arch for America’s next 250 years. BEAVER CREEK, CO, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sabin Howard, sculptor of …

CONGRESSMAN JIM JORDAN TO JOIN DAVID FLIPPO FOR DOUGLAS COUNTY CAMPAIGN RALLY

Congressman Jim Jordan will join Republican congressional nominee Lt. Col. David Flippo, USAF (Ret.) for a campaign rally. CARSON CITY, NV, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DOUGLAS COUNTY, NV Congressman Jim Jordan will join …

Media Advisory: Stand Up for Science Hosting 'Empty Chair' Town Hall Near Cleveland on August 31

Public event will connect Stand Up for Science with science advocates and constituents in Max Miller’s OH-7 district to hear their concerns. CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Monday, Stand Up for Science will hold …

Media Advisory: Stand Up for Science Hosting 'Empty Chair' Town Hall in Columbus on September 1

Public event will connect Stand Up for Science with science advocates and constituents in Mike Carey’s OH-15 district to hear their concerns. COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Tuesday, September 1, Stand Up for …

President Trump Was Right: America Controls the Strait of Hormuz

U.S. Central Command confirms what Democrats and the Fake News have spent months denying: the United States — not the Islamic Republic of Iran — controls the Strait of Hormuz. American forces are keeping energy moving to the world while denying Tehran the …

New Voter Education Campaign Launched for People with Mental Health and Addiction Conditions

The campaign, entitled “Nothing About Us Without Our Vote,” includes the release of a Comprehensive Voter Guide for People with Lived Experience. SILVER SPRINGS, MD, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In conjunction with the …

City of Boston Election Department Issues Reminders Ahead of the Tuesday, September 1, State Primary

The City of Boston Election Department is reminding voters that the State Primary is Tuesday, September 1, 2026. This election will determine the candidates on the ballot in the upcoming State Election on Tuesday, November 3. There are a total of 438,367  …

Council Calls for Infrastructure Solutions to Protect Local Waterways

Protecting Boston’s waterways requires infrastructure solutions that address combined sewer overflows and their impact on local communities. This week, the Council adopted a resolution opposing the current Draft Updated Combined Sewer Overflow Long-Term …

National Hotel Employee Day

Hotel employees play an important role in welcoming visitors and strengthening communities across Boston. The Council proclaimed August 26, 2026, as National Hotel Employee Day in Boston and recognized the dedication, professionalism, and service of hotel …

Council Supports Deadly Weapons Collection Program in Boston

The Council is supporting efforts to provide residents with a way to safely dispose of deadly weapons. The Council is urging the City of Boston and Boston Police Department to implement a deadly weapons collection program in response to recent serious …

National Recovery Month

Recovery Month provides an opportunity to recognize the progress made by those in recovery and raise awareness of substance abuse prevention and treatment. During this week’s Council meeting, the Council adopted a resolution recognizing September 2026 as …

Council Supports Programs Creating Opportunities for Boston’s Young People

Programs that support children, families, and young adults can help create pathways to stability, education, and opportunity. During this week’s Council meeting, the Council adopted resolutions supporting Head Start and Early Head Start programs in Boston …

Council Supports Working Group to Address South End Alleyway Challenges

Historic alleyways are an important part of the South End’s built environment, providing access to homes, businesses, utilities, parking areas, and other properties throughout the neighborhood. During this week’s Council meeting, the Council adopted a …

Council Declares August 22 as Elizabeth Freeman Day

Elizabeth Freeman’s pursuit of freedom became an important part of Massachusetts history and a powerful example of courage, equality, and justice. During this week’s Council meeting, the Council adopted a resolution recognizing and declaring August 22 as …

Mayor Michelle Wu Announces City’s Preparations for Move-In Period, Welcomes College and University Students to Boston

Mayor Michelle Wu announced the City's preparations and highlighted services as college and university students move in across Boston. Ahead of the annual September move-in period, the City of Boston is sharing information with residents, families and …

GCRAI and ICAS Call for Meaningful Human Control in Autonomous Weapons Systems

GCRAI AND ICAS DRAW A RED LINE ON AUTONOMOUS LETHAL FORCE - as international leaders renew calls for urgent action on autonomous weapons SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Some decisions must never be handed to …

Before It Was a Cure, It Was a Waste of Money: 'Traces Thursday' Series Presents Case Studies in Scientific Patience

New weekly Substack series explores the long arc of medical breakthroughs, why it takes so long to cure diseases, and why basic science funding can’t wait. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Stand Up for Science …

Earth Buddy Addresses Upcoming Federal Regulation Changes and Their Impact on Pet Products

Earth Buddy is urging pet retailers and pet parents to stay informed about upcoming changes to federal regulations for plant-based pet products. LONGMONT, CO, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Earth Buddy, a pioneer in pet …