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Suspending monthly economic reports would be really bad for women of color
Trump’s pick to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics suggested a pause of the monthly employment reports, the only timely economic measure of how women of color are faring in the economy.
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'Pink-collar profession, pink-collar pay’: Why Philly teachers are ready to strike
The district’s first possible teachers’ strike since 1981 could disrupt the school year for nearly 200,000 students and their families as negotiations continue down to the wire.
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The 19th wins National Murrow Award for 2024 breaking news coverage on Biden and Harris
The 19th was recognized for a series of breaking news coverage on Biden stepping down and Harris stepping up in 2024.
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In Alabama, decades of water neglect push an activist into politics
When federal environmental justice initiatives vanished, Carletta Davis launched a campaign for mayor to continue the fight.
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Introducing The 19th’s fourth cohort of Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Fellows
Five HBCU alums join The 19th through its yearlong fellowship program, continuing our mission to build a more equitable future for journalism.
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This book club aims to address the children’s literacy crisis while saving libraries
Jennifer Siebel Newsom, first partner of California, formed her club to urge young people to read and visit libraries. The problem? Libraries themselves are under Trump's siege.
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Moms and teachers are mad about school supplies again
This year, though, it's political as tariffs drive prices up and the Trump administration makes historic cuts to public education funding.
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Before Trump’s efforts to make kids healthier, there was Michelle Obama
The first lady’s “Let’s Move!” initiative to improve school nutrition and exercise drew some criticism from the right — which has been much more muted as the Trump administration promotes MAHA messaging.
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Could AI prevent teacher burnout?
Some educators are using AI to streamline lesson plans, personalize learning and reduce burnout, freeing up hours for themselves and their students.
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Who’s questioning women’s right to vote?
A post from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth showed his support of a fringe evangelical Christianity that is gaining more traction in the Republican Party.