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Bill Proposes Greater Accountability for New York Prosecutors Who Break the Law
With his signature, Gov. Andrew Cuomo could create an independent state commission to investigate and sanction prosecutors who withhold evidence or commit other abuses.
Veterans Group Sues to Block VA Shadow Rulers
A new lawsuit challenges the legality of a secret Mar-a-Lago troika after ProPublica revealed its influence over the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Video: For Trans People, It’s Difficult and Costly to Update an ID. But It Can Also Be Dangerous Not To.
A confusing web of state policies determine if and how a trans person can update their IDs. And not doing so can increase the risk of discrimination and violence.
A Free Press Works for All of Us
The cause of investigative reporting, a crucial element of our democracy, benefits enormously from our country’s tradition of a free, unfettered press.
When Sarah Sanders and the ACLU Teamed Up for Voting Rights
Although the Trump administration wants to restrict access to the ballot box, its chief spokesperson once sued to overturn a ban on student voting.
What’s Your Experience With the Americans With Disabilities Act? We Want to Know.
We want to know how the law affects you, whether you’re a person with a disability, caretaker, business owner, architect or contractor.
Illinois Lawmakers Search for Solutions for Children Stuck in Psychiatric Hospitals
Witnesses at legislative hearing criticize state child welfare agency, say some teens prefer jail to psychiatric facilities
Defense Inspector General to Investigate Military’s Toxic Open Burning
The inquiry will evaluate whether the polluting practice is legal, and whether contractors have proper oversight.
Trusted Health Sites Spread Myths About a Deadly Pregnancy Complication
From the Mayo Clinic to Harvard, sources don't always get the facts right about preeclampsia. Reached by ProPublica, some are making needed corrections.
A Fatal Accident Leads to Broader Questions About NYC Trash Hauler’s Operations
A ProPublica inquiry sparked by the death of a motorist in Brooklyn shows the trash company involved is headquartered on land owned by someone banned from the industry years ago.
Did You Go to a Washington Nationals Game With Supreme Court Nominee Brett Kavanaugh?
Trump’s pick is a baseball fan who racked up considerable debt buying season tickets. Help us figure out who went with the nominated judge.
What Happens When a Pipeline Runs Afoul of Government Rules? Authorities Change the Rules.
Federal authorities halted work on the massive Mountain Valley Pipeline this month after an appeals court ruled that federal agencies neglected to follow environmental protections.
Famed Houston Surgeon Updates Conflict-of-Interest Disclosures
ProPublica and the Houston Chronicle reported in May that Dr. O.H. “Bud” Frazier had often failed to disclose his payments from medical device makers in articles he authored. Since then, he’s amended his disclosures for three pieces in the New England Journal of Medicine.
When Mapping the Many Disparities in Chicago, It Can Feel Like It’s the Same Story Being Told
But maps can turn personal experiences into powerful evidence.
Deadnamed
The way cops in Jacksonville and other jurisdictions investigate the murders of transgender women adds insult to injury and may be delaying justice.
Have You Had Problems Changing Your Name or Gender Marker?
We’re investigating the barriers transgender and gender-nonconforming people face in changing their name or gender marker on government-issued IDs.
