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"A Simple Fix Could Stop Millions in Food Stamp Theft. Will New York Commit?" (New York Focus)
Chip technology has been standard in credit and debit cards for a decade. It could stop New York’s surging rate of stolen benefits, but officials have been slow to adopt the upgrade.
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"Inside the battle over B Corp certification, the coveted ethical and eco-friendly seal" (Los Angeles Times)
The B Corp seal is considered a must-have for brands looking to cement their reputations as eco-friendly and ethical, but the certification comes with a hefty price tag and a growing list of controversies.
"ICE rushed to release a sick woman, avoiding responsibility for her death. She isn't alone." (Los Angeles Times)
The death of an HIV positive trans woman in ICE detention could have been prevented, according to internal records obtained in a federal lawsuit. Our reporting found that her death isn't an anomaly.
"Lawmakers want accountability from Capitol Police. But for years, they also rebuffed transparency efforts" (Los Angeles Times)
Years before crowds stormed the halls of Congress on January 6, 2021, federal officials expressed growing concerns about the Capitol Police's ability to secure the sprawling complex amid severe understaffing.
"Insuring Catastrophe" (Vox, WNYC Radio, Center for Public Integrity, The Gothamist)
As climate change heightens the risk of flooding, the cost of insuring homes against rising waters is also increasing, exacerbating housing inequality in some of America's most vulnerable communities. This story was part of a multi-newsroom partnership that also aired on WNYC radio.
"The United States of Petroleum" (The Guardian, Center for Public Integrity)
This three-part series explored a century of influence peddling and misinformation campaigns waged by one of America's oldest and largest lobbying forces. Stories were published in multiple outlets and was a finalist for the Livingston Award.
"Eight years after Deepwater Horizon, is another disaster waiting to happen?" (NPR, Center for Public Integrity)
Offshore drilling remains one of the most hazardous lines of work despite years of reform in the wake of the Deepwater Horizon disaster.
"Oil’s pipeline to America’s schools" (NPR, The Guardian, Center for Public Integrity)
For decades, oil and gas interests have built their presence in American classrooms by creating, funding and distributing curricula for K-12 students to ensure positive outlooks about fossil fuels. This story was adapted by several outlets including a satirical comedy program.
"Blowout: Inside America's Energy Gamble" (Center for Public Integrity, The Associated Press, The Texas Tribune, Newsy)
This joint collaboration untangling America's transformation as a global energy exporter included a series of stories and a full-length feature documentary streaming on Amazon Prime where I appeared on screen.
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