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Delayed & denied: How Social Security leaves gun violence survivors behind

by SHANNON CHAFFERS, Amsterdam News Staff, Report for America Corps Member   For more than 25 years, Clark James made his living as a truck driver....

When babysitting changed to raising grandchildren, it nixed my plans — but saved (and changed) my life

Terri Shields, founder and executive director of Hazelwood's JADA House International, sits for a portrait on Aug. 15, 2023, at the Spartan Community Center...

U.S. Surgeon General sounds alarm on gun violence, declaring it a top public health crisis

On Tuesday, June 25, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued a groundbreaking advisory, declaring gun violence an "urgent public health crisis."  This declaration comes...

School interventions offer best shot at reducing youth violence

Children referred to child protective services are more likely to be victims of violence.ER Productions Limited/DigitalVision via Getty Images by Laura Voith, Case Western Reserve...

Mexico celebrates election of first woman president

Mexico’s first woman president elect, Claudia Sheinbaum, thanks her constituents for trusting her and helping her break through yet another glass ceiling. Credit: AP...

Why do people hate people?

Protests are one way people speak up on behalf of a specific group. FG Trade/E+ via Getty Images by Kristine Hoover, Gonzaga University and Yolanda...

Take Charge of Your Health Today. Be Informed. Be Involved…Gun Violence

CARLOS T. CARTER  We continue to mourn the loss of the many individuals we have lost to gun violence. Everyone has been impacted in some...

4 practical steps to protect Black youth from gun violence

Say no to guns. Adobe Stock Photo Gun violence is a complicated issue in our country. However, some facts are straightforward: Exposure to gun violence...

Creating a mental health framework for individuals and communities hurt by gun violence

Gun violence is a public health crisis that deeply impacts the wellbeing of people and their communities. In Pittsburgh, no group is more affected...

Healthy Village Learning Institute uses African-centered process to transform participants’ lives

Located in McKeesport, the Healthy Village Learning Institute is a community organization where people can participate in culturally-aligned programs and services. The village focuses on...

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