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Data-driven journalism covering business, health, education, and the issues shaping our world.
Business
Small Business Growth Surges in Midwest Cities
New data reveals which metropolitan areas are seeing the fastest growth in small business formation.
Health
Healthcare Access Improves in Rural Communities
Telehealth expansion and new clinic openings are bridging the urban-rural healthcare divide.
Education
Community Colleges See Record Enrollment
Rising costs of four-year institutions drive students toward more affordable alternatives.
Environment
Cities Lead the Way in Renewable Energy
Municipal governments are outpacing federal targets for clean energy adoption.
Technology
Tech Hubs Emerge Beyond the Coasts
Remote work is reshaping where tech talent chooses to live and build companies.
Public Safety
Crime Rates Decline in Major Metropolitan Areas
Community policing initiatives show promising results across the nation's largest cities.