Advocacy

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Wakulla County veterans protesting outside their local services office against a proposed closure, holding signs and showing solidarity.

Wakulla County veterans protest plan to close services office

Veterans in Wakulla County are mobilizing against a plan that could shut down their local Veterans Services Office, jeopardizing direct access to critical support.

Marco Alvarez·September 18, 2026

An empty, dimly lit independent restaurant interior with rain on the window, symbolizing resilience after a disaster.

Food & Drink

Independent Restaurants Need More Than Philanthropy to Survive.

This year, the IRC and Chase Disaster Relief Fund will award $3 million in grants to independently owned restaurants recovering from natural disasters.

Sophie Nguyen·August 15, 2026

A large, joyful crowd celebrating at a Pride parade in New York City, with rainbow flags and banners, symbolizing LGBTQ+ unity and resilience.

Events

Pride Parades Show LGBTQ+ Unity Despite Attacks

More than a million people celebrated at New York City's Pride March on Sunday afternoon.

Sophie Nguyen·June 29, 2026

Hundreds of cyclists participate in the silent Ride of Silence through Chicago, advocating for safety and justice on city streets.

Best in City

Chicago cyclists' silent ride demands safety, justice

On Wednesday, May 20, 2026, hundreds of cyclists rode silently through Chicago.

Hannah Pierce·May 22, 2026