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Trump's infrastructure czar steps down
April 3, 2018

Trump's infrastructure czar steps down

The departure of DJ Gribbin is the latest sign that the president's plan is going nowhere fast.

Words and deeds out of alignment for potential Cabinet appointment and Fox News personality
March 27, 2018

Words and deeds out of alignment for potential Cabinet appointment and Fox News personality

Pete Hegseth, a decorated Army veteran thought to be considered to run Veteran's Affairs, portrays himself as a defender of traditional family values despite extramarital affairs with co-workers and divorces.

More than half of Trump's 20-person Cabinet has engaged in questionable or unethical conduct
February 16, 2018

More than half of Trump's 20-person Cabinet has engaged in questionable or unethical conduct

Ethics experts are alarmed at the drumbeat of revelations about travel, business holdings and investments, warning that public trust and reliable government are at risk. A former ethics official asks: "If the boss doesn't care, why should you, then?"

Minneapolis increases psychological testing for police officers
January 31, 2018

Minneapolis increases psychological testing for police officers

The city's police department has hired a new psychologist to improve the way it screens recruits after an APM Reports investigation revealed that its procedures didn't meet national standards.

Some states training police to use words, not guns
December 20, 2017

Some states training police to use words, not guns

A follow up to an APM Reports investigation finds that five additional states have mandated de-escalation training for officers, bringing the total to only 21.

More families sue Mesabi Academy owner
December 19, 2017

More families sue Mesabi Academy owner

Eight former residents have joined litigation alleging abuse and neglect at the Minnesota youth facility.

Minneapolis police recruits get less psychological testing than they used to
December 14, 2017

Minneapolis police recruits get less psychological testing than they used to

The protocol is less rigorous than best practices nationally and the evaluator lacked the proper license. Police leaders are moving to replace him for another reason: They believe he screened out too many minority candidates.

Criticized for ship holdings, Ross owns more than previously known and the deals continue
November 8, 2017

Criticized for ship holdings, Ross owns more than previously known and the deals continue

Most of the 75 ships transport oil and gas products worldwide, presenting a conflict of interest for the commerce secretary as he negotiates trade deals. Records show 11 purchases since March. Ross has come under fire for not disclosing Russia-tied ship business and a U.S. senator wants an investigation.

Top Wilbur Ross aide played a role in trade deal while on the board of shipping firm tied to Russia
November 6, 2017

Top Wilbur Ross aide played a role in trade deal while on the board of shipping firm tied to Russia

The agreement with China will increase U.S. exports of liquid natural gas. Navigator Holdings, which could gain from increased drilling, has a business partnership with a Russian-owned firm and is partially owned by Ross via an offshore investment fund. For dealmaker Wendy Teramoto — Ross' chief of staff and Navigator board member at the time — it raises a conflict of interest.

October 24, 2017

States' laws to support dyslexic children mostly lack funding, accountability, training mandates

A recent APM Reports documentary showed how schools aren't adequately complying with a decades-old federal law but new state laws are failing to help struggling readers, too.

On infrastructure, now what? Trump's turn away from public-private model brings uncertainty
October 5, 2017

On infrastructure, now what? Trump's turn away from public-private model brings uncertainty

With private money at a record level and projects ready to go, the president decides the partnerships are "more trouble than they're worth," leaving states to make their own deals with investors and to hope for federal funding.

Elaine Chao, champion of Trump's infrastructure plan, chose to keep stock in a building company
September 29, 2017

Elaine Chao, champion of Trump's infrastructure plan, chose to keep stock in a building company

After she was confirmed, the transportation secretary resigned from the board of Vulcan Materials but held on to deferred stock awards worth $300,000, an amount that could grow if Chao helps push an infrastructure bill through Congress.

In Ohio, parents demand change for dyslexic kids
September 11, 2017

In Ohio, parents demand change for dyslexic kids

The school district needed a new approach. The teachers needed training.

What is dyslexia? An interview with neuroscientist Guinevere Eden
September 11, 2017

What is dyslexia? An interview with neuroscientist Guinevere Eden

Guinevere Eden directs the Center for the Study of Learning at Georgetown University Medical Center. In this interview with APM Reports correspondent Emily Hanford, she explains what scientists are learning about what happens in the brain when a child learns to read — and what's different in the brain of someone with dyslexia.

College dreamers in Trump's America
September 11, 2017

College dreamers in Trump's America

President Trump is ending a program that allowed some young, undocumented immigrants to stay and work in the United States. For some, that may mean the end of a dream of going to college. APM Reports tells the stories of young immigrants fighting for a piece of the American Dream and examines the historical events that brought us to this moment.

History shows slavery helped build many U.S. colleges and universities
September 4, 2017

History shows slavery helped build many U.S. colleges and universities

As more schools begin to confront their participation in slavery, they also consider how to make amends.

Schools in poor, rural districts are the hardest hit by nation's growing teacher shortage
August 28, 2017

Schools in poor, rural districts are the hardest hit by nation's growing teacher shortage

As in many parts of the country, remote McDowell County in West Virginia is having a hard time finding and keeping teachers. Vacancies are often filled by substitutes unqualified for the roles they must assume, and the isolated location deters many new hires.

A fellowship of the few: Black male teachers in America's classrooms are in short supply
August 28, 2017

A fellowship of the few: Black male teachers in America's classrooms are in short supply

Only 2 percent of the nation's teachers are black men. Increasing their numbers would benefit students of all backgrounds. In Philadelphia, a group forms to double the number by 2025.

Why are there so few black male teachers?
August 28, 2017

Why are there so few black male teachers?

Only 2 percent of teachers in American public schools are black men. Why so few? Here's what the data show.

A Supreme Court case 35 years ago yields a supply of emboldened DACA students today
August 21, 2017

A Supreme Court case 35 years ago yields a supply of emboldened DACA students today

Four immigrant families sued the Tyler, Texas school district in 1977 after their children were kicked out and required to pay for a public education. Five years later the court ruled in favor of the families, citing equal protection. It allowed generations of undocumented children to learn next to American-born peers and have a fair chance in life, say experts. And their journeys contributed to a presidential order in 2012 that protected undocumented immigrants from deportation and allowed them to work.

Trump's desire for private infrastructure money will narrow his choices to mostly urban projects
July 19, 2017

Trump's desire for private infrastructure money will narrow his choices to mostly urban projects

Rural America, which supported Trump in the election, could be left out of water and road building investment as states and the president leverage private investment. Trump's plan offers little detail on federal spending and timing. Adding to the uncertainty, a presidential adviser has indicated that states should help themselves.

More than 500 infrastructure projects are pitched to Trump, who will favor private money and speed
May 11, 2017

More than 500 infrastructure projects are pitched to Trump, who will favor private money and speed

States, unions, presidential advisers and consultants flood the White House with proposals. The president's pledge to cut regulations and his condition for funding — "If you have a job that you can't start within 90 days ... it doesn't help us" — risks leaving critical construction and repair behind.

Most states neglect ordering police to learn de-escalation tactics to avoid shootings
May 5, 2017

Most states neglect ordering police to learn de-escalation tactics to avoid shootings

In 34 states, training decisions are left to local agencies. Most, though, conduct no, or very little, de-escalation training. Chiefs cite cost, lack of staff, and a belief that the training isn't needed.

Three case studies: When police untrained in de-escalation shoot unarmed people
May 5, 2017

Three case studies: When police untrained in de-escalation shoot unarmed people

A review of 31 cases shows more than half of officers involved had fewer than two hours of training past five years.

Sanner retires suddenly; Rassier files suit, claiming mistreatment by Sanner and others
April 25, 2017

Sanner retires suddenly; Rassier files suit, claiming mistreatment by Sanner and others

Sanner, who led Wetterling investigation, has not apologized to Rassier, and has said he stands behind his actions as sheriff for 14 years. He hasn't commented on the lawsuit.

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