Comprehending the numbers of people who protested in January’s historic Women’s March is difficult to understand just by the numbers. That’s where Legos come in.
Visualizing the Women’s March with Legos Read More »
We visualized the number of protesters at five major airports, following President Trump’s immigration ban executive order.
Thousands protest President Trump’s executive order at major airports Read More »
In fiscal year 2016, the U.S. admitted 84,995 refugees – the highest number since the turn of the century. According to Pew Research analysis, only 10 states resettled the majority of refugees. Six of those states voted Republican in the 2016 presidential election.
These are the top states to resettle refugees by political party, as told by Legos Read More »
This video uses LEGOs to show the international countries where the most protesters turned out, during global marches for women’s rights on Jan. 21.
The women’s protests: marching from afar Read More »
Millions around the country marched in support of women’s rights and equality last weekend, some carrying signs on which they criticized new President Donald Trump and his administration.
Millions around the country march for equality, women’s rights Read More »
Uber, Lyft and other ride-share providers in California aren’t required to obtain business licenses for their drivers.
Bay Area taxicab drivers remain frustrated by uneven playing field with Uber, Lyft Read More »
Tiny houses are gaining popularity as a way to own a home in the Bay Area’s exorbitant housing market, but there are no California laws defining and regulating them, a situation which has left construction of the units in a murky legal situation.
Tiny houses rise as an economical option but face legal barriers Read More »
Meet Regina. Hers is just one story from the estimated 6,700-plus homeless San Franciscans, many of whom struggle to navigate a complex network of services that offers a limited amount of long-term housing.
San Francisco looks for ways to fund supportive housing for homeless Read More »
This season, for the first time, Mavericks will hold a women’s heat, a milestone for women who have long sought acceptance within the sport.
Women to make history surfing big-wave contest, but struggles for equality remain Read More »
The psychiatric emergency response team — known as PERT — consists of a sheriff and a social worker, working together to help a mentally ill individual, who has come to the attention of law enforcement.
Police, social workers team up for psychiatric emergencies in San Mateo County Read More »
In November, San Franciscans voted “Yes” on Proposition X, a measure that changes zoning laws and makes it harder for new housing and office construction to displace art spaces.
San Francisco’s Proposition X preserves arts spaces Read More »
California cannabis businesses that grow, manufacture, transport or sell marijuana products must obtain both a city and state license, while dealing with the difficulty of being in an industry that still remains federally illegal.
Marijuana apps – not plants – taking off while legal uncertainty persists Read More »
