Matthew Russell

Matthew Russell

Matthew Russell is a West Michigan native and with a background in journalism, data analysis, cartography and design thinking. He likes to learn new things and solve old problems whenever possible, and enjoys bicycling, spending time with his daughters, and coffee.

Articles by Matthew Russell

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Pennsylvania Animals Found In Deplorable Conditions In Illegal Kennels

Pennsylvania authorities removed 62 dogs and 2 cats from a Belle Vernon home in a possible illegal kennel investigation. Earlier surrendered dogs tested positive for parasites, and reports described extreme...

Pennsylvania Animals Found In Deplorable Conditions In Illegal Kennels

Pennsylvania authorities removed 62 dogs and 2 cats from a Belle Vernon home in a possible illegal kennel investigation. Earlier surrendered dogs tested positive for parasites, and reports described extreme...

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A New Veteran Podcast Turns Hard Transitions Into Hard Earned Wisdom

Leaving the military can mean losing structure, community, and a clear mission overnight. RealTOC is trying to meet veterans in that moment, not with lectures, but with real stories from...

A New Veteran Podcast Turns Hard Transitions Into Hard Earned Wisdom

Leaving the military can mean losing structure, community, and a clear mission overnight. RealTOC is trying to meet veterans in that moment, not with lectures, but with real stories from...

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Federal Approval Revives Fears Of Another Gulf Oil Disaster

BP’s Kaskida project would drill in ultra-deep waters of the Gulf of Mexico, where failure could threaten marine life, coastal communities, fishing, and tourism. Environmental groups are suing over the...

Federal Approval Revives Fears Of Another Gulf Oil Disaster

BP’s Kaskida project would drill in ultra-deep waters of the Gulf of Mexico, where failure could threaten marine life, coastal communities, fishing, and tourism. Environmental groups are suing over the...

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EPA Rollback Lets Coal Plants Release More Toxic Pollution

Mercury can harm children’s brain development. Coal- and oil-fired power plants can also release lead, arsenic, nickel, and other toxic pollutants. EPA repealed stronger protections, and health groups are suing....

EPA Rollback Lets Coal Plants Release More Toxic Pollution

Mercury can harm children’s brain development. Coal- and oil-fired power plants can also release lead, arsenic, nickel, and other toxic pollutants. EPA repealed stronger protections, and health groups are suing....

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Woman Accused of Abandoning Dog Behind Skating Rink Faces Charges

A dog named Leno was left behind near Lorain Skate World, then seen chasing after the car that drove away. Security footage showed a white Honda pull behind the skating...

Woman Accused of Abandoning Dog Behind Skating Rink Faces Charges

A dog named Leno was left behind near Lorain Skate World, then seen chasing after the car that drove away. Security footage showed a white Honda pull behind the skating...

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EPA Rules Leave Neighborhoods Near Trash Incinerators Exposed To Toxic Air

Trash incinerators burn waste and release pollution into the air nearby families breathe. EPA finalized new rules, but advocates say the standards are far weaker than the law and modern...

EPA Rules Leave Neighborhoods Near Trash Incinerators Exposed To Toxic Air

Trash incinerators burn waste and release pollution into the air nearby families breathe. EPA finalized new rules, but advocates say the standards are far weaker than the law and modern...

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