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Postindustrial is a standalone multimedia platform focused on journalism. It shines a light on areas that were once industrial powerhouses and explores their transformation for today's world. In some of these Postindustrial communities, there are successful initiatives that showcase innovative ideas and a drive for renewal. However, many others face challenges, leading to a growing socioeconomic divide that is becoming increasingly common in the U.S. and globally.

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Arson at governor's mansion raises concerns about the future of American Democracy

2 days ago | postindustrial.com | Carmen Gentile

The recent torching of the Pennsylvania governor’s home has lawmakers concerned that more than just a mansion and the First Family are in danger. Additional details about the arsonist who torched the home of Pennsylvnia’s Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro continue to emerge. The suspect, 38-year-old Cody Balmer, a mechanic from Harrisburg whose family says he has a history of mental illness, made a 911 call shortly after starting the blaze and confessed to igniting it.
Governor’s mansion arson suspect cited Shapiro’s positions on Israel-Palestine conflict, police say

6 days ago | postindustrial.com | Carmen Gentile

Gov. Josh Shapiro flatly condemned political violence without commenting on the motives of the man accused of firebombing his official residence, after court documents revealed 38-year-old Cody Balmer made a reference to Palestine in a call to authorities after the attack. “I know there are people out there who want to adopt their own political viewpoints or their own world views to what happened and why.
ENOUGH! Protesters across Postindustrial America denounce Trump & Musk

2 weeks ago | postindustrial.com | Carmen Gentile

In cities and small towns across our region, demonstrators voiced their discontent with their efforts to undermine democracy and infringe on our freedoms. Hundreds of thousands of Americans let Trump and Musk know they’ve had enough. Protesters from all corners of Postindustrial America took to the streets to express their discontent with the duo’s penchant for anti-Democratic policies, the firing of thousands of federal employees, rollbacks of environmental protections, and much more.
Tennessee Senate OKs bill to hold charities liable for aiding immigrants who later commit crimes

2 weeks ago | postindustrial.com | Anita Wadhwani

The Tennessee Senate approved legislation that could subject churches and charitable organizations to lawsuits if they provide housing aid to immigrants without legal status who go on to commit a crime. The bill (SB227/HB11) by Sen. Brent Taylor of Memphis and Rep. Rusty Grills of Newbern has drawn pushback from some faith leaders who contend it is a violation of their religious freedom and their faith-based mission to care for the stranger, and all those in need.
After weeks of demand, Pennsylvania Republican Congressman Scott Perry holds a town hall - over the phone

2 weeks ago | postindustrial.com | Ian Karbal

As Republicans face increasingly critical crowds in town halls or avoid them altogether, Pennsylvania GOP Rep. Scott Perry held a telephone town hall to answer constituents’ questions. Perry’s event came a week after a Democratic state Senate candidate won a special election in a Trump+15 District in Lancaster County, not far from his own congressional district. And earlier this week, a liberal candidate for Wisconsin’s state Supreme Court beat a conservative opponent.
ANALYSIS: Trump & Musk's efforts to reshape Wisconsin's highest court falls flat

3 weeks ago | postindustrial.com | Carmen Gentile

Despite Musk and Republicans spending tens of millions of dollars on a MAGA candidate for Wisconsin’s Supreme Court, the Democrat prevailed in a race that will prove consequential for years to come in the Badger State. At a packed union hall turned victory stage, newly elected Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Judge Susan Crawford stepped up to the microphone, a humble smile beneath steady eyes.
University of Alabama student detained by ICE moved to Louisiana

3 weeks ago | postindustrial.com | Alander Rocha

Federal immigration officials have moved an University of Alabama graduate student to an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility in Jena, Louisiana. An attorney for Alireza Doroudi confirmed his whereabouts after the ICE detainee locator listed where he was detained. For several days, the detainee locator only stated he was “in ICE custody” but did not list any location. The facility in Jena is holding several international students targeted by federal authorities.
Former Ohio U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown launches Dignity of Work Institute

4 weeks ago | postindustrial.com | Nick Evans

In the wake of a bruising 2024 election, Democrats are looking to define their party’s identity and former Ohio U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown is offering a familiar answer. With the launch of his Dignity of Work Institute, Brown is making the case for a politics focused on the cost of living for working class voters. “We see what’s happened over the last 40 years,” Brown said in a press conference Monday.
Kentucky educators push back on Trump administration’s threats to cut education funding

1 month ago | postindustrial.com | McKenna Horsley

Kentucky educators are not only wary of possible funding cuts under the Trump administration but also of dismantling the U.S. Department of Education altogether. Hours after members of the Kentucky Education Association (KEA) voiced opposition to federal education cuts, Democratic Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman spoke alongside two Kentucky mothers who fear their children could lose vital school services if the federal department is dismantled.
Tennessee Department of Health bars employees from using preferred pronouns

1 month ago | postindustrial.com | Anita Wadhwani

The Tennessee Department of Health has banned the use of preferred pronouns in staff emails, mirroring similar directives issued by federal agencies in response to orders issued by the Trump Administration. The ban on the use of preferred pronouns is reflected in a “communication policy branding standards” March 5 policy update.