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May 24, 2023 at 1:12 PM

In the “Wild West” of outpatient vascular care, doctors can reap huge payments as patients risk life and limb

The Big Story A boom that is making doctors rich and putting patients in danger. Donate The Big Story Wed. May 24, 2023 In the “Wild West” of Outpatient Vascular Care, Doctors Can Reap Huge …

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May 22, 2023 at 12:52 PM

The scientist and the bats

The Big Story Funders thought watching bats wasn’t important. Then she helped solve the mystery of a deadly virus. Donate The Big Story Mon. May 22, 2023 The Scientist and the Bats Fun…

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May 18, 2023 at 11:59 AM

The newest college admissions ploy: paying to make your teen a “peer-reviewed” author

The Big Story A group of services, often connected to pricey college counselors, has arisen to help high schoolers carry out and publish research as a credential for their college applications. Donate The Big Story Thu. May 18, 2023 …

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May 15, 2023 at 4:08 PM

Five stories of lives upended after dealing with the “We Buy Ugly Houses” company

The Big Story ProPublica found that HomeVestors franchises often target the homes of people in vulnerable or desperate situations. Donate The Big Story Mon. May 15, 2023 Five Stories of Live…

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May 11, 2023 at 12:20 PM

The ugly truth behind “We Buy Ugly Houses”

The Big Story HomeVestors of America, the self-proclaimed “largest homebuyer in the U.S.,” trains its nearly 1,150 franchisees to zero in on homeowners’ desperation. Donate The Big Story Thu. May 11, 2023 …

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May 8, 2023 at 9:03 PM

Our “Stillbirths” series is a finalist for a Pulitzer Prize

2023-05-08 - dev_pulitzerfinalist_5-8-23 …in explanatory reporting Donate Hi Reader, ProPublica learned today that one of our ongoing investigations that began last year, “Stillbirths” by reporter Duaa Eldeib, was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize…

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May 8, 2023 at 1:09 PM

A former NFL player persuaded politicians that his child ID kits help find missing kids

The Big Story There’s no evidence they do. Donate The Big Story Mon. May 8, 2023 A Former NFL Player Persuaded Politicians That His Child ID Kits Help Find Missing Kids. There’s No Evidence …

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May 5, 2023 at 12:35 PM

How Rep. James Clyburn protected his district at a cost to Black Democrats

The Big Story Facing the possibility of an unsafe district, South Carolina’s most powerful Democrat sent his aide to consult with the GOP on a redistricting plan that diluted Black voting strength and harmed his party’s chances of gaining seats in Congress. Donate …

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May 4, 2023 at 6:07 PM

Our latest on Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas

2023-05-04 - Dev_AdHoc_5-4-23 Support nonprofit journalism today Hi Reader, Today, we published the latest in our investigative series about Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas: Billionaire Harlan Crow paid the private school tuition of a Thomas fami…

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May 4, 2023 at 12:29 PM

Clarence Thomas had a child in private school. Harlan Crow paid the tuition.

The Big Story “This is way outside the norm,” said a former White House ethics lawyer. Donate The Big Story Thu. May 4, 2023 Clarence Thomas Had a Child in Private School. Harlan Crow Paid t…

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May 3, 2023 at 1:01 PM

The journey of a humble tire reveals why prices are still so high

The Big Story From a rubber plantation in Southeast Asia to a repair shop in Mississippi, the story of a tire highlights the turmoil of the post-pandemic economy and its uncertain future. Donate The Big Story Wed. May 3, 2023 …

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April 29, 2023 at 12:02 PM

This pharmacist said prisoners wouldn’t feel pain during lethal injection

The Big Story Then some shook and gasped for air. Donate The Big Story Sat. Apr 29, 2023 This Pharmacist Said Prisoners Wouldn’t Feel Pain During Lethal Injection. Then Some Shook and Gasped…

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April 28, 2023 at 1:30 PM

How South Carolina ended up with an all-male Supreme Court as new abortion legislation looms

The Big Story An abortion ban struck down. The lone female justice retiring. And a majority-male legislature rallying behind the one male candidate to replace her. Donate The Big Story Fri. Apr 28, 2023 …

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April 26, 2023 at 4:52 PM

As rail profits soar, blocked crossings force kids to crawl under trains to get to school

The Big Story Ambulances and fire trucks can’t get through. The problem has existed for decades. But it’s getting worse. Donate The Big Story Wed. Apr 26, 2023 As Rail Profits Soar, Blocked …

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April 25, 2023 at 12:35 PM

Is the Metropolitan Museum of Art displaying objects that belong to Native American tribes?

The Big Story Only a small percentage of works donated by Charles and Valerie Diker have clear ownership histories. Donate The Big Story Tue. Apr 25, 2023 Is the Metropolitan Museum of Art D…

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April 17, 2023 at 3:36 PM

New York Prosecutors Ignored Tainted Evidence Used Against Spanish-Speaking Drivers for Years

The Big Story Mistranslated DWI warnings used in Westchester County may have pressured some drivers into taking a Breathalyzer test. The district attorney’s office didn’t investigate for three years. Donate The Big Story Mon. Apr 17, 20…

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April 14, 2023 at 10:17 AM

Support fearless, independent journalism

2023-04-13 - Dev_AdHoc_4-14-23 And read our latest story about Justice Thomas Hi Reader, Last week, ProPublica published a bombshell story revealing that Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas secretly accepted luxury trips and travel from billionaire R…

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April 13, 2023 at 6:33 PM

Billionaire Harlan Crow Bought Property From Clarence Thomas. The Justice Didn’t Disclose the Deal.

The Big Story The transaction is the first known instance of money flowing from Crow to the Supreme Court justice. The sale netted the GOP megadonor two vacant lots and the house where Thomas’ mother was living. Donate The Big Story Thu…

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April 10, 2023 at 12:51 PM

The Army increasingly allows soldiers charged with violent crimes to leave the military rather than face trial

The Big Story A federal watchdog called for ending the practice nearly 50 years ago, but the military pushed back. Donate The Big Story Mon. Apr 10, 2023 The Army Increasingly Allows Soldier…

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April 8, 2023 at 11:30 AM

Clarence Thomas defends undisclosed “family trips” with GOP megadonor. Here are the facts.

The Big Story Legal experts maintain the justice was required to make these disclosures. Donate The Big Story Sat. Apr 8, 2023 Clarence Thomas Defends Undisclosed “Family Trips” with GOP Meg…

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April 7, 2023 at 4:21 PM

Re: Today’s bombshell story on Clarence Thomas

2023-04-06 - Dev_AdHoc_4-6-23 Update on yesterday’s story ͏ ‌      ͏ ‌      ͏ ‌      ͏ ‌      ͏ ‌      ͏ ‌      ͏ ‌      ͏ ‌      Hi Reader, I wanted to make sure you have the latest update on yesterday’s story. ICYMI: For decades, Justice Clarence Thomas has s…

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April 6, 2023 at 6:02 PM

Today’s bombshell story on Clarence Thomas

2023-04-06 - Dev_AdHoc_4-6-23 Support independent journalism Support fearless, independent journalism Hi Reader, Today, ProPublica published a bombshell story revealing that Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas secretly accepted luxury t…

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April 6, 2023 at 1:02 PM

Clarence Thomas secretly accepted luxury trips from major GOP donor

The Big Story Island-hopping on a superyacht. Private jet rides around the world. Donate The Big Story Thu. Apr 6, 2023 Clarence Thomas Secretly Accepted Luxury Trips From Major GOP Donor …

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April 3, 2023 at 2:07 PM

The true dangers of long trains

The Big Story “Monster trains” are jumping off of tracks across America and regulators are doing little to curb the risk. Donate The Big Story Mon. Apr 3, 2023 The True Dangers of Long Train…

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March 31, 2023 at 8:01 PM

Final hours of our member drive! ⏱️

2023-03-31 - Dev_Spring23_03.31.23_ACQ_PM Be the last-minute here we need right now! Hi Reader, We are in the final moments of our spring member drive, and I’m asking you to join us before the midnight deadline by making a dona…

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March 31, 2023 at 10:31 AM

Spring member drive ends today

2023-03-30 - Dev_Spring23_03.31.23_ACQ_AM Independent journalism powered by the people Hi Reader, Our spring member drive wraps up tonight, and before the day is over, I hope you’ll dedicate a few minutes and a few dollars to jo…

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March 30, 2023 at 10:51 AM

Spring member drive deadline: tomorrow!

2023-03-29 - Dev_Spring23_03.30.23_ACQ Investigating how Cigna denies coverage Hi Reader, You come to ProPublica because you’re interested in the big stories — the ones that haven’t been told yet because telling them requires a…

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March 29, 2023 at 10:06 AM

Investigating TurboTax for a decade

2023-03-28 - Dev_Spring23_03.29.23_ACQ Spring member drive ends on Friday! Hi Reader, Our spring fundraising campaign ends on Friday, and I am so grateful for the overwhelming show of support we’ve seen over the last week and a…

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March 27, 2023 at 10:31 AM

Journalism that spurs change needs your support

2023-03-24 - Dev_Spring23_03.27.23_ACQ Investigating McKinsey & Co. Hi Reader, In the last week, over 700 individuals have donated to help pay for the critical journalism coming from our newsrooms. The kind of investigative work we do is expensive a…

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March 26, 2023 at 2:01 PM

A scammer who tricks Instagram into banning influencers has never been identified. We think we found him.

The Big Story OBN, a mysterious fraudster, says he made hundreds of thousands of dollars by exploiting Instagram’s security gaps. Donate The Big Story Sun. Mar 19, 2023 A Scammer Who Tricks …

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March 25, 2023 at 12:02 PM

How Cigna saves millions by having its doctors reject claims without reading them

The Big Story Internal documents and former company executives reveal how Cigna doctors reject patients’ claims without opening their files. “We literally click and submit,” one former company doctor said. Donate The Big Story Sat. Mar …

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March 25, 2023 at 11:17 AM

Our stories. Your outrage. Real impact.

2023-03-24 - Dev_Spring23_03.25.23_ACQ Support journalism that shines a light on injustice Hi Reader, Injustice, in one form or another, is the subject of nearly every ProPublica investigation. Here’s why: We’re steadfast in o…

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March 23, 2023 at 10:08 AM

How donation dollars have sparked real-world change

2023-03-22 - Dev_Spring23_03.23.23_ACQ Independent journalism needs your support Hi Reader, Our spring member drive began earlier this week, and I’m so grateful for the response we’ve seen so far from our readers. I hope you’ll …

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March 22, 2023 at 10:46 AM

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March 21, 2023 at 10:02 AM

Making a difference where it’s most needed

2023-03-20 - Dev_Spring23_03.21.23_ACQ Help power one of the largest teams of investigative journalists in the country Hi Reader, It’s no secret that journalism is in financial trouble. Newsrooms across the country are downsizi…

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March 20, 2023 at 2:45 PM

Nepal wants a sacred necklace returned. A major museum still keeps it on display.

The Big Story Questions about the origins and ownership of some Asian artifacts in a key collection at the Art Institute of Chicago have cast doubt on the museum’s commitment to keeping its galleries free of stolen antiquities. Donate The Big St…

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March 20, 2023 at 10:31 AM

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March 19, 2023 at 1:30 PM

This Georgia county spent $1 million to avoid paying for one employee’s gender-affirming care

The Big Story Officials in Houston County, Georgia, said gender-affirming surgery for sheriff’s deputy Anna Lange was too costly. Donate The Big Story Sat. Mar 18, 2023 This Georgia County S…

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March 16, 2023 at 1:00 PM

Wealthy executives make millions trading competitors’ stock with remarkable timing

The Big Story Never-before-seen IRS records show that CEOs are sometimes making multimillion-dollar bets on the stocks of direct competitors and partners — and doing so with exquisite timing. Donate The Big Story Thu. Mar 16, 2023 …

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March 14, 2023 at 6:16 PM

Our 2022 Annual Report

2023-03-14 - Dev_2022-AnnualReport_Tranche1 How our journalism spurred impact Donate Hi Reader, I’m thrilled to share ProPublica’s newly released 2022 Annual Report. The work showcased is striking in its scope — from groundbreaking stories, which r…

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March 14, 2023 at 1:02 PM

Doctors warned her pregnancy could kill her. Then Tennessee outlawed abortion.

The Big Story A mother wanted to end her high-risk pregnancy, but doctors feared prosecution. Donate The Big Story Tue. Mar 14, 2023 Doctors Warned Her Pregnancy Could Kill Her. Then Tenness…

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March 11, 2023 at 1:01 PM

The company testing air in East Palestine homes was hired by Norfolk Southern. Experts say that testing isn’t enough.

The Big Story “It’s almost like if you want to find nothing, you run in and run out,” says one expert. Donate The Big Story Sat. Mar 11, 2023 The Company Testing Air in East Palestine Homes …

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March 10, 2023 at 3:13 PM

New Mexico has lost track of juveniles locked up for life

The Big Story We found nearly two dozen. Donate The Big Story Fri. Mar 10, 2023 New Mexico Has Lost Track of Juveniles Locked Up for Life. We Found Nearly Two Dozen. New legislation wo…

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March 9, 2023 at 1:44 PM

Inside the “private and confidential” conservative group that promises to “crush liberal dominance”

The Big Story Leonard Leo, a key architect of the Supreme Court’s conservative supermajority, is now the chairman of Teneo, a group that aims to influence all aspects of American politics and culture. Donate The Big Story Thu. Mar 9, 20…

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March 7, 2023 at 1:41 PM

They set out to save rainforests — and could help prevent the next outbreak

The Big Story Seeding hope. Donate The Big Story Tue. Mar 7, 2023 Seeding Hope They set out to save rainforests — and stumbled upon a way to help prevent the world’s next deadly pandem…

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March 5, 2023 at 2:30 PM

A top UC Berkeley professor taught with remains that may include dozens of Native Americans

The Big Story Despite decades of Indigenous activism and resistance, UC Berkeley has failed to return the remains of thousands of Native Americans to tribes. Donate The Big Story Sun. Mar 5, 2023 …

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March 1, 2023 at 1:37 PM

How an anti-abortion law firm teamed up with a disgraced attorney to dispute the 2020 election

The Big Story A Catholic-led law firm is sowing doubts about election integrity as part of its long-term strategy to battle abortion rights. Donate The Big Story Wed. Mar 1, 2023 How an Anti…

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February 27, 2023 at 1:20 PM

The next deadly pandemic is just a forest clearing away

The Big Story We're not even trying to prevent it. Donate The Big Story Mon. Feb 27, 2023 On the Edge The next deadly pandemic is just a forest clearing away. But we’re not even trying…

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February 26, 2023 at 2:00 PM

Barricaded siblings turn to TikTok while defying court order to return to father they say abused them

The Big Story A judge concluded the children were victims of “parental alienation,” which continues to influence family courts despite being rejected by mainstream scientific groups. Donate The Big Story Sun. Feb 26, 2023 …

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February 25, 2023 at 1:00 PM

A Christian health nonprofit saddled thousands with debt as it built a family empire

The Big Story Despite a history of fraud, one family has thrived in the regulatory no man’s land of health care sharing ministries. Donate The Big Story Sat. Feb 25, 2023 A Christian Health …

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