Stories From The States

Indiana election officials have canceled or rejected voter registrations for hundreds of immigrant residents under a proof of citizenship law. Charrie Stambaugh, a U.S. citizen for nearly 30 years, had her registration canceled despite voting regularly. The law resulted in 981 existing voter cancellations and 644 rejected registrations, affecting about 62% of 2,602 processed cases.

Indiana election officials canceled or rejected voter registrations for hundreds of immigrant Hoosiers under a recent proof of citizenship law. Charrie Stambaugh, a U.S. citizen for nearly three decades, had her voter registration canceled despite voting in every election since becoming eligible.

Residents of Tremont Township, Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, express concern over a proposed ICE detention center, citing lack of public input and fears of past exploitation by unwanted industries. The issue is explored in a podcast series 'ICEd Out' by the Pennsylvania Capital-Star, highlighting community resistance and accountability concerns regarding local officials and the Department of Homeland Security.

Indiana election officials have canceled or rejected voter registrations for hundreds of immigrant residents under a proof of citizenship law. Charrie Stambaugh, a U.S. citizen for nearly three decades, had her voter registration canceled despite voting regularly. Over 62% of 2,602 processed individuals were impacted, with 981 existing voters and 644 prospective voters affected.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security plans to convert an old warehouse in Tremont Township, Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, into a 7,500-person ICE detention facility. Residents of the 300-person community are divided, with some viewing the project as a workforce opportunity and others fearing economic and environmental harm.

An investigation by The New Hampshire Bulletin uncovered systemic failures and cases of abuse and neglect in the state’s intellectual and developmental disability care system, which relies on private agencies like Community Bridges. The findings, detailed in a podcast episode, highlight trauma experienced by families and were recognized with a 2026 Livingston Award.

Michael and Dr. Angie Devitt are moving from Idaho due to anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, including trans athlete bans and bathroom bans. The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing Idaho's trans athlete ban, which was the first of its kind in 2020. The family, part of a group of medical providers, cites extreme anti-LGBTQ+ bills as their reason for leaving.

Michael and Dr. Angie Devitt are moving from Idaho due to anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, including trans athlete bans and bathroom restrictions. Idaho lawmakers have passed multiple bills targeting LGBTQ+ rights, prompting the family to leave. The Devitts, advocates for LGBTQ+ rights, discuss their decision in a podcast episode.