Rob Gunther appears in the following:
San Diego Struggles to Address Severe Hepatitis A Outbreak
Thursday, September 14, 2017
For the past year, San Diego has been in the midst of a major Hepatitis A outbreak. The city has responded with a street washing program, but more cases are expected to be reported.
A Scholar Looks at History to Chart a New Narrative on Natural Disasters
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Natural disasters have always been perceived through a unique historical lens. A professor argues that history can help us take a broader view of our relationship to catastrophe.
NYC Fights Poverty and Stigma With Free School Lunches for All
Friday, September 08, 2017
New York City public schools announced this week that all students will receive free lunch. Could this program serve as a model for schools around the country?
FEMA is Stretched to the Limits
Thursday, September 07, 2017
Facing back-to-back hurricanes in the east and south, and massive wildfires in the west, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is addressing multiple disasters.
Mueller's Team Forges New Alliances in Trump Investigation
Thursday, September 07, 2017
While most of the country is watching coverage of hurricanes, potentially the biggest story in Washington still churns in the background.
Making Sense of Uncertainty: What DACA Recipients Need to Know
Wednesday, September 06, 2017
With the Trump Administration's reversal, many DACA recipients are unsure what the future holds. The director at the Center for Immigrants’ Rights Clinic at Penn State Law explains.
Preparing the Workers of Today for the Labor Needs of Tomorrow
Monday, September 04, 2017
In this special Labor Day episode, explore the economy, and how more Americans can find new pathways to the middle class.
Want to Reach the Middle Class? Robert Reich Has Some Advice
Friday, September 01, 2017
Former Secretary of Labor Robert Reich talks about possible alternative routes for people to gain entry to America's middle class.
Food Shortages Hit Houston as Stores Struggle to Restock
Thursday, August 31, 2017
The ongoing flooding in Houston has presented an enormous obstacle for delivery trucks trying to restock marooned grocery stores.
Deadline Looms in Texas Over Sanctuary City Law
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
A Texas law signed in May would undercut the abilities of "sanctuary cities" to protect undocumented immigrants. A federal judge has until Friday to grant an injunction.
Program Aims to Empower Disconnected Youth in Rural Communities
Wednesday, August 23, 2017
YouthBuild North Central is a West Virginia non-profit that seeks to engage young people in three rural West Virginia counties.
Philly School Gives Students a Second Chance to Earn a Diploma
Tuesday, August 22, 2017
At YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School, a committed staff reveals the potential of the city's youth.
Divers Find Sailors' Remains in Search of U.S. Navy Ship
Tuesday, August 22, 2017
Early Monday morning, the U.S.S. John S. McCain collided with a merchant ship off the coast of Singapore. On Tuesday, divers found the remains of the missing American sailors.
YouthBuild USA: On a Mission to Engage Opportunity Youth
Monday, August 21, 2017
One out of every eight young people in America are both out of school and unemployed. YouthBuild USA wants to bring them back into the fold.
Burmese Rohingyas Persecuted in Growing Humanitarian Crisis
Friday, August 18, 2017
In an increasingly democratic Myanmar, growing numbers of Rohingya Muslims are still being forced to flee their country.
Murderous Philippine Anti-Drug Campaign Shows Signs of Spreading to Indonesia
Thursday, August 17, 2017
Last month, Indonesian President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo told his national police to ramp up their efforts to combat drug dealers. "Gun them down," he said, "Give them no mercy."
Federal Lawsuit in Arizona Puts Spotlight on Guest Workers
Thursday, August 17, 2017
The Department of Labor is suing an Arizona farm for withholding pay from its foreign guest workers, and making them live in horrific conditions.
In Colombia, Deforestation Grows as FARC Leaves The Amazon Rain Forest
Monday, July 17, 2017
As the FARC reintegrates into Colombian society, various actors are filling the vacuum in the areas the insurgency controlled for 52 years. One effect is massive deforestation.
In Kentucky, Competing Narratives Complicate Healthcare Debate
Friday, July 14, 2017
Republicans point to Kentucky as an example of Obamacare's failure. Yet, the numbers show a different story.
Misogyny, Sexism Debate Reaches Trump Golf Course Ahead of Women's U.S. Open
Thursday, July 13, 2017
In light of the president's behavior towards women, activists say it's time to boycott the Women's U.S. Open at a Trump golf course. But some players aren't convinced.