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  • Phoenix’s light rail project sparks journalism start-up

    The following post was written by Michael Andersen of the Nieman Journalism Lab blog. When Adam Klawonn quit his job at a shrinking major metropolitan newspaper in 2006, he did what so many other journalists have: launched an online news operation that looked a lot like a newspaper’s web site, only with less stuff. On […]

    Grist staff Technology

  • Slideshow: Green dads we heart

    When it comes to eco-parenting, mothers tend to get the spotlight — everything from cultural references (Mother Earth and Mother Nature, anyone?) to marketing blitzes (hello, Big Green Purse!). But there are plenty of fathers out there doing their part for both progeny and planet. We showcase a few of them here, including our own […]

    Grist staff Culture

  • How to get involved in the fight against climate change

    Wondering what you can do? These groups have climate campaigns and info galore — check out their sites, connect with them on social networks, and get involved!   Climate-focused groups   350.org A grassroots group led by author Bill McKibben and born out of the belief that climate change needs a robust social movement behind […]

    Grist staff Climate & Energy

  • The best U.S. transit systems you never knew existed

    When it comes to public transit in the U.S., there are certain predictable all-stars: the Metro in Washington, D.C., is convenient, efficient, and clean. The anthropomorphically nicknamed El and BART in Chicago and San Francisco are legendary. And everyone knows it’s easier to navigate New York City without a car than with one. But what […]

    Grist staff Cities