Economic Good News

Stories about money and economics being used for good — and good being done for money and economies

Two photos side by side. On the left is a vacant building that was once Winans Performing Arts Academy in Detroit. On the right is a remodeled version of the same building, which will soon open as Anchor Detroit.

These schools once sat vacant. Now, they provide life-changing resources to thousands of low-income families

Here, community members can find afterschool programs, career development, and health and wellness resources.
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An aerial view of a neighborhood full of homes

To combat teacher shortages, this district is building housing for its educators

In an effort to retain its educators, Charlotte schools are planning on building housing and offering below market-rate rentals.
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Four American seventh graders sit at a table, a blue suitcase open before them.

US middle schoolers build 'solar suitcases,' powering 40 refugee schools in Uganda

The students are part of We Share Solar’s education initiative, proving that their learning can power real change.
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A photo collage of Glastonbury Festival, a turtle, a mom holding its baby, a monarch of butterflies, and a truck labeled with 'Bumble Bee Conversation Lab' on the back

Good News This Week: December 14, 2024 - Chefs, Turtles, & Dogs

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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A photo collage of a 3D design of a cancer cell, an offshore solar farm in China, a gray wolf captured on CCTV camera footage, and the storefront of Good Plates Eatery

Good News This Week: November 30, 2024 - Wolves, Plastics, & Thanksgiving

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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Small business storefront with a rainbow, a heart, and an Open sign

18 Ideas to Celebrate Small Business Saturday

Get your reusable tote bags ready! Small Business Saturday takes place on the weekend following Thanksgiving in the United States. Here are some pointers for shopping small this season.
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A photo collage of an underwater shot of coral reefs with a scuba diver in the distance, a kid writing a letter to Santa Claus, a woman holds a protest sign saying 'Migration is a human right', a forest of trees in Denmark, and a session with the President of Colombia inside the Congress of Colombia

Good News This Week: November 23, 2024 - Corals, Books, & Trees

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Hikers on an elevated desert trail In Phoenix area with cactus and mountains in background.

The best (and worst) U.S. cities for getting outside in 2024

Going outside more frequently has the potential to improve health outcomes along with your mental health and quality of life. But where you live impacts how easy and convenient it is to spend time in the great outdoors throughout the year.
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A woman works on her laptop in a dark office.

Australians just won the 'right to disconnect' from work after hours. These US states have considered it too.

Australia joined 12 other countries in setting work boundaries, and parts of the US have proposed it too.
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A church surrounded by trees and a clear sky

Yes In God's Back Yard: Churches across America repurpose land for affordable housing initiatives

Religious congregations are using their land in new ways that reflect their faith by repurposing their property to provide affordable housing.
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An overlooking view of a city

The healthiest cities in America: New rankings reveal the top and bottom contenders

There are so many factors that can influence healthy living and weight loss. Genetics and psychology both play a major role, but so can a person's environment.
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Sen. Bernie Sanders embraces Maine resident

Bernie Sanders' pressure on pharma giants slashes inhaler prices, Maine town hall celebrates

"Wanna know why I've worked for Bernie Sanders for 25 years? Moments like this," said the Vermont senator's staff director after an event focused on lifting up the working class.
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