Elevating Local Stories With Pocket and the American Journalism Project

Meet the creatives and activists bringing new forms of joy, support, and justice to their cities.

The cops and the courts are meant to protect. But in communities from Baton Rouge to Buffalo, civilians are calling foul on the system, and holding those in power accountable for failing the communities they serve.

From the “gayest city council in America” to the relentless joy of queer prom, activists are showing that even local actions can spur major change.

Across the country, nimble entrepreneurs and activists are turning out brilliant new twists on everything from neighborhood watch to graffiti to sewing circles. Here’s how they’re making it happen.

Every city is grappling with the effects of extreme heat, but not every community is feeling the effects in the same way.

From investing in inter-generational mentorships to leveraging joy to boost test scores, schools are finding new ways to better serve their students—and communities.

Explore the art and culture making waves throughout the local communities they’re steeped in.

Discover great reporting on topics ranging from digital redlining in the South to the “delivery deserts” of Wyoming.