Affordability is leading voters’ concerns heading into the midterms. But Democrats are still embracing abortion as a top issue in some state Supreme Court and downballot races.
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What It’s Like to Go Through Perimenopause and Menopause in Prison
Limited information and a lack of informed health care providers make this life transition even more difficult for incarcerated people.
Impacted By The Estrogen Patch Shortage? Here Are Your Options
A lot of people are reporting trouble finding estradiol patches used to address perimenopause and menopause symptoms.
‘He Gave Me My Wings’: Jesse Jackson Opened Doors for Black Women in Politics
Jackson, who died Tuesday, worked to diversify the electorate and brought Black women into Democratic politics who ascended to positions of power.
Journalist Georgia Fort Arrested Over Reporting On Anti-ICE Protest
Georgia Fort is the second independent Black journalist arrested by federal agents in connection to coverage of an anti-ICE protest at a church.
ICE Violence Against Women is Increasingly Visible — and Largely Untracked
The killing of Renee Nicole Good — and the viral video that followed — underscores the forceful tactics long used against marginalized women.
Civil Rights Activist Claudette Colvin Dies at 86
At 15, Colvin became the first Black person to be arrested for challenging Montgomery’s bus laws. History has largely ignored her bravery.
Women and Children are Being Digitally Undressed on Social Media
X users are asking the platform’s AI chatbot, Grok, to create sexualized images before new legal protections take effect.
This Single Mom is Squeezed by LA’s Cost of Living. Now She’s Running For Mayor
Progressive housing advocate Rae Huang is challenging Karen Bass for Los Angeles mayor, promising free transit and social housing.
She Reimagined Dolls For Her Daughter — and Defied Stereotypes About Indigenous Women
In her “First American Doll” series, Indigenous photographer Cara Romero showcases the diversity of tribes and their unique regalia and cultural histories.
Rest and Resistance are Intertwined. Rosa Parks Understood That
In her later years, Parks practiced yoga as a way to support her body and mind — reflecting a broader lineage of Black women grounding their organizing in rest.
Older Women Once Trusted Social Security. Now They Aren’t So Sure
Diminished confidence in government institutions under President Trump and fears about the economy at large could explain the shift, experts say.
These Women are Among the Top 5 Most Banned Authors in Schools
From horror to manga, PEN America reports thousands of books are being pulled from school shelves, with three southern states leading the pack.
Why Your Favorite Etsy Treasures Could Soon Cost More — or Go Away Entirely
Women who turned to Etsy to build their small businesses are facing the prospect of closing or downsizing because of tariffs.
New Mexico Will Be the First State to Make Child Care Free
The program, which will start in November and is expected to save families $12,000 per child annually, is available to all residents regardless of income.