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All Stories A mother holding her child. Here's what happens when neighbors help neighbors

The innovation that’s improving family well-being

 A woman talking about her job with Mike Rowe. Mike Rowe explores work opportunities for the autism community

The trades need workers — and there are people with autism ready to step in.

 A teacher and student inside Creative Minds Microschool. Microschools are transforming education. But there’s more to it.

This expert has visited hundreds of schools. Here she shares insights for parents about microschools.

 Mike Rowe embracing Lenzy Phillips after gifting her a car. Mike Rowe is celebrating quiet heroes — you won’t believe the stories

What exactly is care-sharing? Think Uber, but for delivering support to families in need.

 Overlooking Earth from space. Breaking the gridlock: Rethinking policy for energy abundance

Government could get in the way of the electricity that AI needs.

 Two energy industry workers pointing at a power line. Powering tomorrow: How technology is changing the energy landscape

What sort of energy will supply surging computing needs?

 A smiling mother looking through the window at her children. How focusing on young moms’ potential can transform communities

1.5 million children are raised by single mothers under 30. This is what investing in them could look like.

 Stand Together founder Charles Koch sitting in a chair Cato Institute honors Charles Koch with 2025 Milton Friedman Prize for Advancing Liberty

Philanthropist and business leader honored for transformative contributions to individual freedom and societal progress

 Group of people standing on a bridge holding a banner. Photos of a movement: Realizing the Dream together

A new initiative honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy by calling all citizens to service.

 Group standing in front of Khan Academy. Education, reinvented: What happens when AI becomes the tutor

Sal Khan on the promise — and limits — of AI in the classroom.

 Cafe Momentum pamphlet This restaurant gives youth hope after the justice system

Café Momentum Atlanta serves 5-star food and a path out of the juvenile justice system.

 Hugs Cafe employee holding a sandwich. Employees with disabilities want the same respect everyone deserves

People with disabilities want meaningful work — and Hugs Cafe is making it happen.
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