Truckers and other commercial drivers see a lot while crisscrossing Indiana, which is why they are partnering with law enforcement this week to raise awareness about human trafficking. The partnerships make sense, as more than a million trucks pass through the "Crossroads of America" every day. When the big rigs stop at interstate inspection stations, drivers receive educational handouts about human trafficking. .
Community members will hold a silent vigil outside the Dover office of Rep. Chris Pappas, D-N.H., today in recognition of the people killed in the Israeli-Palestinian war. Organizers said New Hampshire s congressional delegation has ignored constituents calls for an Israeli ceasefire to prevent further civilian casualties, which now total more than 16,000 in Gaza. .
The United States wealth gap is a persistent and complex issue. Financial institutions could help chip away at it. The top 10% of income earners own 69% of the wealth, while the lowest 50% have less than 3%. .
A barbecue in Seattle is bringing the community together and will support events for youth of color in the region. United Way of King County s second annual Community Barbecue is on Saturday at Renton Memorial Stadium. Proceeds will go to after-school programming for the Racial Equity Coalition. .