Women who are pregnant when sent to jail have to deal with a healthcare system that frequently neglects and abuses patients. The Prison Policy Initiative did a survey in 2021 of the 50 states’ healthcare policies. The survey found that incarceration centers fail to meet even basic standards of care for expectant mothers, like providing screening and treatment for high-risk pregnancies. Reporter Macy Berendsen argues incarcerated mothers should not be forgotten about.
OPINION: Gender reveal parties incorrectly label a child
Gender reveal parties have become increasingly common and extravagant. Opinions editor Maddie Peters argues gender reveal parties can potentially limit a child’s ability to determine who they really are.
OPINIONS: Participation trophies should not be given out in all award-winning activities
Participation trophies are rooted in the idea that “everyone is a winner.” Columnist Maddie Peters argues that society should teach kids how to bounce back after failure and to realize they will not always be the best at something.
Professor helps development of Disney app
St. Thomas professor AnnMarie Thomas is one of the advisers for Disney’s new Imagicademy app, which allows pre-school children to play games to learn essential skills.
Enterovirus D68 spreads to Minnesota
The Minnesota Department of Health and the University of Minnesota have confirmed 12 cases of enterovirus D68 in the state.
Sights, smells of holding cells for immigrant kids
The surge in immigrant minors, mostly from Central America, has overwhelmed the U.S. government.
Love Your Melon celebrates first anniversary
Love Your Melon founders Brian Keller and Zach Quinn hosted a one-year anniversary celebration on the John P. Monahan Plaza Tuesday.
Professor designs Play-Doh electric circuits
Engineering professor Annemarie Thomas found the two present an interactive way for children and students to learn about electricity with Play-Doh.