Matthew Russell

Matthew Russell

Matthew Russell is a West Michigan native and with a background in journalism, data analysis, cartography and design thinking. He likes to learn new things and solve old problems whenever possible, and enjoys bicycling, spending time with his daughters, and coffee.

Articles by Matthew Russell

Child Poverty Set to Surge Unless Lawmakers Act on Expanding Vital Tax Relief

Child Poverty Set to Surge Unless Lawmakers Act...

The future of millions of American families hangs in the balance as Congress debates the expansion of the Child Tax Credit.

Child Poverty Set to Surge Unless Lawmakers Act...

The future of millions of American families hangs in the balance as Congress debates the expansion of the Child Tax Credit.

Traffickers Destroy Fragile Ecosystems by Selling Rare Plants on eBay

Traffickers Destroy Fragile Ecosystems by Selli...

The illegal trade of endangered plants is thriving online, with platforms like eBay hosting sellers of poached species.

Traffickers Destroy Fragile Ecosystems by Selli...

The illegal trade of endangered plants is thriving online, with platforms like eBay hosting sellers of poached species.

Hawaii Fights to Stop Octopus Farming and Protect Marine Life From Cruelty

Hawaii Fights to Stop Octopus Farming and Prote...

As animal advocates and lawmakers clash over a potential octopus farming ban, lives hang in the balance.

Hawaii Fights to Stop Octopus Farming and Prote...

As animal advocates and lawmakers clash over a potential octopus farming ban, lives hang in the balance.

Animal Rights Activists Demand End to Barbaric Sheep Riding Events at Manitoba Fair

Animal Rights Activists Demand End to Barbaric ...

Is this harmless fun for kids, or a disturbing display of animal cruelty?

Animal Rights Activists Demand End to Barbaric ...

Is this harmless fun for kids, or a disturbing display of animal cruelty?

Montana's Last Grayling Faces Extinction as Courts Debate Its Fate

Montana's Last Grayling Faces Extinction as Cou...

Legal battles and environmental threats have pushed this once-thriving species to the brink.

Montana's Last Grayling Faces Extinction as Cou...

Legal battles and environmental threats have pushed this once-thriving species to the brink.

Former Wildlife Board Member Accused of Manipulating Hunts in High-Dollar Baiting Scheme

Former Wildlife Board Member Accused of Manipul...

Charges in this case range from unlawful activity to the destruction of protected wildlife.

Former Wildlife Board Member Accused of Manipul...

Charges in this case range from unlawful activity to the destruction of protected wildlife.