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

Postman Kicks Puppy in the Face as Camera Captures Disturbing Attack

Postman Kicks Puppy in the Face as Camera Captures Disturbing Attack

A Royal Mail postman was caught on doorcam violently kicking a small rescue dog in the face—and the footage is heartbreaking. The one-year-old cockapoo ran toward the man wagging her...

Postman Kicks Puppy in the Face as Camera Captures Disturbing Attack

A Royal Mail postman was caught on doorcam violently kicking a small rescue dog in the face—and the footage is heartbreaking. The one-year-old cockapoo ran toward the man wagging her...

Military Deletes Thousands of Images Honoring Women and Black Veterans

Military Deletes Thousands of Images Honoring Women and Black Veterans

The Pentagon is deleting thousands of photos, videos, and stories featuring women, Black troops, and LGBTQ+ service members — some historic, some recent, all real. Even Medal of Honor recipients...

Military Deletes Thousands of Images Honoring Women and Black Veterans

The Pentagon is deleting thousands of photos, videos, and stories featuring women, Black troops, and LGBTQ+ service members — some historic, some recent, all real. Even Medal of Honor recipients...

Some Veterans, Injured in Combat, Are Being Penalized by Their Own Government

Some Veterans, Injured in Combat, Are Being Penalized by Their Own Government

They fought for this country and came home wounded. Then they lost part of their retirement pay because of a policy that punishes them for leaving the service early—due to...

Some Veterans, Injured in Combat, Are Being Penalized by Their Own Government

They fought for this country and came home wounded. Then they lost part of their retirement pay because of a policy that punishes them for leaving the service early—due to...

Florida Officials Push Deadly Black Bear Hunt That Could Leave Many Cubs Orphaned

Florida Officials Push Deadly Black Bear Hunt That Could Leave Many Cubs Orphaned

Hundreds of Florida’s black bears could be killed this December—and many might be mothers still nursing their cubs. Wildlife officials say it's about “management,” but the science and history tell...

Florida Officials Push Deadly Black Bear Hunt That Could Leave Many Cubs Orphaned

Hundreds of Florida’s black bears could be killed this December—and many might be mothers still nursing their cubs. Wildlife officials say it's about “management,” but the science and history tell...

Ancient Marine Reptile Unearthed With Bizarre Bones and Killer Teeth

Ancient Marine Reptile Unearthed With Bizarre Bones and Killer Teeth

It was first discovered in 1988, but only now has science uncovered what it truly was—a long-necked, 40-foot marine predator with a bite strong enough to crush ammonites.

Ancient Marine Reptile Unearthed With Bizarre Bones and Killer Teeth

It was first discovered in 1988, but only now has science uncovered what it truly was—a long-necked, 40-foot marine predator with a bite strong enough to crush ammonites.

Two Endangered Right Whales Make Stunning 2,700-Mile Journey Together

Two Endangered Right Whales Make Stunning 2,700-Mile Journey Together

They swam over 2,700 miles. They entered waters no right whale had been seen in before. Koala and Curlew—two of only 372 North Atlantic right whales alive—just pulled off the...

Two Endangered Right Whales Make Stunning 2,700-Mile Journey Together

They swam over 2,700 miles. They entered waters no right whale had been seen in before. Koala and Curlew—two of only 372 North Atlantic right whales alive—just pulled off the...