Arkansas
Arkansas Just Became the First State to Ban Health Care for Trans Kids
Gov. Asa Hutchinson said earlier this week he’d veto a bill that would deny health care to trans young people, but he’s been overruled.
Even a Republican Governor Thinks Denying Health Care to Trans Kids Is Going Too Far
Gov. Asa Hutchinson of Arkansas vetoed a first-of-its-kind bill that would have blocked trans kids from getting gender-affirming health care.
Republicans Want You to Call This Anti-Abortion Hotline If You Want the Procedure in Arkansas
The Arkansas state Legislature—which is dominated by Republicans—passed a measure that would legally require people who want an abortion to call before undergoing the procedure.
The Amy Coney Barrett Abortion Arms Race Is On
At least one state is already gearing up to give the conservative darling a chance to take down legalized abortion in the United States.
Police Chief Resigns After Inciting Violence Against 'Marxist Bastard' Biden Voters
"When you see one in public, get in their face. do not give them any peace," he posted on a social media platform popular with the alt-right.
How a Pharma Giant Flooded the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation With Opioids
Exclusive data shows drug distributor McKesson supplied the vast majority of painkillers to Native American communities across the U.S. during the opioid epidemic.
If This Is What Concerts Look Like Now, Maybe They Shouldn't Come Back Yet
The best concerts provide a escape from everything else—but a 'social distanced' show in Arkansas was only a reminder of our world's problems.
Coronavirus Has Created Abortion Deserts Across the U.S.
Bans have prevented women from accessing abortion for days or weeks in some states — even when providers win the legal battle.
Dr. Fauci Says We Need a Nationwide Lockdown and We Need It Now
"I don't understand why that's not happening."
Google Maps Is Still Directing Women Seeking Abortions to Pro-Life Clinics — and a Memorial for the ‘Unborn’
In areas where abortion access is under threat, misleading or wrong results are common, a VICE News analysis found.
The Viral 'My Girlfriend Isn't Hungry' Menu Option Is Dumb
The idea that women aren't supposed to be—or expected to be—hungry enough to order an entire meal is tired and stupid.