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

Tiger King's Doc Antle Banned from Dealing Exotic Animals in Virginia

Tiger King's Doc Antle Banned from Dealing Exot...

Bhagavan "Doc" Antle, known for his big cat empire, is now banned from working with exotic animals in Virginia for five years.

Tiger King's Doc Antle Banned from Dealing Exot...

Bhagavan "Doc" Antle, known for his big cat empire, is now banned from working with exotic animals in Virginia for five years.

29 Dead Horses Discovered in Tragic Tale of Cruelty

29 Dead Horses Discovered in Tragic Tale of Cru...

In a rural corner of Colbert County, Alabama, an unimaginable horror has shaken a tight-knit community.

29 Dead Horses Discovered in Tragic Tale of Cru...

In a rural corner of Colbert County, Alabama, an unimaginable horror has shaken a tight-knit community.

Congress And States Battle Over The EATS Act and Animal Welfare

Congress And States Battle Over The EATS Act an...

The implications of the EATS Act could affect the welfare of animals throughout the country.

Congress And States Battle Over The EATS Act an...

The implications of the EATS Act could affect the welfare of animals throughout the country.

Teddy's Law Could Pave the Way for Second Chances in the Lives of Lab-Tested Animals

Teddy's Law Could Pave the Way for Second Chanc...

Learn about Teddy's heroic rescue and how the bill named after him could change countless lives.

Teddy's Law Could Pave the Way for Second Chanc...

Learn about Teddy's heroic rescue and how the bill named after him could change countless lives.

Where Did 250 Small Pets from San Diego's Humane Society Go?

Where Did 250 Small Pets from San Diego's Human...

A private rescue claimed to find homes for 250 animals, but doubts linger. Who were the mystery recipients?

Where Did 250 Small Pets from San Diego's Human...

A private rescue claimed to find homes for 250 animals, but doubts linger. Who were the mystery recipients?

Sea Lion Sally Breaks Out Of Her Enclosure And Goes On An Urban Adventure

Sea Lion Sally Breaks Out Of Her Enclosure And ...

Sally, a female sea lion from Central Park Zoo, took an audacious leap into the spotlight amidst torrential rain and flooding in New York.

Sea Lion Sally Breaks Out Of Her Enclosure And ...

Sally, a female sea lion from Central Park Zoo, took an audacious leap into the spotlight amidst torrential rain and flooding in New York.