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

How Climate Change Supercharged Hurricane Helene, Leaving Hundreds Dead and Thousands Stranded

How Climate Change Supercharged Hurricane Helene, Leaving Hundreds Dead and Thousands Stranded

Hurricane Helene was supposed to be a coastal threat, but instead, it ravaged mountain towns in ways no one expected. Entire communities were wiped off the map, leaving survivors stranded...

How Climate Change Supercharged Hurricane Helene, Leaving Hundreds Dead and Thousands Stranded

Hurricane Helene was supposed to be a coastal threat, but instead, it ravaged mountain towns in ways no one expected. Entire communities were wiped off the map, leaving survivors stranded...

America’s Largest Ship to Be Transformed into an Underwater Haven for Marine Life

America’s Largest Ship to Be Transformed into an Underwater Haven for Marine Life

Dive deeper into the fascinating plan to transform this historic vessel into the world’s largest artificial reef.

America’s Largest Ship to Be Transformed into an Underwater Haven for Marine Life

Dive deeper into the fascinating plan to transform this historic vessel into the world’s largest artificial reef.

Manatees Stranded and Fighting for Survival After Hurricane Helene's Devastation

Manatees Stranded and Fighting for Survival After Hurricane Helene's Devastation

Hurricane Helene has ravaged Florida’s coast, but it’s not just people who are struggling in its wake.

Manatees Stranded and Fighting for Survival After Hurricane Helene's Devastation

Hurricane Helene has ravaged Florida’s coast, but it’s not just people who are struggling in its wake.

The PAWS Act Proposes Heavier Fines for Drivers Who Hit and Kill Pets in New York

The PAWS Act Proposes Heavier Fines for Drivers Who Hit and Kill Pets in New York

New York’s PAWS Act could change everything for pet owners. Imagine losing your beloved dog or cat to a reckless driver, only to see them walk away with a mere...

The PAWS Act Proposes Heavier Fines for Drivers Who Hit and Kill Pets in New York

New York’s PAWS Act could change everything for pet owners. Imagine losing your beloved dog or cat to a reckless driver, only to see them walk away with a mere...

Indiana's Plan to Hunt Bobcats Threatens a Species on the Brink of Recovery

Indiana's Plan to Hunt Bobcats Threatens a Species on the Brink of Recovery

Indiana’s first-ever bobcat hunting season is set to open soon, and it’s already stirring fierce debate. With 250 wildcats targeted and controversial trapping methods on the table, conservationists are sounding...

Indiana's Plan to Hunt Bobcats Threatens a Species on the Brink of Recovery

Indiana’s first-ever bobcat hunting season is set to open soon, and it’s already stirring fierce debate. With 250 wildcats targeted and controversial trapping methods on the table, conservationists are sounding...

Birds Caught in Deadly Eye of Hurricane Helene Face a Fight for Survival

Birds Caught in Deadly Eye of Hurricane Helene Face a Fight for Survival

Thousands of birds found themselves trapped in the calm eye of Hurricane Helene, unable to escape the violent winds surrounding them.

Birds Caught in Deadly Eye of Hurricane Helene Face a Fight for Survival

Thousands of birds found themselves trapped in the calm eye of Hurricane Helene, unable to escape the violent winds surrounding them.