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

Sick Puppies Flood California’s Black Market in Heartbreaking Pipeline

Sick Puppies Flood California’s Black Market in...

Thousands of dogs are pouring into the state from out-of-state breeders, enduring unimaginable suffering along the way. Some end up in loving homes—but many do not survive.

Sick Puppies Flood California’s Black Market in...

Thousands of dogs are pouring into the state from out-of-state breeders, enduring unimaginable suffering along the way. Some end up in loving homes—but many do not survive.

Disney Relocates EPCOT’s Dolphins and Manatee for the Animals' Welfare

Disney Relocates EPCOT’s Dolphins and Manatee f...

Disney’s decision to relocate a manatee and three dolphins from The Seas attraction is making waves.

Disney Relocates EPCOT’s Dolphins and Manatee f...

Disney’s decision to relocate a manatee and three dolphins from The Seas attraction is making waves.

Warming Waters Force Sharks to Abandon Coral Reefs, Putting Ecosystems at Risk

Warming Waters Force Sharks to Abandon Coral Re...

What happens to coral reefs when their top predators disappear? The answer may be more alarming than you think.

Warming Waters Force Sharks to Abandon Coral Re...

What happens to coral reefs when their top predators disappear? The answer may be more alarming than you think.

Poachers Ravage Utah Wildlife as Over 100 Animals Killed Illegally

Poachers Ravage Utah Wildlife as Over 100 Anima...

Conservation officers are overwhelmed, and the poachers are getting bolder. With fines reaching up to $45,000 for some animals, the stakes couldn’t be higher.

Poachers Ravage Utah Wildlife as Over 100 Anima...

Conservation officers are overwhelmed, and the poachers are getting bolder. With fines reaching up to $45,000 for some animals, the stakes couldn’t be higher.

Hidden Methane Leaks Are Accelerating Global Warming

Hidden Methane Leaks Are Accelerating Global Wa...

Despite new technologies and massive government investments, are we doing enough to stop the leaks? The truth is alarming.

Hidden Methane Leaks Are Accelerating Global Wa...

Despite new technologies and massive government investments, are we doing enough to stop the leaks? The truth is alarming.

Social Media Terrorists Target Epileptics with Deadly Flashing Images

Social Media Terrorists Target Epileptics with ...

Hackers are targeting vulnerable people with epilepsy in a terrifying new wave of cyberattacks.

Social Media Terrorists Target Epileptics with ...

Hackers are targeting vulnerable people with epilepsy in a terrifying new wave of cyberattacks.