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

Oakland Zoo Takes Bold Step for Elephants, Leaving Other Zoos Under Scrutiny

Oakland Zoo Takes Bold Step for Elephants, Leav...

This move has sparked a wave of pressure on the Los Angeles Zoo, where elephants Billy and Tina still endure captivity.

Oakland Zoo Takes Bold Step for Elephants, Leav...

This move has sparked a wave of pressure on the Los Angeles Zoo, where elephants Billy and Tina still endure captivity.

Cheese Contamination Sparks Nationwide Fear as Listeria Threatens Lives

Cheese Contamination Sparks Nationwide Fear as ...

A deadly Listeria outbreak linked to contaminated queso cheese has put lives at risk.

Cheese Contamination Sparks Nationwide Fear as ...

A deadly Listeria outbreak linked to contaminated queso cheese has put lives at risk.

Wind Turbines Killing Birds and Bats in Alarming Numbers

Wind Turbines Killing Birds and Bats in Alarmin...

Birds, bats, and marine life are paying the price as these towering turbines sweep across our landscapes.

Wind Turbines Killing Birds and Bats in Alarmin...

Birds, bats, and marine life are paying the price as these towering turbines sweep across our landscapes.

Military Base Becomes Final Refuge for Dying Butterfly Species

Military Base Becomes Final Refuge for Dying Bu...

The regal fritillary butterfly, once abundant across the eastern United States, now clings to existence in a single, unlikely location—Fort Indiantown Gap.

Military Base Becomes Final Refuge for Dying Bu...

The regal fritillary butterfly, once abundant across the eastern United States, now clings to existence in a single, unlikely location—Fort Indiantown Gap.

America’s Public Lands Turn into Slaughter Grounds in Brutal Killing Contests

America’s Public Lands Turn into Slaughter Grou...

Coyotes, foxes, and bobcats are being gunned down in droves, disrupting ecosystems and sparking national outrage.

America’s Public Lands Turn into Slaughter Grou...

Coyotes, foxes, and bobcats are being gunned down in droves, disrupting ecosystems and sparking national outrage.

How Dog Ear Cropping Inflicts Lasting Pain and Trauma on Dogs

How Dog Ear Cropping Inflicts Lasting Pain and ...

This outdated procedure leaves dogs suffering, both physically and emotionally.

How Dog Ear Cropping Inflicts Lasting Pain and ...

This outdated procedure leaves dogs suffering, both physically and emotionally.