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Season 2, Episode 6: Repairing broken families

Coming from a good family doesn’t guarantee a trouble-free life. But having a shaky family foundation makes everything a lot harder. In this episode, journalists Anna Johansen Brown and Sarah Schweinsberg explore what compassion looks like for hurting children, young adults, and their parents.

The state tests its new law on how to try minors’ cases

Some see missed opportunities in private partnerships

This episode is about newcomers: Refugees and asylum seekers looking for a fresh start.


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The legislature supports drastic changes to suspect’s interactions with courts and officers

Criminal justice efforts that legalize drugs have mixed results

Natural disasters are disruptive and traumatic, especially for people already in emotional, physical, or spiritual crisis. Last year, every compassion ministry in the country faced the same disaster: COVID-19.

An Austin baseball program provides gospel-centered mentorship, fun, and hope for kids in the inner city

The pandemic builds momentum for lifting the wage floor

A lack of planning and cooperation made a mess of zero tolerance