In this original series from Scripps News, our reporters present unique stories driven by data journalism and original surveys — creatively visualized through animation.


How To Shrink Cows’ Huge Carbon Footprint
Are cows a problem for climate? It depends on how you raise them. Here's how regenerative grazing could help offset the greenhouse gas they emit.

Rethinking Public Health Funding When A Pandemic Is Our Biggest Threat
In 2020, the greatest threat to Americans' safety has been the public health crisis known as COVID-19. We explore how many lives could be saved, and what would the impact be, if the nation's budget treated public health like national security.

What Most Voters Get Wrong About 'The Other Side'
Republicans especially have a tough time accurately pinpointing the views of Democrats, and right-wing leaders frequently misrepresent the other side.

The Data That Shows We Still Don't 'Say Her Name'
Black women are killed by police at a disproportionately high rate. But even the best-known cases are unknown to the public and overlooked by media.