California Leads in Transparency, But Loopholes Remain
California is the only state to require funeral homes to post prices online. It became the first and only state to do so in 2013. But loopholes remain.
Why Funding is Elusive for Black Founders
Of the estimated $136.5 billion in venture funding that went to tech startups in 2019, only 1 percent went to companies with Black founders, according to one study.
Lessons from ‘The Big Lebowski’
We can’t get enough of a beloved scene in the cult classic movie, “The Big Lebowski.” The film reveals one of the many lessons about the funeral business.
What You Need to Know About Death Certificates
A death certificate is an official legal record of a person’s death used by families to collect funds and close accounts with banks and other institutions.
Surfers ‘Paddle Out’ in Ritual of Mourning, Support
Surfers have been holding “Paddle Outs” to show unity with the Black Lives Matter movement and promote more diversity and inclusion.