Facing Desertification, Man’s Campaign Draws 30,000 Volunteers to Plant 1 Million Trees in his County — 2026-05-26

Impact Vector: Good News · May 26, 2026 · 2m

## Short Segments Prison phone calls are becoming free, and the impact is significant. A new report reveals that making calls free in several state prison systems and county jails has saved incarcerated people and their families over $622 million. This change has particularly benefited Black and brown families, who are disproportionately represented in the incarcerated population. The report highlights that call volume has increased dramatically, with daily use per person rising from about 25 minutes to nearly 45 minutes in prisons. This shift underscores the importance of maintaining family…