School Security: How Safe Is Your School?
Young people from across the country face violence, drugs and vandalism not only in their community but also at school. Several students brought our cameras inside their school walls to document their various perspectives on what the schools are doing to combat these problems. From police officers in the halls to security cameras to mandatory ID badges, school administrators are trying to make getting an education safer--whether the students like it or not!
All Ages Club v. Police: No Other Place to Go
If the Portland police department has its way, the City Nightclub could soon be facing its last dance. The authorities make the claim of continuing illegal activity there, but Patrick Hill argues the case from the other side. He claims this is nothing more than a case of harassment, since most of the clubgoers are gay, lesbian or bisexual youths. In this segment, Patrick and his friends try to show us what makes this club such a unique place to call home for those young people who say they have no other place to go.
Homeless Vignettes: Homeless Helpers
Viewers in New York City, Houston and San Francisco took cameras to show us how they are using their own skills and resources to help battle the ongoing problem of homelessness in their community. Through outreach centers, bagged lunches, and even leftover bakery products, these good samaritans are trying to make a difference in the lives of those who are less fortunate.
Dog Lady: Teacher's Pets
Educator Susan Bass takes the camera inside her classroom at Grand View Alternative School, which includes both human and canine students. This innovative class teaches abandoned dogs and "problem" teens to work together to help those whose disabilities prevent them from leading their lives alone.
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Bedpan Collectors: PAN-demonium
Marah Eakin is being brutally honest when she says, "My family is weird." You'll probably think so too after her in-depth tour of the family's unusual collection. See, her father has been an avid collector of bedpans & urinals for years; and what started out as a joke a generation ago has now become a family affair.
Police Officer Response: Cops Are People Too
Police Officer Michael Loomis e-mailed us to gripe about several past Unfiltered stories that portrayed cops in a negative light. So we sent him a camera so he could share his perspective from behind the badge.
Jobs Mini: It's A Living
We get lots of calls from people who want to show us the unusual ways they bring home the bacon. This piece illustrates the diversity of non-traditional employment, from BB King's guitar manufacturer to the friendly skies, and right to your very own trash can.
Cemetery Boy: Home Sweet Boneyard
Sixteen year-old Cincinnati resident Ray Scott grew up in a red brick house with a big front lawn. Typical Americana, right? Right--EXCEPT that it's filled with tombstones! Ray's father is the caretaker of the local cemetery, and the family lives smack dab in the middle of the hallowed grounds. We sent him a camera to show us what it's like to live among the no-longer-living.