Emma Green, Author at VTDigger

A neoclassical building with large columns and wide steps; a person in red walks up the stairs toward the entrance.

Government & Politics

Governor appoints Burlington rep, bypassing Dems’ recommendations

by Emma Green April 16, 2026, 5:46 pmApril 17, 2026, 12:34 pm

Person kneeling in shallow water holding a large brown trout with both hands, wearing outdoor fishing gear and sunglasses, with trees in the background.

At trout season kickoff, fly fishers come out of hibernation to compete

by Emma Green and Brendan Rose April 10, 2026, 3:45 pmApril 10, 2026, 4:12 pm

A person pumps gas into a black SUV at a gas station; fuel prices are visible on a sign in the background.

High gas prices hit Vermonters at the pump, store and heating bill

by Brendan Rose and Emma Green April 4, 2026, 6:34 amApril 3, 2026, 4:39 pm

Three people greet and smile outside a building entrance as a fourth person approaches them; a man in a suit stands in the doorway behind them.

Migrant Justice leader facing federal charges is released

by Emma Green April 2, 2026, 4:28 pmApril 3, 2026, 8:43 am

A person in a crowd holds up a cardboard sign that says "FREE NACHO" during an outdoor gathering.

Migrant Justice organizer, detained for a second time, is now charged with helping people cross border illegally

by Emma Green March 26, 2026, 6:19 pmMarch 26, 2026, 6:19 pm

A person in a red coat holds a sign with a yellow crown crossed out at a protest or demonstration, with other participants and signs visible in the background.

Government & Politics

As Vermont organizers prepare for third No Kings Day, building community is a focus

by Emma Green March 25, 2026, 7:18 pmMarch 27, 2026, 8:53 am

A black bear stands among green foliage holding a bird feeder in its mouth near two hanging feeders.

As warming climate brings bears out of hibernation earlier, preventing backyards from becoming buffets is key to coexistence

by Emma Green March 22, 2026, 6:55 amMarch 23, 2026, 10:40 am

Two people walk outside on a snowy day. One person in front wears a dark jacket and covers their mouth; the other behind wears a scarf and smiles. Other people and cars are in the background.

Federal judge releases third of three people detained in South Burlington ICE raid

by Alan J. Keays and Emma Green March 20, 2026, 7:56 pmMarch 20, 2026, 7:56 pm

A law enforcement officer wearing a vest labeled "Police ICE" stands outdoors with hands on hips, facing away from the camera.

Judge orders immediate release of man who ICE detained after a traffic stop last week. The detention may have violated the man’s rights.

by Emma Green March 19, 2026, 7:46 pmMarch 31, 2026, 4:00 pm

A person in winter clothing holds a cardboard sign reading "¡LAS VIDAS NEGRAS IMPORTAN!" with three raised fists painted below the text.

ICE raid detainee remains jailed as judge orders immigration court hearing

by Alan J. Keays and Emma Green March 17, 2026, 1:13 pmMarch 17, 2026, 6:02 pm

One of three detained by ICE in South Burlington released

by Emma Green and Auditi Guha March 16, 2026, 7:10 pmMarch 16, 2026, 7:10 pm

Front view of the Winooski School District building on a sunny day, with snow on the ground and a clear blue sky.

Nearly 25% of schools in Vermont hadn’t tested for radon, more than four years after state mandate

by Emma Green March 13, 2026, 3:36 pmMarch 13, 2026, 3:36 pm

An older man walks two small dogs on leashes in a snowy area with bare trees in the background. One dog wears a blue coat.

One close election, two vocal sides and a dog leash debate Montpelier can’t shake

by Emma Green and Brendan Rose March 9, 2026, 5:55 pmMarch 9, 2026, 5:55 pm

Five men in military and formal attire stand on a stage in front of a boat, as audience members observe. Flags and a podium are visible on the stage.

Government & Politics

More than 500 attend ceremony for new leader of Vermont National Guard

by Emma Green March 7, 2026, 2:08 pmMarch 7, 2026, 6:47 pm