Activism animates “The Language of Trees,” which is published by Tin House, the Portland, Ore.-based independent press. “Don’t / you tell me this is not the same as my story,” Camille T ...

We’ll meet the Lorax of Brooklyn, who says trees in New York lessen the effects of climate change. Also, early voting for the June 27 primaries begins on Saturday, with ranked-choice voting.

The Dr. Seuss character the Lorax features prominently in a gingerbread scene on display at the Springfield Museums in December 2023. (Nicole Williams photo) nicole williams ...