Friday, October 23, 2026

DC police officer arrested for DUI after crashing into Virginia State Trooper

The incident currently remains under investigation.

How young workers are unionizing Starbucks

Starbucks Workers United is racking up victorious union votes in one branch after another of the iconic American coffee chain. A young California-based worker-organizer explains why this organizing campaign is different.

Saving our schools starts with spending less on the military

Imagine if we invested in them rather than war.

The population implosion

A look at the changing global population.

Community schools were working in Oakland, but the district is shutting them down anyway

The school district was at the forefront of a public education model that is gaining national popularity—but its decision undercuts what the community appreciates about each school’s custom offerings that put students first.

Renewable energy projects power up in tribal nations

Tribes across the country are embarking on renewable energy projects of varying scales, with differing ambitions.

Up to 40% of the world’s land is degraded by humans, UN report warns

“In a world of profligate consumerism, global supply chains, and a growing population, land resources—our soil, water, and biodiversity – are rapidly being depleted."

“Libs of TikTok” and the right’s war on public education

This seems like the ultimate end game of all these attacks on public education.

Atlanta officer indicted after killing innocent man on scooter

An emergency hearing is being scheduled to determine Chandler’s employment status.

How could the U.S. help to bring peace to Ukraine?

Policy decisions by the United States will have a critical impact on whether there will soon be peace in Ukraine, or only a much longer and bloodier war.