Papa John resigns after using racial slur during conference call
"Regardless of the context, I apologize. Simply stated, racism has no place in our society.”
DOJ Inspector General investigates prison guards killing inmate with pepper spray
“He died because of the mace. You do not mace an asthmatic...They murdered my son."
Renewable energy projects power up in tribal nations
Tribes across the country are embarking on renewable energy projects of varying scales, with differing ambitions.
Judge’s ruling on Standing Rock a second chance for justice
The federal court decision could start a new chapter in the DAPL saga, beginning with dropping prosecution of water protectors.
USDA announces proposal to reinstate protections for Tongass National Forest
While the Trump administration tried to open 9.2 million acres of the forest to logging and roadbuilding, the USDA's proposal will effectively reinstate the protections for Tongass National Forest.
The next crisis? Losing the Amazon
If too much of the forest were to be degraded or lost, scientists worry that the whole area could be transformed into a savannah.
Conservative group board members make millions in pandemic aid yet lobby against unemployment benefits
“If these groups are concerned the government is spending too much during this historic crisis, they are welcome to return their taxpayer-funded bailouts.”
HAPPENING TODAY: Youth climate leaders to flood congressional offices to demand Green New Deal
The movement calls for the creation of "climate plan in line with what science and justice demand."
Gas-backed front group spreads misinformation about costs of electrification
Contrary to the gas industry’s claims, Americans who use heat pumps are likely to spend less on heating compared to those with gas furnaces, according to a recent analysis.
NY Attorney General joins ACLU lawsuit against Trump
Schneiderman announced that his office has joined the ACLU’s lawsuit against Trump’s executive order, which effectively bans many Muslims from entering the country.