Friday, July 17, 2026

Ban on Life Without Parole Sentences for Kids Expanded by Supreme Court

The ruling will give thousands of people a chance at parole.

Major corporations are backing politicians’ anti-voting, anti-protest efforts around the country

A new report details the corporate influence behind a wave of local anti-democratic bills that are proliferating in state legislatures.

Pipeline explosion in Kansas highlights unreliable nature of fossil fuel infrastructure

Early Tuesday evening, a gas pipeline ruptured near Kansas City, provoking a large fire. This latest leak further highlights the hazards pipelines present to the environment and public.

“Thank you for your service”: pardons for war criminals and indifference for those damaged...

I can’t remember who recently said it, but the point has been made that we often call people heroes because it’s easier to sacrifice them when they’re given this honorific and simply move on.

Former police officer charged with first degree murder

A former Tulsa police officer was recently charged with first degree manslaughter after fatally shooting his daughter’s boyfriend.

Innocent Family Sues NYPD For Kicking Them Out of Home

“It is disgraceful that the city is displacing people from their homes without due process.”

Supreme Court ruling allows ICE to use racial profiling in Los Angeles raids

Civil rights groups warn that Trump’s immigration crackdown has been given a green light to target Latinos across Southern California.

Here are the most racially bigoted right-wing media segments of 2016

Here are the most bigoted stories and statements from right-wing media figures over the last year

How to remove Trump

When the media stop reporting his tweets, his isolation and irrelevance will be complete.

Former Deputy Police Chief sentenced to prison for excessive force and obstruction

"This case is a prime example of my commitment to hold accountable officers who threaten the mission of law enforcement by breaking the law.”