Saturday, July 18, 2026

Ukraine’s secret weapon may prove to be civilian resistance

Unarmed Ukrainians changing road signs, blocking tanks and confronting the Russian military are showing their bravery and strategic brilliance.

How one cooperative is trying to develop an alternative economy in Oakland

Repaired Nations seeks to build wealth for the Black community in the East Bay through education and empowerment of its residents and youth.

TSA officer arrested for attempting to smuggle meth through LAX

If convicted, Williams would face a statutory maximum sentence of 20 years in federal prison.

Off-duty Las Vegas cop arrested for robbing casino at gunpoint

Detained by security after allegedly robbing a casino, an off-duty Las Vegas police officer was arrested Sunday and charged with robbery and...

Michigan initiatives clash on how to stop GOP’s election deniers

Competing state constitutional amendments go to different lengths to enshrine voting rights and target anti-voter legislation and court rulings.

How union drives in Mexico help workers on both sides of the border

These are vital, promising steps under the USMCA, which requires Mexico to enforce the labor rights needed to lift up workers there and, in turn, level the playing field for workers north of the border.

3 Minneapolis cops convicted of violating George Floyd’s rights

“Today’s verdict recognizes that two police officers violated the Constitution by failing to intervene to stop another officer from killing George Floyd, and three officers violated the Constitution by failing to provide aid to Mr. Floyd in time to prevent his death."
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Louisiana deputies arrested and fired after fatal shooting

After reviewing the footage, the sheriff stated, “Unfortunately, we can’t justify the use of deadly force.”

Ahmaud Arbery’s killers convicted of federal hate crime and kidnapping charges

“Although we welcome the jury’s verdict, the only acceptable outcome in this matter would have been Mr. Arbery returning safely to his loved ones two years ago."

‘Stand your ground’ laws linked to 11% spike in US gun homicides: study

Researchers say the state-level laws "should be reconsidered to prevent unnecessary violent deaths."