‘Pharma Bro’ Martin Shkreli sentenced to 7 years for fraud
Prosecutors were fighting for at least a 15-year sentence while the defense was pushing for a 12-18 month sentence.
No justice: Prosecutors throw out charges in Flint water crisis
“Words cannot express how disappointed I am that justice continues to be delayed and denied to the people of my city."
Activists Weigh Path Forward after Congress Thwarts GMO Food Labels
Despite the defeat in Congress, the pro-labeling campaign had had a huge impact - and the campaign’s effort to educate the public is paying off.
Warren skewers Mnuchin for doublespeak on breaking up banks
What does it mean to be in favor of 21st century Glass-Steagall if it doesn’t mean breaking apart banks?
Tracking the numerous tactics used to attack environmental protections around the globe
A recent study published by the journal Nature Ecology & Evolution finds that laws designed to protect the environment and biodiversity from the harmful impacts of human activities are under assault around the globe.
New York City council proposes sweeping NYPD reforms
The council has announced a package of bills to reshape the NYPD and improve officer accountability. A City Council member cited a “direct line” from ProPublica’s coverage to the proposals.
Beyond #Metoo, 3 movements making a difference for gender equity
From closing the wage gap and protecting reproductive rights to ending gender-based sexual exploitation, the push to support and empower women and nonbinary people has roots that date back generations.
The true shocking driver of crime in America
So how does inequality provoke criminality?
Union-owned Vegas hotel hires scabs amid striking workers’ fight for fair pay
Unionized workers at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas strike over inadequate wages and unsafe working conditions while grappling with the surprising involvement of a labor union-owned pension fund hiring strikebreakers.
King Coal Is Headed to Prison
Don Blankenship is the first murderous coal executive to be put behind bars.