California Assemblyman resigns amid sexual harassment allegations
At least seven women have accused Bocanegra of sexually harassing or assaulting them since 2009.
Oklahoma Supreme Court upholds right to life-saving abortions, blocks restrictive statutes
Oklahoma Supreme Court's stance on abortion: protecting life-saving procedures amid strict regulations.
Mexican police officers sentenced to 25 years for murdering journalist
The former mayor and deputy police chief remain in hiding along with many of the other officers suspected of murdering Sánchez.
Homeless man files lawsuit after wrongfully arrested for using counterfeit $10 bill at Burger...
“A person like me would've gotten an apology, but a person like Emory somehow finds his way in handcuffs for trying to pay for his breakfast with real money.”
NationofChange at the Republican Convention: And So it Begins – Protests, Rallies Take Cleveland
From "Open Carry" rallies to Stand for Love, the Republican Convention (and all the demonstrations that go with it) is in full swing.
Low-life Supremes openly break supreme perfidy records
Without term limits and strong ethics log,/ Our fate mimics that water-boiled frog.
Progressive Briefing for Thursday, September 6
New study links air pollution to dementia, U.K. accuses Russian spies of implementing nerve agent attack, anonymous White House official publishes scathing NYT op-ed, and more.
Retired Philly cop indicted for alleged sexual assault
“No matter who you are, if you commit a violent crime, we are committed to holding you accountable and keeping our community safe.”
Texas on Short Leash After Defying Court’s Voting Rights Order
After violating a court order intended to protect voters, Texas is ordered to submit all voting material for approval.
Victory: Federal court throws out Energy Transfer’s lawsuit against DAPL water protectors
"This is a huge victory not just for Greenpeace but for anyone and everyone who has ever stood up against powerful corporate interests."