Michigan bans local plastic bag bans
Other states that have banned local plastic bag ordinances include Wisconsin, Idaho, Florida and Arizona.
A manual for the new era of activist
Movement-building approaches from the civil rights era get a 2017 update.
Fifth correctional officer pleads guilty to beating inmate and covering up assault
“Correctional officers must abide by and adhere to the same laws they take an oath to uphold and enforce.”
Supreme Court conservatives declare war against decades of regulations, potentially overturning decades of established...
What the nation witnessed on December 10, 2021, was a mere prelude to the corporate abuse SCOTUS conservatives would unleash on the average American.
These 33 Cities Cheated on Lead Contamination Tests, Similar to Flint, Michigan
The three “cheats” used by cities include: running the faucet for a while before collecting a sample to flush out the system; removing aerators from faucets before collecting a sample; and running the water slowly.
DOJ Report Criticizes Philadelphia Police Department’s Use of Deadly Force
The Philadelphia police commissioner hired the Justice Department in 2013 to investigate the rising incidents of officer-involved shootings. What the DOJ found was a history of misconduct and scandals, backing up the public's mistrust of the department.
Sunoco ordered to suspend drilling on Mariner East 2 pipeline after spills, damage
Environmentalists emphasized that while they welcomed the drilling delay, they saw it as no reason for those opposed to the pipeline to become complacent or slow their efforts.
The Obama Administration just Quietly Protected Millions of Seniors from Abuse
Nursing homes will no longer be able to use a common tactic that allows them to stay out of court and avoid scrutiny.
Beyond organic: How regenerative farming can save us from global catastrophe
“Regenerative agriculture provides answers to the soil crisis, the food crisis, the health crisis, the climate crisis and the crisis of democracy.”
We can safeguard democracy without giving in to fear and more policing
With voter intimidation and political violence on the rise, it’s time to invest in proven nonviolent, civilian-led safety endeavors.








