Sunday, March 15, 2026

Disabled Man Files Claim Against LAPD For Shooting Him in the Head

Seeking an apology and reforms to improve police training and transparency, DeLeon and his family simply want the LAPD to accept responsibility for DeLeon’s injuries.

Independent police corruption investigations plummet by 70% in five years

The figures raise serious questions about the oversight of the police at a time when they are under huge scrutiny, and have prompted campaigners to slam a “broken” complaints system.
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The unchecked power of police unions

For decades, police unions have shielded officers from accountability, bullied cities into doing their bidding, and attacked lawmakers who took them on.

DACA in doubt after court ruling: 3 questions answered

The federal government under President Joe Biden has been accepting new applications for DACA protections. That must now stop.

LAPD Chief Rebukes Officers for Killing Another Unarmed Homeless Man

Two officers have received harsh disapproval after a security video revealed the killing of an unarmed homeless man in Venice, California. And LAPD Chief Charlie Beck said there was no justifying their actions in taking the unarmed man’s life—just another example of police brutality.

Louisiana Denies Compensation to Dying Exonerated Death Row Prisoner as Former Prosecutor Apologizes

Glenn Ford was recently freed from death row after three decades, but unfortunately now suffers from stage three lung cancer. He is suing the prison for not providing treatment when he was first diagnosed in 2011.

New bill proposes stopping unemployment agencies that make mistakes from demanding money back

State unemployment agencies have been demanding recipients repay thousands of dollars, even if the agency made the mistake and the money’s already been spent, but legislators are trying to end it.

The Federal Reserve Board’s Plan to Kill Jobs

It's time Americans rally against the Fed’s interest rate policies and let them know how they feel about raising interest rates to kill jobs. Join the Center for Popular Democracy grassroots campaign to stop the Fed from its deliberate acts.

Officer Arrested for Murder After Gunning Down Teen Laquan McDonald on Dashcam Video

Officer Jason Van Dyke claimed that Laquan McDonald lunged at him with a knife. New dashcam video footage release shows direct contradictions with the officer's account.

Native American voters get boost in North Dakota

After a lengthy legal fight, state and tribal officials reach settlement over ID law