A UN treaty guarantees youth rights everywhere on Earth – except the United States
Young activists fighting to advance climate justice, end gun violence and increase racial equity should all have the convention behind them when they speak out.
Former aide to LA City Councilman pleads guilty to corruption scheme
The ex-aide also admitted to lying to FBI agents when interrogated about the bribery scheme.
Video shows mentally ill man’s death in sheriff’s custody
“I don’t want any violence in my city. I want us to view this tape and I want us to learn what we don’t want happening here.”
US denies French scientist entry over anti-Trump text messages
Trump administration, free speech, academic freedom, border security, France, scientific research, political censorship, U.S. immigration, CBP, FBI, diplomatic relations.
Judge blocks Trump attempt to defund Planned Parenthood clinics serving Medicaid patients
A federal court injunction halts a Trump-backed law that would have cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood, threatening care for over a million patients nationwide.
Don’t let Trump distract you: Public comment on DAPL is now open
Now until Feb. 20 is the public’s chance to push for a full review of the pipeline’s climate impacts. Here’s what to do.
Chevron pipeline spills 4,800 gallons of oil, killing wildlife
The cause of the pipeline failure is under investigation.
Stop Polluting, or There Will Be More Plastic Than Fish in the Ocean by...
A new report finds that the volume of plastic trash is increasing and will outweigh all the fish in the world within 35 years.
Police Chief forced to resign amid multiple controversies
“The Mayor contacted me and stated that he wanted me to resign. So, with that said, I want to let all of you know that I will be leaving.”
US military vets and allies begin 40-day hunger strike for Gaza
The hunger strikers are gathering at the U.S. Mission to the U.N. for their action.