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Michigan agrees to $600 million settlement in Flint water crisis
“If money is how government expresses sorrow for its crimes — this is a big apology.”
As Flint water crisis enters sixth year, ‘astounding’ report exposes lies...
"Coronavirus is the biggest story in the country, and rightfully so. But today, this enormous, exclusive, and damning story should be a very, very close second."
Mayor indicted on federal bribery and fraud charges
“The unearthing of allegedly blatant corruption at the top levels of government in the City of Taylor should disturb every citizen of our state."
‘Obscene’: Mike Pence breaks 121-year ban on driving on Michigan’s Mackinac...
Pence landed on the island by helicopter and then took the eight-car motorcade to and from the hotel.
Police officer placed on leave after KKK paraphernalia found at home
“The stuff that was on the walls was like, ‘You don’t want this house, stay away, keep out.’”
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."
New search warrants in Flint water crisis probe raise serious and...
"The people of Flint deserve answers. Hopefully this investigation will yield them. And there needs to be accountability for those involved in creating this crisis, including former Governor Snyder."
Flint: 5 years later, and our water is more threatened than...
High levels of lead leached from the old pipes, poisoning a generation of Flint's children, and bacteria responsible for an outbreak of Legionnaires' Disease killed more than a dozen residents.
Judge determines Flint residents can sue US government for water crisis
“The EPA was well aware that the Flint River was highly corrosive and posed a significant danger of lead leaching” into residents’ homes.
Shutoffs continue as people of Detroit fight for water as a...
Michigan has meanwhile presented itself as the ground zero of water problems, as the people of Detroit worked to make themselves a model for solutions.
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Shock and awe at UT Austin as state troopers in riot gear quash student...
An aggressive show of force by Texas state troopers raises questions about the right to peaceful assembly, as students at the University of Texas at Austin face riot gear and arrests during a Gaza solidarity protest.
Trump faces contempt charges over gag order violations
In a contentious courtroom showdown, former President Donald Trump may face criminal contempt charges as he's accused of flouting a judicial gag order, casting a spotlight on his ongoing legal battles.
UK sets new standard as renewables outpace fossil fuels in power generation
For the first time, wind energy leads the charge in the UK's power grid, marking a pivotal shift towards cleaner, sustainable electricity amid global environmental concerns.
The case against RFK Jr.
Would RFK Junior be just another crackpot in the growing pool of fringe politicians?
How Summer Lee’s landslide victory defies billionaire influence in politics
In a resounding rejection of billionaire-funded opposition, U.S. Rep. Summer Lee secures a primary win, highlighting a growing resistance against corporate and dark money in American politics.