"Holiday on ICE" is anything but, immigration lawyers charge
This hearing ignored the grim reality of the U.S. immigration detention system, which is marked by abuse.
Video shows shooter uninjured after Trayvon murder
There are no visible signs of injuries to Zimmermann's head or blood on his clothes. His attorney has said that his client suffered a broken nose and a gash to his head .
Oaklanders demand justice for Trayvon Martin
Protesters, many wearing hoodies and carrying Skittles and cans of iced tea, gathered in front of City Hall March 26 to express solidarity with the family of slain Florida teenager Trayvon Martin.
Judge declares Chicago Six “not guilty”
The six undocumented youth who were arrested last August - and charged with mob action and reckless conduct - were found not guilty.
Feds to investigate killing of Trayvon Martin
Martin's family hopes that the federal government will be able to bring justice to what many around this state see as a blatantly racist miscarriage of justice.
Labor leader supports Obama admin's blocking of voter ID laws
Arlene Holt Baker, executive vice president of the AFL-CIO, welcomed the Justice Department's recent decision to strike down voter ID laws in Texas and Wisconsin.
Thousands end 2012 Selma to Montgomery march
Thousands re-tracing the steps of those who made the historic 1965 march from Selma to Montgomery, Ala. ended their five-day journey by converging this weekend on the Alabama state capital here.
Rights advocate: Justice Department reluctant to take on voter suppression
The Obama administration's Justice Department is reluctant to take on the fight against voter suppression efforts nationwide.
DREAM Act supporters speak out at Romney victory rally (with video)
Security proceeded aggressively to rip the protesters' posters from their hands; Romney, meanwhile, hesitated for a moment, listening to the shouts.
Thousands kick off Selma to Montgomery march
Organizers say that, more than a commemoration, the march this week is a demonstration against modern day attacks.
