Today in history: Maya Angelou passes one year ago
The multi-talented, much beloved Maya Angelou died one year ago today at her home in Winston-Salem, N.C.
Today: Origins of AAPI Heritage Month, and national activities
Communities are celebrating the achievements of Asian and Pacific Americans.
Advocates urge greater funding for human needs programs in California
Restoring and increasing funds for California's human needs programs tops the agenda of many legislators.
Cuba travel bill advances in the Senate
Of progressive bills, the one that appears to be moving forward most quickly is the Freedom to Travel to Cuba Act of 2015.
This week in indigenous news: protests, fashion, discrimination
Bethany Yellowtail's work is a vibrant, elegant melding of classic style and the staples of her Native upbringing.
Protesters set up “Raunerville” outside Illinois governor’s penthouse
Nearly 200 Chicagoans rallied in front of the building where Gov. Rauner owns a lakefront penthouse.
Baltimore United for Change takes root
As Freddie Gray lay dying in Maryland Shock Trauma Center, a group of activists was planning to curb police brutality in Baltimore.
Discrimination against black students rampant in Louisiana school district
One black eighth-grader spent six days in juvenile detention after being arrested for throwing Skittles candy at another student.
President’s push for trans-Pacific trade deal hard to fathom
Obama's attempt to hammer through a multination "trade" agreement with Pacific Ocean rim nations is hard to understand.
Cuomo acts to protect exploited nail salon workers
Gov. Cuomo is creating a task force to investigate nail salons around New York, following a report of widespread exploitation.
