Allegiant Air pilot fired for evacuating passengers from smoking plane
"The single most important responsibility a pilot has is to protect the safety of his passengers and flight crew."
No joy in Wisconsin Mudville as state economy strikes out
The Walker approach hasn't opened Wisconsin to business, it has propelled an exodus.
Veterans Day: Honoring those who served and reflecting on our future
There has been a continuing struggle to honor veterans not only on this holiday, but all year round.
Jaywalking leads to series of brutal arrests in Austin, Texas
A man who recorded the incident said it began when he and friends were walking across a barricaded street and the light changed as they were crossing.
Washington State electorate gives green light on important issues
Tacoma voters approved a ballot measure to raise the minimum wage to $12 an hour by 2018, a partial victory.
MillionStudentMarch demands end to education profiteering, wage stagnation
According to the #MillionStudentMarch website, 58 percent of the $1 trillion owed in student loans are held by the poorest 23 percent of Americans.
Racial slurs have no place in football
For American Indians, the NFL season offers regular reminders that our rights still aren't fully recognized.
Today in Native American history: Russell Means is born
This date in 1939 marks the birth of Russell Charles Means, activist for the rights of Native American people.
Justice prevails at University of Missouri: President Wolfe steps down
"He has not only enabled racism since the start of his tenure in 2012, but blatantly ignored and disrespected the concerns of students."
Labor launches Latino voter education program
The Labor Council for Latin American Advancement launched a national campaign aimed at educating Latinos on the importance of voting.
