Illegal marijuana farms killing wildlife
Researchers have found that commercial anti-rodent chemicals present in illegal pot farms are poisoning and killing animals.
California water issues make headlines again
Gov. Jerry Brown and U.S. Interior Secretary Ken Salazar unveiled the latest plan to shift more water from the northern part of the state to the south.
Political heavyweights join battle vs. Minnesota voter ID law
The campaign to oppose voter photo ID represented all three of Minnesota's major political parties.
Chick-fil-A is trying to feed us homophobia
Chick-fil-A has maintained a sharp anti-gay stance, feeding millions of dollars into organizations that oppose same-sex marriage.
Windy City turns "war zone" from gun violence
The city once known for wind is now known for gun violence.
Romney caught in “Anglo-Saxon” hot water
Mitt Romney ran into hot water this week over Anglo-Saxons.
Unions applaud Senate vote for middle class tax cut
In a party-line vote of 51-48, the Senate yesterday passed a middle-class tax cut, keeping present tax reductions for individuals.
U.S. Senator: Right wing out to gut Constitution
The right wing of U.S. politics is not just attacking unions and workers' rights but the very foundation of our system of government, says Sen. Tom Harkin.
Memorial honors fallen immigrants
The statue is intended as a remembrance to all those who perished attempting to cross the Mexico-U.S. border.
Florida voters support immigration reform
A recent poll offering a snapshot of Florida voters found that they back the President's decision to end deportations of DREAM Act-eligible youth. They also support some broader, more sweeping reform.
