Progressive Dems hold climate panel, address barriers to change
"It's more than boots on the ground, its more than Bernie or Hillary, but about the world we'll leave the next generation."
As Democratic convention opens, thousands march for clean energy
The march was comprised of a vast coalition of organizations that are combating the devastating effects of climate change.
Colorado River Indian tribes lead the way in evicting latter-day settlers
A federal judge has ruled in favor of one group of Native American tribes that is evicting white settlers from reservation land.
Climate activists converge in Midwest on global day of action
The event, one of hundreds held across the world, was held in Whiting, within sight of a BP oil refinery where workers struck over safety concerns last year.
New York City protesters demand justice for slain Honduras activist Berta Cáceres
Advocates call for an independent investigation, as well as an end to U.S. military aid and military training in Honduras.
Flint doctor awarded for exposing poisoned water; three officials get charged
Meanwhile, the lead content of Flint water remains way above safe levels, and people are forced to use bottled water for drinking.
Dead miners’ families react to coal criminal Blankenship’s 12 month jail sentence
Convicted coal criminal Don Blankenship appeared in federal court for sentencing before U.S. District Judge Irene Berger last Wednesday.
Running Michigan like a business: Flint’s children damaged for life
The EPA tried over and over again to get Snyder to take measures that would neutralize the lead leaching into the water from the pipes.
East Oaklanders present new vision for fair development
Area residents have demanded that affordable housing, a clean and healthy environment, and good union jobs for current residents be written into any development plan for the area.
Climate Disobedience Center defends oil blockaders -- and so many others
In the face of increasing fossil fuel disasters and legal crackdowns on civil disobedience, the need for this organization and others like it has never been greater.
