Consumers league: Plight of restaurant workers makes dining out unappetizing
Restaurant servers don't receive the federal minimum wage of $7.25 an hour - they get only $2.13, the federal "tipped minimum wage." That wage has been the same for 21 years.
Doctors converge on DNC to defend Obamacare
A big bus emblazoned with the words, "Patients Over Politics" rolled into town during Carolina Fest.
New Jersey’s chromium spill site to be torn down
Nearly 30 years after toxic chromium spilled from the E.C. Electroplating plant, the EPA announced that the building would be demolished.
Community group will join probe of toxic Chevron fire
A community environmental organization will participate directly in investigating the disastrous Aug. 6 fire at Richmnd, Calif.'s Chevron refinery.
Hopes soar as Elwha dams come down and salmon return
For 100 years, two hydroelectric dams on the Elwha River blocked fish from their spawning grounds, destroying one of the world's most bountiful salmon fisheries.
Quakes rattle Texas: fracking disposal wells to blame?
Seismologists have concluded that wastewater disposal wells from fracking are causing the unpleasant phenomenon, adding new controversy.
Thousands of fish dead as Midwest waters heat up
As the blazing summer temperatures heat up lakes and streams, the number of fish affected -- including endangered species -- has come as an unpleasant surprise to concerned scientists.
First national anti-fracking rally in D.C.
"Stop the Frack Attack" was the clear message sent by some 5,000 protesters at the first national demonstration against hydraulic fracturing held in front of the Capitol Building.
In Israel, Romney flubs on health care
In yet another foot-in-mouth blunder, Mitt Romney today praised Israel's health care system for its financial efficiency, suggesting the U.S. should follow its example.
Happy birthday, Medicare
Retirees and health care advocates will celebrate the 47th anniversary of Medicare this week in events throughout the country.
