Today in history: Zoot Suit riots rock L.A.
In 1943, simmering racial unease exploded as hundreds of white sailors stationed in Los Angeles stormed into East L.A. and began beating Hispanics.
Indigenous news: May 27 to June 3
A recent event at Oak Flat Campground featured Apache rhymers and their colleagues from Dine (Navajo), Ogala Lakota, Sicangu Lakota, and Yaqui cultures.
Labor led coalition wins victories in Philly primary
The city's labor movement came together to nominate James Kenney as the Philly Democrats' mayoral candidate this November.
Confederate flag buried belatedly in Florida
A park was the scene here on Memorial Day (May 25) of a symbolic ceremony of burial for the Confederate flag.
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.
