Capitalists caught misusing immigration law
DALLAS — A giant construction project for a bridge across the Trinity River is costing a fortune, helping no one and may not go anywhere.
In economic crisis, ordinary people create solutions
"We the people" - Local communities are creating human networks of food banks, community gardens, medical clinics, telephone hotlines and more.
Clergy deliver prayers to Sen. Joe Lieberman
An interfaith group of clergy and supporters rallied at Sen. Joe Lieberman's Hartford office Tuesday to present hundreds of personal prayers in support of health care reform.
Francisco “Paco” Rodriguez, Chicago boxer dies after brutal fight
The boxing community here is mourning the death of Francisco "Paco" Rodriguez, 25, who died over the weekend due to repeated blows to the head after a brutal boxing match in Philadelphia.
NFL charts new course on concussion policy
The NFL and its players union recently announced the approval of independent neurologists to evaluate head injuries and treating players due to concussions.
New mammogram guidelines: What’s a woman to do?
New guidelines have turned life upside down for women used to having a mammogram and breast examination every year starting at age 40, and doing monthly self-examinations.
States reap benefits with health reform
Blanche Lincoln and Joe Lieberman took center stage in the health care debate this past week.
House hearing debates Cuba travel
A bill to end the Cuba travel ban got a lively debate in a House committee last week.
Ft. Hood victim remembered with drums and dance
CHICAGO — About 100 young people, friends and family gathered Nov. 13 to celebrate with bomba drums, dance and songs, the life of Private Francheska "Cheka" Velez one of the 13 victims of the Ft. Hood tragedy.
CT NAACP calls on Lieberman to support health bill
A Connecticut delegation of civil rights groups met with Senator Joseph Lieberman's staff yesterday to urge the Senator to support comprehensive health care reform.
