News – Page 3541 – People's World

Union fights scheme to privatize NYC parking meters

August 6, 2012 By Mark Gruenberg

If New York's 90,000 meters are sold, private owners would reap profits for years while the city would be left with an annual $150 million revenue hole for decades.

New Haven resident card inspires hope

August 6, 2012 By Joelle Fishman

The idea for the card came from the practical needs and stresses of the immigrant community.

$First national anti-fracking rally in D.C.$

First national anti-fracking rally in D.C.

August 6, 2012 By Loretta Roberson And Rick Roberson

"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.

Crackdown on illegal pet trade

August 3, 2012 By Blake Skylar

Over 8,700 birds and other animals have been seized - and 4,000+ people arrested - in what appears to be a large-scale crackdown on the black market Latin American bird trade.

Speaking up for sex abuse victims

August 3, 2012 By Tenzin Angmo

I was interested in July 31 news reports that the church's pastor, Jack Schaap, was fired for having sexual relationships with a minor.