Environment

The Pentagon and Hawaii, militarized state of armed occupation

September 28, 2015 By Ed Rampell

U.S. armed occupation of Hawaii threatens the lives and well-being of indigenous people and others for whom the islands are home.

Pledge in Michigan: Advocate for the earth and the poor

September 28, 2015 By Freeman Gilbert

"We will insist that our elected and appointed officials act on behalf of us, our common home and the poor."

Blankenship to finally face justice for 29 miners’ deaths?

September 28, 2015 By John Milam

The accused coal criminal, Don Blankenship, may finally face justice this coming month.

Drought turning Golden State’s redwoods brown

September 22, 2015 By Blake Skylar

For the first time, there are signs of foliage die-back on sequoia seedlings, a rare and worrying prospect.

Today in history: It’s World Car Free Day!

September 22, 2015 By Special to People’s World

The event promotes mass transit, cycling and walking, and the development of communities where jobs are closer to home and shopping is within walking distance.