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Greenhouse Gases, Global Sea Level and Ocean Temperature Broke Records in 2022
The burning of fossil fuels is “the main driver of increasing atmospheric CO2,” according to a new report by NOAA.
RICO Charges Attempt to Paint Stop Cop City Movement as a Criminal “Conspiracy”
The sweeping 109-page indictment presents acts of mutual aid and zine reading as evidence of a criminal “conspiracy.”
Activist Responds to RICO Charges Intensifying Criminalization of Stop Cop City
“Everything that the state has accused the movement of doing is ultimately a projection,” says Micah Herskind.
Last Three Months Were the Hottest on Record, Says EU Climate Agency
“Climate breakdown has begun,” United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres lamented.
Nation’s Oldest, Largest Latino Civil Rights Group Issues FL Emergency Plan
“Don’t let [DeSantis] make Florida the symbol of politically driven racism,” LULAC’s president said in a statement.
Former Proud Boys Leader Tarrio Receives 22-Year Sentence for Capitol Attack
Enrique Tarrio was sentenced to 22 years in federal prison for instigating the January 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol.
Global Plastics Treaty Comes Closer to Reality With Release of First Draft
Advocates called the draft an “important milestone” but remain wary of language on recycling and waste management.
Strikes May Cost Warner Bros. 10 Times More Than Demands of WGA Would Have
WGA and SAG-AFTRA are demanding changes to residual pay as well as worker protections against AI.
Texas Goes After Out-of-State Abortions, Forces Prosecutions of Abortions
Texas is doubling down on its draconian abortion laws — both locally and at the state level.
Employers and Trade Associations Are Resisting Heat Protections for Workers
Few states have rules mandating that all outdoor workers have access to water, rest and shade.