Former NYC Mayor Bloomberg Won’t Run for President in 2020

STEVE PEOPLES AND JULIE PACE / THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Mar 5, 2019 After mulling a possible run for months, the billionaire media owner announced his decision on Tuesday. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

In Policy and Practice, California Is Showing Up Our President

Bill Boyarsky / Truthdig Sep 18, 2018 The Golden State is leading by example in tackling some of the era’s most pressing issues and pushing back on an oppressive administration. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Remembering Ron Dellums: Congressman and Anti-War Activist Led With His Principles

Staff / Truthdig Jul 31, 2018 The rare example of an activist politician able to work effectively from within the American political system, Dellums distinguished himself by taking strong stances about divisive issues in America and on the global stage. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

If You’re a Protester in Chicago, Big Brother Is Watching You

By Mick Dumke / ProPublica Jun 12, 2018 The Rahm Emanuel administration has continued the city's long, troubled history of snooping on groups exercising their First Amendment rights—and now state legislators want to let it use drones. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )

NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio Begins Second Term

The Associated Press Jan 1, 2018 Sen. Bernie Sanders administers the oath of office in an outdoor ceremony held in freezing weather at City Hall Park. De Blasio declares that the "deepest, truest stakeholders of this town" are the working people. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Baltimore Takes Down Confederate Monuments Overnight

Emily Wells / Truthdig Aug 16, 2017 Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh said she was acting in the "best interest" of her city by ordering the statues removed. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Tom Hayden Fought for the Rights of All Living Things

Bill Boyarsky / Truthdig Oct 29, 2016 The progressive activist compiled an impressive record in California and local politics—from 18 years in the state Capitol to a variety of community crusades. Even shelter animals benefited from his work. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Louisiana Reporter Arrested for ‘Trespassing’ While Trying to Access Public Records

Emma Niles / Truthdig Mar 27, 2016 Local news station WBRZ filed a legal request for documents, but investigative reporter Chris Nakamoto was put in handcuffs after he arrived at City Hall. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

The Shocking, Unacceptable Levels of Hunger and Homelessness in American Cities

By Kali Holloway / AlterNet Dec 23, 2015 A new report looks at the issue in 22 cities across the country. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Minneapolis Black Lives Matter Members Regroup, Respond After Police Break Up Encampment

Staff / Truthdig Dec 4, 2015 The reasons Minneapolis police and city officials cited for breaking up the Black Lives Matter encampment that had formed outside the 4th Precinct station may have been predictable, but protesters were not: Their responses showed they were prepared to be flexible. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

In Chicago, Mayor’s Staff Can’t Find the Key to the Handcuffs

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Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel Fires Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy

Staff / Truthdig Dec 2, 2015 Emanuel has made an example of his city's top cop one week after the release of video footage showing the shooting death of 17-year-old Laquan McDonald by police Officer Jason Van Dyke. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )