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This week in history: Pearl Harbor antecedents, the attack, consequences

December 7, 2018 By Eric A. Gordon

This remains relevant as we remember the attack and also the horrific internment of Japanese Americans that followed it.

Searing indictment delivered of U.S. colonialism in Puerto Rico

November 14, 2018 By Carol Ramos Widom

Puerto Ricans and supporters described the disastrous inequities suffered by the people of Puerto Rico as a result of the colonial relationship with the United States.

California wildfire pushes toward Malibu, Pacific Ocean

November 9, 2018 By Associated Press

The fire rapidly climbed into the Santa Monica Mountains and raced toward the coast. “The perimeter is now the Pacific Ocean."

Twelve dead in yet another mass shooting

November 8, 2018 By Krysta Fauria

Using a smoke bomb and a handgun, a hooded Marine combat veteran dressed all in black opened fire during college night at a country music bar in Southern California.

The quiet Pittsburgh morning that was shattered by hate

November 1, 2018 By Denise Winebrenner Edwards

Candles and handmade signs of love and anger gave voice to heartfelt sorrow and outrage.