"Built to Last" won first place in The Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU 17) video contest. This short film explores the connection between New Urbanism and environmental

"Built to Last" won first place in The Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU 17) video contest. This short film explores the connection between New Urbanism and environmental issues.

Independent filmmaker John Paget (www.pagetfilms.com) created the film in collaboration with First+Main Media (Drew Ward, Chris Elisara, and John Paget). More information is available at www.firstandmain.tv.

Amid rising anti-Asian violence, filmmaker and actor Bee Vang, known for *Gran Torino*, will discuss Hollywood's role in perpetuating anti-Asian ideas. A Hmong-American activist, journalist, and

Amid rising anti-Asian violence, filmmaker and actor Bee Vang, known for *Gran Torino*, will discuss Hollywood's role in perpetuating anti-Asian ideas. A Hmong-American activist, journalist, and policy researcher, Vang has also appeared in "Modern Family" and "Comisery."

Vang will join co-hosts Michelle Meow and John Zipperer on "The Michelle Meow Show" at The Commonwealth Club on Thursday, April 22, at 12:00 PM PDT.

For more information, support, and events from The Commonwealth Club, visit: commonwealthclub.org/covid19support, youtube.com/user/commonwealthclub, commonwealthclub.org/events, commonwealthclub.org/membership, support.commonwealthclub.org/sslpage.aspx?pid=298, commonwealthclub.org/watch-listen, facebook.com/thecommonwealthclub, instagram.com/cwclub, twitter.com/cwclub.

California boasts a 150-year legacy of environmental leadership, protecting wilderness, restricting oil drilling, regulating emissions, and boosting energy efficiency. Its foresight was recognized

California boasts a 150-year legacy of environmental leadership, protecting wilderness, restricting oil drilling, regulating emissions, and boosting energy efficiency. Its foresight was recognized in the 1963 Clean Air Act, granting a waiver for stricter state standards—a tool still vital today in challenging national CAFE standard changes.

Explore California's pioneering environmental policy, examining its successes and challenges. The state has committed to 100% zero-carbon electricity and carbon neutrality by 2045. Experts, including John Hofmeister (Shell), Bob Holycross (Ford), and Mary Nichols (CARB), will discuss this bold move for the world's fifth-largest economy. Learn more at https://climateone.org/.

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game plans to kill bears to save the struggling Mulchatna caribou herd, which has plummeted from 200,000 to 16,000. However, scientists and conservation groups,

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game plans to kill bears to save the struggling Mulchatna caribou herd, which has plummeted from 200,000 to 16,000. However, scientists and conservation groups, including the Center for Biological Diversity, contend this program lacks scientific support. Courts have already ruled against the initiative.

Independent experts identify disease and food scarcity, exacerbated by climate change, as the primary drivers of the caribou's decline, not bear predation. They assert that killing bears will not achieve long-term recovery. Wildlife management should prioritize science, sustainability, and ecosystem protection over scapegoating.

An Alaska Superior Court ruling permits the state to kill an unlimited number of black and brown bears across 40,000 square miles of southwest Alaska this summer. The state claims this "bear

An Alaska Superior Court ruling permits the state to kill an unlimited number of black and brown bears across 40,000 square miles of southwest Alaska this summer. The state claims this "bear control program" will boost a struggling caribou herd, but there is no scientific evidence to support this assertion.

Cooper Freeman, Alaska director at the Center for Biological Diversity, expressed concern about the "unlawful plan's irreversible consequences" and the lack of scientific basis. He emphasized the need to protect wildlife based on science, not "disgraceful waste of the state’s limited resources."

The Center for Biological Diversity and Alaska Wildlife Alliance are collaborating to stop this program. Support their efforts in this critical fight.

This video highlights Jean Oniske, a 37-year-old Indigenous woman missing from Thompson, Manitoba, since April 18, 2026. The Thompson RCMP seeks public assistance. Jean is 5’ 8”, 145 lbs,

This video highlights Jean Oniske, a 37-year-old Indigenous woman missing from Thompson, Manitoba, since April 18, 2026. The Thompson RCMP seeks public assistance. Jean is 5’ 8”, 145 lbs, medium build, with brown eyes and shoulder-length light brown hair (sometimes blonde highlights). She often wears a hoodie and sweatpants.

Jean last spoke to family on April 18th and 23rd, 2026, in Thompson; her current whereabouts are unknown, raising concern from family and RCMP. If you have information, contact Thompson RCMP at 204-677-6909. Anonymous tips: Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.

Ashlynn Bottle, a 23-year-old Indigenous woman, has been missing from Thunder Bay, Ontario, since April 26, 2026. Police and her family are concerned for her well-being.

The Thunder Bay

Ashlynn Bottle, a 23-year-old Indigenous woman, has been missing from Thunder Bay, Ontario, since April 26, 2026. Police and her family are concerned for her well-being.

The Thunder Bay Police Service seeks public assistance to locate Ashlynn. She is 5'3" with a thin build, brown eyes, and long, dark-brown hair. She was last seen wearing a black crop top, jacket, red baseball cap, burgundy sweatpants, red and white Jordan shoes, and carrying a black backpack.

If you have information, contact the Thunder Bay Police Service at 807-684-1200. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or visit www.p3tips.com.

Winnipeg Police seek public assistance locating Ashtyn Bruyere, a 17-year-old Indigenous girl missing since April 28, 2026. Last seen in Winnipeg's Crestview neighborhood, Ashtyn is 5'4",

Winnipeg Police seek public assistance locating Ashtyn Bruyere, a 17-year-old Indigenous girl missing since April 28, 2026. Last seen in Winnipeg's Crestview neighborhood, Ashtyn is 5'4", approximately 140 lbs, with brown eyes and long brown hair. Reference # R26-501.

If you have information, please contact Winnipeg Police (204-986-6250), Bear Clan Patrol (204-794-3568), Morgan's Warriors (431-996-3966), or anonymously via Crime Stoppers (204-786-8477). This video, part of a channel focusing on MMIW+ and Indigenous issues, is not monetized and uses content respectfully. Visit AboriginalAlert.ca for more.

Brown pelicans, once decimated by the feather trade and toxic pesticides, made a remarkable recovery. Following the U.S. ban of DDT and habitat protections under the ESA, their populations

Brown pelicans, once decimated by the feather trade and toxic pesticides, made a remarkable recovery. Following the U.S. ban of DDT and habitat protections under the ESA, their populations rebounded, leading to their full removal from the endangered species list by 2009.

Leading up to Endangered Species Day on May 15, we're highlighting marine animals protected by the U.S. Endangered Species Act. Join us in defending this landmark law and species like these: https://oceana.ly/ESA

In 1865, Patrick Brown’s great-grandfather escaped slavery on Oakley Grove Plantation, later establishing a farm now in its fourth generation. Patrick is committed to regenerative farming and

In 1865, Patrick Brown’s great-grandfather escaped slavery on Oakley Grove Plantation, later establishing a farm now in its fourth generation. Patrick is committed to regenerative farming and industrial hemp, ensuring his century-old farm thrives for another 100 years and subverts its grim legacy.

Join us in supporting the Brown Family’s powerful vision of stewardship and hard work. Help them transform a challenging past into a prosperous future.

DONATE HERE: https://gofund.me/97e8bc7d