Digital News Report- The University of California, Santa Cruz has recently faced the possibility of cutting its Community Studies major, which could adversely affect many local non-profits. The major requires students to…
Author: Greg Cook
Greg Cook is a political activist from San Francisco who enjoys hiking, reading, and going to the movies. He became a writer for Digital News Report in December 2008 and was one of the first writers for the organization. In March 2009 he became an assistant editor to help assist with the increasing volume of stories. He remains one of the most frequent contributors.
He was born and raised in San Francisco and reports on local events as well as political news and activism from around the world. Greg is a frequent traveler and has a strong interest in global politics and cultures.
14 Dead in NY Shooting
Digital News Report- Fourteen people have been confirmed dead after a violent shooting in Binghampton, New York at an immigration services center. Thirty-seven hostages were removed from the building, four of whom…
Is Michael Moore’s Next Film About the Economic Crisis?
Digital News Report– Controversial filmmaker Michael Moore was spotted at the Senate Finance Committee hearing about the rescue effort, which may be a clue as to the focus of his next film. …
Sarkozy May Walk from G20 Summit
Digital News Report- French President Nicolas Sarkozy has threatened to walk out of the G20 Summit on Thursday in London if stricter international financial regulations are not met, according to Finance Minister…
Limbaugh Billboard Debuts in Florida
Digital News Report- The long discussed Rush Limbaugh billboards have finally made their debut in West Palm Beach, FL today, sponsored by the Democratic National Committee. The mobile billboard, which reads “Americans…
8-Year Old Tracy Girl Missing, $7000 Reward
Digital News Report- Hundreds have joined the search effort to find an 8-year old Sandra Cantu, who went missing from Tracy, CA on Friday, but so far there has been no clues…
National Walk for Epilepsy in DC
Digital News Report- This weekend thousands of epilepsy advocates, caregivers, patients and their families joined television stars and sports celebrities at the nation’s Capitol today to support the third annual National Walk…
Turn Off Your Lights for Earth Hour
Digital News Report- From 8:30pm to 9:30pm local time on March 28th, lights will be shut off around the world from the Vegas Strip to the Eiffel Tower. The event, organized by…
New Pell Grant Limts in California
Digital News Report- According to a report released by the Campaign for America’s Future (CAF), an additional 27,547 students in California can receive Pell Grants for college if lender subsidies are cut. …
Plan B Contraceptive Available to 17-year-olds
Digital News Report– A federal judge has ordered the Food and Drug Administration to let 17-year-olds to obtain Plan B, the emergency contraceptive that is also known as “the morning after pill.” …