The Alternative Daily

Ask most Americans about the significance of Cinco de Mayo, and you may get the response that it’s Mexican Independence Day. Sorry, wrong answer....

Communal living, ubiquitous in the 1960s, is making a comeback in some areas. The concept is simple: Like-minded individuals and families make a home...

They’ve stood by you through thick and thin, and you know you can always depend on them. Friends — they’re a vital part of...

On April 22, Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe pulled a President Obama and issued an executive order that bypasses a Republican-majority state congress that has...

The allure of eating at a “farm-to-table” restaurant is compelling. When you enter one of these supposedly conscientious businesses, you assume that you are...

This faux “ground meat” recipe is a tasty alternative to store-bought processed soy-based “ground beef.” Both cauliflower and mushrooms absorb flavors and provide a...

These days, Democratic and Republican politicians don’t agree on much, but in Illinois, a member of each party is sponsoring legislation that would help...

A fundamental goal of good parents is wanting to ensure their children have the best quality of life possible. However, are today’s children better...

We only have one planet, and we know we need to take good care of it. One way to do this is to keep...

Our ancestors relied on herbs, essential oils and other natural ways to stay well. On the flip side, their world included medical practices far...