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Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. 2011 Nobel Peace Prize medal image: ProtoplasmaKid/Wikimedia Commons/CC-BY-SA 4.0 United Nations ready to ramp up aid to Gaza following new ceasefire between Israel and Hamas; Maria Corina Machado awarded Nobel Peace Prize for defending democracy in Venezuela; Mass firings begin on Day 10 of government shutdown, Trump says firings will be “democrat-oriented”; State school test scores up for first time in years, while gender and wealth gaps grow; US to send 200 troops to Israel to monitor ceasefire, will not enter Gaza The post United Nations ready to ramp up aid to Gaza; Venezuelan opposition leader awarded Nobel Peace Prize – October 10, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Gazans hoping for beginning of recovery after 2 years of devastation; Gaza ceasefire agreement opens door for aid surge, UN calls for seizing moment to replace occupation with 2-state solution; Democrats introduce Voter Purge Protection Act to prevent rigging of upcoming elections; Newsom signs bill supporters call landmark antisemitism protection, opponents call it pro-Israel censorship; Los Angeles County considers declaring state of emergency in response to immigration raids; Pope Leo XIV criticizes wealthy luxury while poor suffer, says “preferential option for the poor” is essence of being Christian The post Gazans hoping ceasefire agreement opens door for beginning of recovery; Democrats unveil Voter Purge Protection Act to protect upcoming elections – October 9, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Photo Joe Ravi CC-BY-SA 3.0 Federal shutdown continues amid impasse over health insurance subsidies; Supreme Court hears challenge to Illinois vote-by-mail law; Newsom signs bill supporters call landmark antisemitism protection, opponents call it pro-Israel censorship; White House Antifa round-table blasts anti-fascist movement as left-wing terror organization; Senate hearing reignites debate over government censorship and social media moderation; Israel intercepts “Freedom Flotilla” attempting to break Gaza blockade with “floating hospital” ship, doctors, nurses, journalists; Pope Leo tells US Catholic delegation, “you stand with me and I stand with you, and the church will continue to accompany and stand with migrants” The post Supreme Court hears challenge to Illinois vote-by-mail law; Newsom signs controversial antisemitism bill, opponents call it pro-Israel censorship – October 8, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Gaza map by Wickey Attorney General Pam Bondi grilled by Democrats in Senate Judiciary hearing; Israel marks 2 years since Hamas terror attack that sparked Gaza war that some call genocide; Humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens after 2 years of war, as ceasefire negotiations and war continue; New San Francisco law aims at curbing fencing of stolen goods, welcomed by legal street vendors; San Franciscans rally in honor of murdered Urban Alchemy worker Joey Alexander The post Israel marks 2 years since Hamas terror attack that sparked Gaza war; Humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens after 2 years of war – October 7, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Global Sumud Flotilla in Tunis (photo Brahim Guedich) Supreme court hears dispute over state vs federal rules in medical malpractice lawsuits; Global Sumud Flotilla activists allege mistreatment in Israeli custody, denial of medical aid; Activists rally for “Stanford 11” pro-Palestinian students facing felony charges for occupying Stanford office; State council investigates effects of climate change global migration; Activists urge Newsom to sign bill on copper wire theft to protect communities, infrastructure The post Supreme court hears dispute over state vs federal malpractice lawsuit rules; Global Sumud Flotilla activists allege mistreatment in Israeli custody – October 6, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. US Capitol Government shutdown continues as Republicans link Dems to Marxism, Dems see attack on health care; Federal government shutdown affecting bay area with shuttered parks, long TSA lines, and housing cuts; Arguments begin in lawsuit to block IRS from sharing information with ICE and Homeland Security; 2 million Italians join marches, strike to protest Israeli interception of Gaza aid flotilla; Alameda County adopts Ethical Investment Policy, hopes it becomes model for other counties; State Senate forum hears tribal, environmental representatives on health of fish populations; The post Republicans link Dems to Marxism as government shutdown continues; Alameda County adopts Ethical Investment Policy – October 3, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Global Sumud Flotilla departs Barcelona in August Federal government shutdown continues as Dems blast health cuts, Repubs oppose aid for “illegals”; Global Sumud Flotilla to Gaza intercepted by Israeli navy, activists to be deported to Europe; Second “Conscience” flotilla on way to Gaza with 92 civilians, journalists, health workers; Alameda County to vote Friday on ethical investment policies, setting precedent for country; Verve workers vote to join union in SF, Santa Cruz as barista union movement grows; The post Federal government shutdown continues as rhetoric heats up; Global Sumud Flotilla to Gaza intercepted by Israeli navy – October 2, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Federal government shutdown begins amid dispute over health insurance subsidies; Trump administration reviewing abortion pill access based on dodgy study; Immigration activists planning “stop the hate stop the raids” protests Saturday, more October 18; California's 40th lawsuit against Trump administration gets court order protecting FEMA preparedness grants; California's 41st Trump lawsuit challenges cutoff of victim services for undocumented residents; Primatologist Jane Goodall dies at 91, transformed understanding of chimpanzees, was environmental activist and UN Messenger of Peace The post Federal government shutdown begins; immigration activists planning “stop the hate stop the raids” protests – October 1, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Trump proposes using us cities as military training grounds in speech to top brass Looming shutdown could impact vulnerable Americans. Palestinians opinion split on US President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan promising aid but barring Hamas from power. Trump proposes using us cities as military training grounds in speech to top brass. Senate panel on crime split as Republicans blame Democrats for crime in blue cities and Democrats call hearing partisan. FDA reviews common abortion medication, Planned Parenthood prepares for changes. Illinois leaders, activists resist Trump plan to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago. The post The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – Government nears shutdown appeared first on KPFA.

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Photo by S. Sobotta Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu doubles down in the face of global pressure to stop the war in Gaza. https://kpfa.org/app/uploads/2025/09/KPFA-Sharon.mp3 Palestinians in Gaza react to the countries that have recognized Palestinian statehood.https://kpfa.org/app/uploads/2025/09/KPFA-Rami.mp3 Georgetown University is in the national spotlight this week after flyers posted on campus were referred to the FBI.https://kpfa.org/app/uploads/2025/09/KPFA-Dalilah-9-26.mp3 Advocates and parents rally for the passage of AB1064,  Leading Ethical AI Development  for Kids Act. https://kpfa.org/app/uploads/2025/09/KPFAAnetta.mp3 The post The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – September 26, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. San Francisco Protesters join the global movement to protect the Gaza-bound Flotilla and end the blockade.https://kpfa.org/app/uploads/2025/09/SOBOTTA-on-ICE-ISRAEL-PROTESTS_2025-09-25_18-04-37.mp3 President of Palestinian National Authority Abbas delivers speech via video call after having his visa denied by the Trump administration.https://kpfa.org/app/uploads/2025/09/BEHRENS-on-PNA-UNWRA.mp3 KION-TV Shutdown Ends 56-Year Run, Cuts Off Spanish News for Salinas' Latinx Majorityhttps://kpfa.org/app/uploads/2025/09/SCHMITT-on-KION-.mp3 Photo provided by Indybay.org The post The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – September 25, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addresses the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025. (AP Photo/Richard Drew) 2025 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation holds annual legislative conference. Ukrainian President says Drone Strikes and AI Threaten Global Security California Climate Change Progress Highlighted at Clinton Foundation Summit The post The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – September 24, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Trump blasts Europe, climate change in longest speech of US president at UN General Assembly; UN chief calls for peace at meetings on Ukraine, Gaza, as Russia and US each blast UN efforts; Deportation and detention data disappearing, leaving families of detainees unable to find relatives; Nurses rally at 22 Kaiser Permanente hospitals blasting wage theft, layoffs and AI; Governor Newsom, democratic senators blast EPA proposal to rescind finding calling climate change public health threat The post UN chief calls for peace at meetings on Ukraine, Gaza; deportation data falling behind as deportations, arrests increase – September 23, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. More Palestinians flee Israeli escalation in Gaza City, as others remain trapped in dire conditions; France recognizes Palestinian state as US, Israel boycott UN meeting on2-state solution; World leaders will vow to reduce fossil fuels at UN climate summit, as countries fall short on response; California becomes first state to ban face coverings by ICE, other law enforcement officers; Trump administration halts annual food security reports, calling them “fear-mongering” and “liberal fodder”; Pentagon bars reporters from reporting information without authorization, even if it's not classified The post More Palestinians flee Israeli escalation in Gaza City; France recognizes Palestinian state as US, Israel boycott UN meeting – September 22, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. photo: Jessica Rodriguez Rivas Government shutdown looming as lawmakers reject both Republican and Democratic stop-gap budget bills; Activists blockade Oakland airport terminal to protest weapons shipments to Gaza; CDC fails to recommend Covid vaccines for first time, major California insurers say they'll continue to cover the shots; Judge tosses out Trump's $15 billion lawsuit against New York Times; Report says 15 of every 16 Palestinians killed by Israel in Gaza was a civilian; Sunday Sept. 21 is International Day of Peace, UN chief Guterres says, “Peace is everyone's business” The post Government shutdown looms at end of month as lawmakers reject stop-gap budget bills; Activists blockade Oakland airport to protest Gaza weapons shipments – September 19, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Oakland International Airport Democrats blast detentions of DACA recipients as cruel to people who've only known America as home; Democrats unveil measure to bar states from mid-decade redistricting to end state “redistricting wars”; Oakland People's Arms Embargo urges end of arms shipments to Israel from Oakland airport; Uber, Lyft drivers protest use of Artificial Intelligence as technology that takes jobs from humans; US again vetoes Gaza ceasefire, hostage resolution at UN Security Council; September 18 is International Equal Pay Day, worldwide women make 10% less than men The post Democrats blast detentions of DACA recipients as cruel; activists urge halt to arms shipments to Israel from Oakland airport – September 18, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Photo: Raed Mansour Senate Finance Committee introduces “Billionaire Sales Tax” in response to weak economy, Trump policies; Fired CDC chief Monarez tells senators public health headed to “dangerous place” under Health Secretary Kennedy; Governor Newsom touts Prop 50 redistricting plan as polls show growing support; Parents of children who harmed themselves warn of dangers of AI Chatbots; California considering AI bills to protect children from AI threats; California, Oregon, Washington issue joint vaccine recommendations in lieu of politicized CDC; UN warns governments undermining Global Convention on Refugees and Asylum-seekers The post Senate Finance Committee introduces “Billionaire Sales Tax”; Fired CDC chief says public health headed to “dangerous place” under Health Secretary Kennedy – September 17, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. 2023 rally photo: rajatonvimma Senators grill FBI chief Patel over Charlie Kirk assassination, FBI firings, handling of Epstein files; Thousands of Palestinians flee Israel's Gaza City offensive, others trapped with no place to go and no way to get there; Commission of Inquiry report tells UN that Israel committing acts of genocide in Gaza; Garnet wildfire now 85% contained, protecting giant sequoia grove now priority; Democratic senators say use of military lawyers as immigration judges violates ban on military in law enforcement; Hearings begin in youth activists' lawsuit over Trump climate executive orders The post FBI head Patel grilled by democrats and republicans at senate hearing; Commission report tells UN Israel committing genocide in Gaza – September 16, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Doha, Qatar   Secretary of State Rubio joins Israeli Prime Minister in show of support, as Arab and Moslem countries hold emergency summit on Doha attack; UN officials accuse Israel of intentionally killing journalists in Gaza; Spaniards protest Israeli participation in cycling competition over Gaza, forcing cancellation; Legislature passes bill to protect college students from antisemitism, ACLU and teachers union call it infringes on academic freedom; Scholars blast UC Berkeley giving Trump administration list of 160 faculty members over claims of antisemitism; Latino support for Trump plummeting according to Somos Votantes poll; UN Gender Snapshot report says world is retreating from gender equality, calls 2025 “a moment of reckoning”; September 15th is “International Day of Democracy”, Sept 15-Oct 15 is “Latino Heritage Month” in California The post Arab and Moslem countries hold emergency summit on Doha attack; Legislature passes controversial campus antisemitism bill – September 15, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Officials announce arrest of suspect in assassination of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk; UN Security Council holds emergency meeting on Russian drone incursions in Poland; UN General Assembly votes overwhelmingly to support 2-state solution to establish Palestinian state; Trump's AI Action Plan raises concerns over China's surveillance network, privacy in US;  Trump sending National Guard to Memphis over crime, despite 25-year low crime rate The post UN Security Council meets over Russia drones in Poland; UN General Assembly votes to support 2-state solution for Palestinian state – September 12, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Poland map by Burmesedays, amendments and translation by Globe-trotter and Alexander Tsirlin   Poland consulting NATO after Russian drones incursion, as US lawmakers call for sanctions on Russia; Congressmember Huffman discusses Trump authoritarianism and possible budget shut-down; Common Cause opposes gerrymandering but sees reason for California redistricting plan; Arab countries blast Israel attack on Doha at UN Security Council meeting on airstrikes; Religious leaders urge SF Supervisors to approve resolution to end death penalty in California; Democracy is failing worldwide, according to “Global State of Democracy 2025” report The post Poland consulting NATO after Russian drone incursion; Arab countries blast Israel's attack on Doha at UN Security Council – September 11, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Missouri House passes GOP redistricting plan, Dems vow to keep fighting racist roll-back of rights; Revised US job numbers suggest weakening economy, White House says revision shows need for new leadership; Health professionals warn Trump threatens public health by weakening EPA power to regulate greenhouse gases; Oakland city council considers plan to close homeless encampments and RV camps; UN says Gaza hospitals operating at 3-times capacity, as mass casualty events average 8 per day; American anti-Islamic biker gang members hired to oversee security at controversial “Gaza Humanitarian Foundation” food distribution sites; New study for first time links emissions from big oil companies to heat waves as climate activists say time for polluters to pay The post Missouri House passes GOP redistricting plan; advocates blast weakening of EPA power to regulate greenhouse gas pollution – September 10, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

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Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Photo: Jaber Jehad Badwan Israeli strike demolishes high-rise in Gaza City as Israel tells Palestinians to evacuate; Aid ship headed for Gaza hit by drone causing fire, was part of largest aid flotilla to date; Labor, immigrant advocates speak out on massive immigration raid at Hyundai plant in Georgia; Attorney General Bonta sues LA Sheriff over inhumane conditions in county jails; Bay area Kaiser workers join strike for labor agreement,protesting unsafe staffing, burnout, patient care; UN human rights chief warns of global “glorification of violence”; Trump posts “Apocalypse Now” parody showing helicopters over Chicago, writes “Chicago about to find out why it's called the Department of War The post Israeli strike demolishes high-rise as Gaza City attacks escalate; Attorney General Bonta sues LA Sheriff over inhumane jail conditions – September 8, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Trump signs executive order changing Department of Defense to Department of War; Wildfire air pollution a growing problem exacerbated by climate change according to UN report; Healthcare workers protest short staffing, soaring executive pay at Sutter Health in Sacramento; Legislature passes measure to warn parents when schools targeted by immigration enforcement; US sanctions 3 leading Palestinian human rights groups for supporting investigation of alleged Israeli war crimes in Gaza; September 5th is “International Day of Charity” in honor of anniversary of death of Mother Teresa The post Trump signs order changing Defense Department to Department of War; UN warns of wildfire air pollution driven by climate change – September 5, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Health Secretary Kennedy faces harsh criticism from Dems and Repubs at Senate committee hearing; CA Assembly passes bill blocking ICE from getting private health data without warrant or court order; Legislature passes bill creating ICE warning system to tell parents when schools targeted by immigration raids; Palestinians displaced by Gaza City offensive but don't know where to go; KPFA's Gaza correspondent Rami Almeghari and family flee Israeli escalation; Firefighters make progress against Garnet fire in Fresno County near Sierra Nevada sequoias; Governor Newsom puts cost of military in LA at nearly $120 million The post Health Secretary Kennedy faces bipartisan criticism in Senate hearing; State measure would create school warning system for immigration raids – September 4, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. New Orleans (Photo: Chris Litherland) Trump mulls sending military to New Orleans, as Dems blast “wannabe dictator” moves; Lawmakers submit bipartisan bill to ban congress members from trading stocks; AG Bonta sues Catholic hospital in Humboldt County for refusing to perform emergency abortion; SF, Yolo counties urge masking as Covid surges in California, 30 states; Florida to become first state to eliminate all childhood vaccine mandates; CA, Oregon, Washington launch “West Coast Health Alliance” as response to dismantling of public health; Scotland to stop funding companies that provide weapons to Israel, Utrecht University in Netherlands announces boycott of Israeli institutions The post Trump mulls sending military to New Orleans; Bonta sues hospital for refusing to perform emergency abortions – September 3, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Federal judge rules Trump's use of military in Los Angeles was illegal; Union leaders accuse Trump administration of largest union-busting effort in US history; Gaza Freedom Flotilla sets sail to break Israeli blockade to deliver humanitarian aid; SF Mayor Lurie accepts donation and moves police hi-tech surveillance unit into Trump-owned building; International Association of Genocide Scholars declares that “Israel's policies and actions in Gaza meet the legal definition of genocide” The post Federal judge rules Trump's military in LA was illegal; Union leaders blast Trump for largest union-busting effort in US history – September 2, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

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Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. UN Headquarters (Photo: Manuel Elias) State senate passes bill looking at California purchase of oil threatening Amazon rainforest and communities; 20 years after Hurricane Katrina, authors from Katrina Bookshelf share research on lasting cultural trauma; US revokes visas of Palestinian officials ahead of next month's high-level UN General Assembly meeting; Firefighters facing obstacles as they work to contain Garnet fire at Kings Canyon National Park; Israel declares Gaza's largest city “dangerous combat zone”, 1 million Palestinians expected to be displaced by military assault on Gaza City; August 29 is International Day Against Nuclear Tests, UN chief urges ratification of test ban treaty saying, “Stop playing with fire, now is the time to silence the bombs before they speak again”; Neil Young posts “Big Crime” on YouTube, song blasts fascism, soldiers on streets, “big crime in DC at the White House The post State senate passes bill on California oil purchases and threats to Amazon rain forest; US revokes visas of Palestinian officials ahead of next month's UN General Assembly meeting – August 29, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Annunciation Catholic School, Minneapolis photo: Chad Davis Police describe hate-filled documents by alleged Minneapolis school shooter, as mayor joins calls for ban on assault weapons; Report says Oakland airport is key node for shipment of military supplies to Israeli military; UN staff urge human rights chief to describe Gaza war as genocide; UN chief Guterres calls for ceasefire, protection of civilians, “no more excuses, no more obstacles, no more lies” Massive Russian attack on Ukraine capitol targets homes, railways, shopping center, kindergarten The post Minneapolis mayor joins calls for ban on assault weapons after school shooting; Council on American-Islamic Relations labels UC Berkeley hostile to campus free speech – August 28, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Political map of Israel-Palestine by Zamand Karim Congressmember Lateefah Simon tells Pacifica about use of military in cities; UN Security Council members – except US – sign statement recognizing man-made famine in Gaza; Jewish Voices for Peace floods the offices of Senators Padilla, Schiff demanding end to famine and genocide in Gaza; Largest Muslim civil rights group calls UC Berkeley hostile to Palestinian rights, anti-war activists; Grand Jury refuses to indict man for assault by throwing sandwich at Customs & Border Patrol agent; Alligator Alcatraz likely to be empty in days, after holding as many as 1,000 detainees earlier; FDA approves updated Covid-19 vaccines, but puts new restrictions on who can get them   The post UN Security Council members – except US – sign statement recognizing famine in Gaza; Jewish Voices for Peace floods Senators Padilla, Schiff offices demanding end to genocide in Gaza – August 27, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Gaza City residents struggle to find food since Israel took over aid distribution from UN; Democratic National Committee passes resolution on aid for Gaza, defeats one to cut military aid to Israel, then withdraws the successful resolution; Israelis block roads in “Day of Disruption” to protest attack on Gaza City, call for end of war; Man arrested for burning flag outside White House hours after Trump's flag burning executive order; Judge dismisses Trump lawsuit against all 15 Maryland federal judges, calling it “potentially calamitous”; Illinois Governor Pritzker, other top Dems warn Trump to stay out of the cities they run The post Gaza City residents struggle to find food as Israel prepares assault; DNC defeats Gaza resolution, passes another then withdraws it – August 26, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Trump issues Executive Order to create National Guard units to quell unrest, end cash bail, and send flag burners to jail; UC law school dean Chemerinsky discusses Trump executive orders with KPFA; Democratic leaders blast Trump sending troops to democrat-run cities; California celebrates Transgender History Month as trans people face attacks from Trump administration; Illinois becomes first state to create legal advice line “Illinois Pride Connect” for LGBTQ residents; Israel hits Gaza hospital with missile, then second strike as medics, journalists rush to help, killing 20 The post Trump Executive Order creates National Guard units to quell unrest; Democratic leaders blast Trump sending troops to democrat-run cities – August 25, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

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Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. photo: Tom Arthur Texas state senate committee advances GOP plan to redraw congressional maps before midterm elections; Governor Newsom signs “Election Rigging Response Act” to neutralize Texas redistricting; Gaza City residents face another displacement as Israel moves to occupy Gaza's largest city; ICE agents use teargas, tackle protesters outside SF immigration court;; State lawmakers urge University of California to return native remains, artifacts after audit finds universities fail to act; UN observes “Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism”; Florida paints over rainbow crosswalk memorial honoring Pulse Nightclub shooting victims The post Texas senate committee advances GOP congressional redistricting; Governor Newsom signs “Election Rigging Response Act” to neutralize Texas redistricting – August 21, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Texas house passes GOP redistricting plan as CA lawmakers prepare Dem redistricting response; SF task force deciding fate of city commissions, including Sheriff Department Oversight Board; San Franciscans protest Trump over racism, fascism, immigration, human rights, program cutbacks; Israel mobilizing 60,000 reserves as it begins assault to occupy Gaza City; State Department announces sanctions on judges, prosecutors at International Criminal Court, world's first international war crimes tribunal; Judge rules Texas can't require 10 Commandments in certain public schools; DC civilian sent to hospital after collision with National Guard mine-resistant ambush protected all-terrain vehicle The post Texas house passes GOP redistricting plan; SF task force deciding fate of Sheriff Department Oversight Board – August 20, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. California lawmakers moving CA redistricting legislation in response to Trump's Texas redistricting move; Bay-Delta advocates blast legislation to fast-track Delta tunnel construction; LA city council discusses fear and trauma from federal immigration raids; Oklahoma creates 50-question test for teachers from NY, CA to combat “radical leftist ideology”; UN observes August 19 “World Humanitarian Day”, warns 2025 could be worse than last year's record deadly year for aid workers   The post California legislative committees advance CA Election Rigging Response Act; Bay Delta advocates blast legislation to fast-track Delta tunnel – August 19, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Trump peace summit with Zelensky, Euros ends with no cease-fire, vague commitment on security guarantees for Ukraine; CA, 20 other states sue Trump administration for linking crime victims aid to sanctuary policies; “Stop Billionaires Summer” movement blocks “BlackRock” investment headquarters in SF over fossil fuel pollution; 500,000 Israelis rally in Tel Aviv saying government transformed just war in to a pointless war; Trump says DC takeover made it safe to eat out, research shows restaurant attendance plummeted 31% after troop deployment The post Trump peace summit ends with no cease-fire, vague commitment on security guarantees for Ukraine; 21 states sue Trump over linking crime victim aid to sanctuary policies – August 18, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Photo Kremlin.ru Judge restores DC control of police, as DC sues to end Trump's takeover; Trump, Putin hold friendly peace meeting in Alaska, but no deal on Ukraine yet; Oakland Mayor Lee criticizes Trump threats targeting cities for ICE enforcement; Protesters block Wells Fargo's SF headquarters to protest labor, climate, diversity roll-backs; UN says 1 in 4 Gazans have disabilities due to war, 35,000 have hearing damage from repeated explosions The post District of Columbia sues to end Trump's takeover of police; Trump, Putin hold friendly peace meeting but no deal yet – August 15, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Gavin Newsom (photo Gage Skidmore) Newsom announces Nov 4 special election to temporarily redraw congressional districts, in response to Texas redistricting; Budget, staff cuts at National Forest Service threatens firefighting, visitor services nationwide, including CA's Inyo National Forest; UN report warns of steep rise in sexual violence during conflict, 4,600 endured abuses used as weapons of war; Judge orders Health & Human Services Dept to stop sharing Medicaid enrollee data with deportation officials; Man in Washington DC faces federal criminal charges and prison for allegedly assaulting Customs and Border Patrol agent with a sandwich The post Newsom announces Nov 4 special election to temporarily redraw congressional districts; Budget, staff cuts at National Forest Service threaten CA's Inyo National Forest – August 14, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Texas democrats in Indiana call for state action to counter Texas GOP redistricting, as Newsom prepares November ballot measure; San Franciscans protest Israeli killing of Al Jazeera journalists, UN calls it grave breach of international law; Bernie Sanders announces measure to reverse Trump cuts to Social Security, on eve of program's 90th anniversary; MALDEF sues to challenge scholarship revocation of transgender athlete; United Educators San Francisco rally to protest payroll problems that left some educators unpaid; LA hosts CA mayors to discuss impact of ICE raids on their communities; Federal immigration policies threaten patient care and medical training, according to report in Journal of the American Medical Association The post Texas democrats call for state action to counter Texas redistricting; San Franciscans protest Israeli killing of Al Jazeera journalists – August 13, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. National Guard Memorial Building Trump's Washington DC takeover begins, sparking criticism of growing authoritarianism; SF labor activists raise funds for Palestine Federation of Trade Unions to protect rights of workers; ICE arrest of disabled high school student triggers creation of safety zones at LA schools; Water diversions from Mono Lake to LA endangering gulls in sensitive ecosystem; Netanyahu in talks with South Sudan to resettle Palestinians from Gaza; Federal court in SF hearing case on National Guard in LA, with implications for deployments in other cities; Trump considering 600-strong National Guard “quick reaction force” to quell protests in cities The post Trump's Washington DC takeover begins as National Guard arrives; ICE arrest of disabled high school student triggers LAUSD moves to protect students- August 12, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. National Guard in DC 2021 Trump takes over DC police, sends National Guard in move Dems blast as authoritarian power grab; Israeli attack kills 5 reporters, 4 from Al Jazeera, UN calls it breach of international humanitarian law; Netanyahu plans takeover of entire Gaza strip as malnutrition rises; Activists blast Gaza Humanitarian Foundation for violence linked to Israeli-backed group's food sites; Federal judge in SF begins hearing on whether troop deployment in LA violates federal law, as administration extends troop activation through November 6th The post Trump takes over DC police, sends in National Guard; Israeli attack kills 5 reporters in action UN calls breach of international humanitarian law – August 11, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Congressional district map Palestinians fearful of Israel plans to take over Gaza City as part of escalation to take over nearly entire Gaza Strip; Newsom, Pelosi join Texas dems in Sacramento as governor plans November ballot measure to counter TX redistricting; Trump hosts leaders of Armenia, Azerbaijan for signing of peace agreement creating “Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity”; Israel planning to take over Gaza City, world leaders call it dangerous escalation; Historic Golden Rule Anti-Nuclear sailboat visits SF Bay with warning about Gaza genocide, 6 decades after sailing into Marshall Islands to halt US nuke testing; Saturday August 9 is “International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples”, and 80th anniversary of atomic bombing of Nagasaki The post Palestinians fear Israeli plans to take over Gaza City as part of escalation; Newsom, Pelosi join Texas dems in Sacramento as redistricting battle heats up – August 8, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Texas senate committee approves GOP redistricting plan while Dems hold out in other states to block quorum; ICE uses rental truck to surprise and round up day laborers in LA despite court order on ICE stops; California teaming up with big tech companies to bring Artificial Intelligence courses to classrooms; State Supreme Court orders Public Utilities Commission to reconsider cuts to rooftop solar owners; Altadena residents protest State Farm rate hikes, reluctance to pay for fire damage after massive wildfire; Federal judge blocks construction at Alligator Alcatraz immigration jail, as ICE builds new detention centers at military bases in Texas, Indiana, New Jersey; Air Force denying early retirement options for transgender servicemembers, using medical screenings to find transgender members who do not come forward The post Texas senate committee approves GOP redistricting plan; ICE uses rental truck to surprise and round up day laborers in LA – August 7, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Texas democratic lawmakers undeterred after bomb threat, as redistricting battle spreads to more states including California; Antinuclear activists mark anniversary of Hiroshima bombing with Livermore Lab protest against nuke testing and research; Voting Rights Act turns 60, as Supreme Court actions continue to erode landmark civil rights law; Federal judge hears environmental challenge to “Alligator Alcatraz”, as Indiana plans its own “Speedway Slammer” immigrant detention facility; Civil rights lawsuit against Alligator Alcatraz goes to hearing Friday August 8; UN official says Israeli plan to expand military operations in Gaza risks catastrophic consequences for millions of Palestinians The post Redistricting battle spreads to more states including California; Antinuclear activists protest nuke testing and research on anniversary of Hiroshima bombing – August 6, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Texas republicans fail again to vote on GOP redistricting plan, as democratic lawmakers hold out in other states; Federal judge orders officials to produce agreements showing what agencies and contractors have authority at Florida's Alligator Alcatraz immigrant detention center; California to close expensive Norco prison, 4th state prison closed in last 4 years; Rwanda becomes 3rd African nation to accept deportees, following secretive agreements with South Sudan and Kingdom of Eswatini; UN says children in Gaza dying from hunger and “the total collapse of the systems meant to protect them”; 40 arrested at Gaza war protest Monday night at Trump International Hotel in NYC The post Texas republicans fail again to vote on GOP redistricting plan; 40 arrested at Gaza war protest at Trump International Hotel in NYC – August 5, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Texas House of Representatives (photo Eric Haynes) Texas democratic lawmakers leave state to block scheduled republican redistricting vote; Nations negotiating global plastic pollution treaty as new report urges action on public health emergency; Activists celebrate appeals court victory on order barring discriminatory ICE practices in Los Angeles; Israeli airstrike on Red Crescent headquarters in Gaza kills aid worker, building struck multiple times during rescue efforts; Homeland Security Secretary Noem in talks with Arizona, Nebraska, Louisiana about setting up Alligator Alcatraz-style state detention facilities The post Texas Dems leave state to block republican redistricting vote; Activists celebrate victory on court order barring discriminatory ICE practices in LA – August 4, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Activists sue to block termination of TPS deportation protections for migrants fleeing dangerous homelands; California sues Trump administration over attacks on gender-affirming care; Gaza humanitarian crisis sparks calls for action in US and abroad to end military aid to Israel, recognize Palestinian state; Biden accuses Trump administration of trying to “dismantle the constitution” in speech to National Bar Association; Smithsonian removes reference to Trump's impeachments from museum exhibit on presidential power; Trump orders 2 nuclear submarines to region near Russia because of tweets from former Russian president The post Activists sue to block termination of TPS deportation protections; Gaza humanitarian crisis sparks calls for action in US and abroad – August 1, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.