KPFA - The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays

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.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Texas redistricting flag Texas democrats blast GOP redistricting plan as power-grab disenfranchising voters of color; Gaza residents still facing starvation despite limited aid allowed in by Israel; Republican bill seeks sanctions on South Africa over alleged antisemitism, support for genocide lawsuit against Israel; National Guard troops in LA being demobilized after nearly 2 months backing up immigration agents; Vatican to become world's first carbon-neutral state with massive solar electricity farm near Rome The post Texas democrats blast GOP redistricting plan as illegal power-grab; Republican bill seeks sanctions on South Africa over alleged antisemitism – July 31, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. “Epstein Island” t-shirt Former Trump lawyer Bove approved for appeals court judgeship despite Democratic objections over multiple scandals; Senate Dems use arcane law to force release of Epstein files; Dems reintroduce John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act as mid-term election battle heats up; Medicare, Medicaid celebrate 60th anniversary, weeks after congress passed largest healthcare cuts in US history US put on Civicus' civil rights watch list due to sustained attacks on civic freedoms ICE giving $50,000 bonuses to recruit deportation officers and investigators The post Former Trump lawyer Bove approved for appeals court judgeship; Senate Dems use arcane law to force release of Epstein files – July 30, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. West Bank (photo Dennis G. Jarvis) Common Cause blasts Texas, California congressional redistricting plans, saying “you can't fight gerrymandering with more gerrymandering“; Deported Palestinian peace activist and filmmaker killed by Israeli settler in Occupied West Bank; Fresno activists hold “Unheard Echoes, Silencing Due Process” on immigration policies in central valley; Britain will recognize Palestinian State unless Israel addresses Gaza humanitarian crisis; EPA to repeal “endangerment finding” that underpins federal climate regulations The post Common Cause blasts TX, CA redistricting proposals, “you can't fight gerrymandering with more gerrymandering”; Deported Palestinian filmmaker killed by settler in Occupied West Bank – July 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. Gaza clinic seeing rising diabetes due to malnutrition as aid crossings remain closed; UN holds session on 2-state solution, chief Guterres blasts destruction of Gaza and dismantling of peace in Middle East; CA, other states sue Trump administration over SNAP personal information; Activists rally to protest Kaiser halting gender-affirming care for patients under age 19; Catholic Archdiocese of LA to deliver food, medications to families afraid to leave homes due to immigration raids; Satirical songwriter Tom Lehrer dies at 97, wrote songs on civil rights, nuclear proliferation, pollution The post UN chief Guterres blasts destruction of Gaza and dismantling of peace; Activists protest Kaiser halt to gender-affirming care for youths – July 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. South African police minister fired over organized crime; Senator Padilla introduces legislative update to expand path to citizenship for millions; Governor Newsom meets with Texas lawmakers in response to Trump's Texas redistricting plan; UCSF workers hold 1-day strike to protest layoff of front-line health care workers; July 25 is UN's International Day for Women and Girls of African Descent Deportation flights begin from Florida's Alligator Alcatraz immigrant detention center, destinations unknown The post Senator Padilla legislation would expand path to citizenship; Newsom meets TX lawmakers re Trump's Texas redistricting plan – July 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. funny teacher memes Democrats propose bills to make childcare affordable, in response to GOP funding cuts; Rep Tlaib, coalition call for removal of Gaza Humanitarian Foundation as Palestinians killed seeking aid; Senators Sanders, Markey introduce bills to hike pay of teachers and school support staff; SF to pay $3 million, change policies after lawsuit over homeless encampment sweeps; Theologian criticizes right-wing Catholic policy agenda like Project 2025, opposition to gay marriage; July 24 is Earth Overshoot Day, when human consumption exceeds planet's production – a sign that we are pushing well past nature's limits The post Senators Sanders, Markey introduce bills to hike teachers' pay; SF settles lawsuit over homeless encampment sweeps – July 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. Peace Palace, home of International Court of Justice World Court rules countries that don't act on climate crisis may be liable for violating human rights law; UN Security Council debates Gaza crisis amid questions over role of UN, humanitarian law; Civil disobedience at Wells Fargo offices in SF, NYC protest bank dropping DEI, climate goals; California AG asks judge to put LA juvenile detention facilities into receivership over poor conditions, abuse of power; Florida AG investigating restaurant that held LGBTQ pride event; UN says food deprivation, shattered health system leading to catastrophic birth outcomes for pregnant women and newborns The post World Court rules countries failing to act on climate may be violating human rights law; UN Security council debates Gaza war, humanitarian crisis – July 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. KPFA speaks with Gaza correspondent about his situation amid war (full interview); Gaza crisis worsens with civilians dying of hunger or killed seeking aid; SF RV ban criticized as putting unhoused people at risk, as cities see rise in people living in vehicles Trump to pull US out of UNESCO, saying it's out of step with policies of US voters; Homeland Security planning to house immigrants at military bases in New Jersey, Indiana, Guantanamo Bay; Republicans move legislation to rename Kennedy Center opera house as “First Lady Melania Trump Opera House” The post Gaza civilians dying of hunger, or killed seeking food; SF RV ban criticized as putting unhoused people at risk – July 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. 31 nations sign statement condemning humanitarian crisis in Gaza as food site killings continue; Environmentalists, tribal leaders blast planned Delta Tunnel water diversion; Immigration court observers in Sacramento harassed by ICE agents in acts of intimidation; CA leaders say GOP budget provisions targeting Planned Parenthood's Medicaid funding could trigger public health crisis; Catholic Charities workers say management salaries ballooned while workers make poverty wages; Human Rights Watch finds rampant abuses at Florida's 3 immigrant detention centers The post 31 nations sign condemnation of humanitarian crisis in Gaza; ICE agents harassing immigration court observers in Sacramento – July 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.   Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) Justice Department seeks to unseal Epstein grand jury transcripts at Trump's direction as controversy swirls. Gaza hospitals overwhelmed and under siege; Israel's bombardments intensify as medical supplies dwindle. House narrowly approves Trump-backed rescission bill slashing foreign aid, public broadcasting. Republicans advance bill to push U.S. military spending above $1 trillion in fiscal 2026. Activists mark John Lewis Day of Action with rally for Black unity in Oakland. California presents $10 million state general fund check to California Indian Nations College to help with accreditation. San Francisco opens nation's first publicly funded disability cultural center. Democratic Representative Licardo introduces bipartisan bill for ADUs. The post Justice Department seeks to unseal Epstein grand jury transcripts at Trump's direction – July 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. UN Photo/shareef sarhan Vote on cuts to foreign aid, public broadcasting delayed over “Epstein files” dispute that split MAGA movement; California, other states sue to stop rule undermining health coverage under Medicaid and Affordable Care Act; Israeli strike hits only Catholic church in Gaza, as half of housing in Gaza has been destroyed in Israel-Hamas conflict; Trump administration officials visit Alcatraz in push to turn former prison into jail for “dangerous criminals and illegals”; National Urban League declares “state of emergency” for civil rights in US Florida “Alligator Alcatraz” immigrant detention center sparks controversy over use of FEMA funds The post States sue to stop rule undermining Medicaid and Affordable Care Act; Israeli strike hits only Catholic church in Gaza – July 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. U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Katie Grandori UN gets grim update on Gaza, including average of 28 children killed daily for last 2 years; “Hague Group” of nations calls for sanctions to hold Israel accountable for Genocide crisis; Senate angling to pass bill cutting $9 billion from foreign aid, public broadcasters PBS, NPR; Newsom blasts Trump use of National Guard in LA, warns demobilized troops could be sent to other cities; Striking farmworkers demand end to immigration raids and path to citizenship SF resolution would address ICE practices like identification of officers, impersonation of agents; Study by Mexican Consulate in LA says over 1/3 of ICE detainees lived in US for more than 20 years The post Senate close to passing $9 billion cuts to foreign aid, PBS, NPR; Newsom warns National Guard troops from LA could be sent to other cities – July 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. Clock ticking for Trump bill clawing back funds for foreign aid and public media; House hearing on campus antisemitism targets UC Berkeley, Dem Ilhan Omar compares hearing to McCarthy witch-hunts; UN reports child nutrition in Gaza doubled under Israeli restrictions; UN says civilians in Ukraine coming under fire in record numbers as Russian strikes surge; Tariff-driven inflation begins to show in rising costs for furniture, clothing, large appliances The post Deadline looms for bill clawing back funds for foreign aid and public media; UC Berkeley chancellor defends free speech at House antisemitism hearing – July 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. Ukraine flag map sticker, geography illustration vector. Free public domain CC0 image. Activists sue over conditions at “Alligator Alcatraz” immigrant detention center; UNICEF mourns 7 children killed in Gaza while waiting for water at aid site; Trump announces weapons deal for Ukraine as his frustration with Putin grows Teamsters expand nationwide trash work stoppage in solidarity with Boston workers; Activists sound alarm over toxic metals after Moss Landing battery-storage fire in Monterey County; CA sues Trump over education grant freeze, including $939 million for CA The post Trump announces weapons deal for Ukraine; Activists sue over conditions at “Alligator Alcatraz” immigrant detention center – July 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. A man hugs former Foreign Service employee Bob Gilchrist, of Washington, left, outside the State Department headquarters, Friday, July 11, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein).   State Department fires more than 1,300 in sweeping Trump administration reorganization. Senate Democrats clash with Forest Service chief over Trump's proposed firefighting budget cuts. House Democrats kick off campaign to hold Republicans accountable for Medicaid cuts in GOP budget bill. California leaders warn of severe fallout from federal workforce and program cuts. Los Angeles officials condemn ICE raids staged from historic Terminal Island site. Los Angeles mayor signs an executive directive to protect immigrant residents of the city. Federal immigration raid at Camarillo cannabis farm sparks protest, 200 arrests. The post State Department fired more than 1,300 in sweeping Trump administration reorganization – July 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. Judge orders pause for Trump executive order ending birthright citizenship; Secretary of State Rubio describes Trump disappointment with Russia over Ukraine; Palestinians describe indiscriminate killings at aid distribution sites after Israel kicked UN aid program out of Gaza; US sanctions top UN human rights official on Occupied Palestinian Territory, UN calls it “dangerous precedent”; Conspiracy theories about Epstein sex trafficking come back to haunt Trump administration; Mahmoud Khalil files $20 million lawsuit after release from immigration jail, will share any settlement with other targeted activists The post US sanctions top UN human rights official on Occupied Palestinian Territory; Judge pauses Trump order ending birthright citizenship – July 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. Texas officials tell of harrowing rescue efforts as search continues for 161 missing in floods; Amazon workers in Staten Island rally for worker “safety bill of rights” during Amazon Prime Week; NOAA nominee Jacobs vows full staffing for Weather Service in senate confirmation hearing; Spanish Prime Minister Sanchez opposes boost in NATO funding despite Trump threats, urges suspending Israel trade deal; California proclamation recognizes Disability Pride Month; Miami-Dade County mayor seeks report on deaths in ICE custody amid reports of problems at “Alligator Alcatraz” detention facility The post Amazon workers rally for worker “safety bill of rights” during Amazon Prime Week; Spanish Prime Minister urges suspending Israel trade deal – July 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. TX Governor Abbott says 109 dead 161 missing, dismisses talk of blame as the “word choice of losers”; UN trade chief says Trump's upcoming tariffs create instability with no long-term win for anybody; ICE protest in SF turns violent, video shows ICE van dragging woman more than a city block; Gaza conflict, supply shortage, overcrowded shelters creating dire environment especially for children; State senate considering bill on physician health issues, critics say it protects doctors while putting patients at risk; Trump says he's “looking strongly” at legislation for new sanctions on Russia Agriculture Secretary suggests Medicaid recipients facing new work requirements could be used to replace deported farmworkers The post TX Governor Abbott says 109 dead 161 missing after floods; ICE protest in SF turns violent as ICE van drags woman down block – July 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 flooding toll passes 100 as Administration blasts criticism of cuts to National Weather Service; SF philanthropy Tipping Point pledges billion dollar investment as city braces for Trump's Big Bill cuts; Civil rights attorney Dan Siegel passed away age 79, fought for workers, unions, human rights; Firefighters make progress on Madre fire, largest wildfire of the year so far; Governor Newsom unveils blueprint for rebuilding on 6-month anniversary of LA firestorms; Musk forms “America Party”, Trump calls it ridiculous The post Texas flooding toll passes 100 amid criticism of National Weather Service cuts; SF philanthropy pledges $1 billion as city braces for federal cuts – July 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. The post The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – July 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. Trump's Big Bill to be signed Friday after marathon vote and marathon speech by Dem leader Hakeem Jeffries; Democratic and labor leaders say Big Budget Bill will hurt workers and destroy the middle class; SF sues Trump over EPA termination of Environment Climate Justice grants; Advocates fear state cannabis tax proposals could unravel and hurt programs for children MALDEF planning million dollar lawsuit over US citizen arrested for filming ICE raid The post Trump's Big Bill to be signed Friday after marathon vote; Advocates fear state cannabis tax bills could unravel funding and hurt programs for children – July 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. Dems blast Trump's Big Bill as Republicans split over Senate changes to measure; Healthcare advocates call Big Bill an abomination with traumatic impacts on health; LA law enforcement, other leaders say ICE raids making their work more difficult; Spain, Brazil propose tax on billionaires to address global income inequality; Tesla sales plummet again as boycotts over Musk's politics keep buyers away; The post Dems blast Trump's Big Bill as Republicans split over Senate changes; LA leaders say ICE raids making their work more difficult – July 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. photo: Stephen Melkisethian Senate passes Trump's big bill, critics say millions will lose health coverage; UN Security Council discusses Gaza humanitarian crisis but reaches no consensus; Newsom touts wildfire preparedness, urges Trump to bring federal firefighting efforts in line with CA's; Gaza hospital halts kidney dialysis, limits intensive care to few hours due to fuel shortage; Homeland Security Secretary Noem wants to prosecute CNN for reporting on ICEBlock app to track ICE raids; “Trump Fragrances” cologne on sale for $249 per bottle, President says “they're all about winning, strength, and success — for men and women” The post Senate passes Trump's big bill with cuts to Medicaid; UN Security Council discusses Gaza humanitarian crisis but reaches no consensus – July 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. SF Pride (Photo by Aaron Jorbin) Senate begins voting marathon on “Big Beautiful Bill” centerpiece of Trump's domestic agenda Federal appeals court considers constitutionality of Trump use of Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans Environmental groups blast budget trailer bill that weakens CA Environmental Quality Act SF Pride March celebrates amid Trump attacks, with theme “Queer Joy is Resistance” Nearly 200,000 turn out for Pride Day in Budapest, despite Hungarian government ban on pride events LA Supervisor Solis to introduce motion for legal action against Trump immigration practices The post Senate begins voting marathon on Trump's “Big Beautiful Bill”; SF Pride March celebrates amid Trump attacks, with theme “Queer Joy is Resistance” – June 30, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. SF Trans March SF Pride weekend kicks off with Trans March despite backlash from Trump administration, courts Newsom, Sen Padilla join activists warning “Big Beautiful Bill” could devastate CA healthcare Senate rejects War Powers Act requiring congress vote before going to war Israeli Haaretz news reports Israeli officers shoot food seekers as “crowd control” Housing activists introduce legislation against criminalization of homelessness Healthcare workers protest UCSF layoffs of 200 frontline workers, demand reinstatement The post SF Pride weekend kicks off with Trans March; Senate rejects War Powers Act limiting war without Congress approval – June 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. photo: Ted Eytan Health advocates protest plans to move SF General Hospital behavioral patients to new locked unit California resisting Trump administration deadline to change policies on transgender girls in high school sports Agriculture activists say Big Beautiful Bill would give billions to big agribusiness, harm small farmers Trump boosts Big Beautiful Bill after Senate parliamentarian rules out key provisions Trump says USA will save Bibi, as he calls for cancellation of Israeli PM Netanyahu's corruption trial Trump smart phone no longer advertises “made in America”, now with “American values in mind” and “with American hands behind every device” The post Trump demands change to CA policies on transgender girls in school sports; Senate parliamentarian rules out key provisions of “Big Beautiful Bill” – June 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. Democratic lawmakers call for new War Powers Act in wake of US attacks on Iran Trump says attacks obliterated Iran nuke program, Dems say Pentagon intelligence shows otherwise San Mateo County Board of Supervisors votes to remove Sheriff Christina Corpus after voters approve measure giving board firing power over sheriff Court in Costa Rica orders release of migrants deported there by Trump administration Trump sues all judges in a Massachusetts federal court over its limits on deportations Trump administration authorizes $30 million for aid group accused of politicizing humanitarian aid in Gaza The post Democrats call for new War Powers Act after US attacks on Iran; controversy continues around effectiveness of attacks on nuclear sites – June 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. Iran-Israel ceasefire holding for now, but blame and questions continue 44 Palestinians killed while awaiting food aid in GAZA UNICEF warns if Gaza fuel blockade not ended, children will begin dying of thirst NATO agrees to boost military spending, critics blast prioritizing military over social services June 24th is International Day of Women in Diplomacy The post Iran-Israel ceasefire holding for now, but blame and questions continue – June 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. UN Security Council holds emergency weekend meeting amid fears of expanding Israel-Iran conflict after US attack Trump announces ceasefire as Dems call for limits on presidential war power HHS secretary Kennedy announces voluntary agreement on oft-criticized “prior authorization process” blamed for delaying patient care California renews legal challenge to Trump's deployment of National Guard in Los Angeles SF activists blast city budget proposal to cut vital non-profit safety-net programs Trump's “Truth Social” platform plans $400 million stock buy back as share values lose 46% of value this year Senate parliamentarian rules out “Big Beautiful Bill” provision to block contempt orders against Trump administration The post Trump announces ceasefire amid fears of expanding Israel-Iran conflict after US attack; California renews legal challenge to National Guard in Los Angeles – June 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. UN Security Council UN Security Council meetings on Ukraine-Russia and Israel-Iran wars bring calls for peace, angry accusations SF officials, Jewish Community Relations Council discuss anti-Semitic attacks, role of Jewish people in social justice movements Health advocates say republican budget bill would devastate health in CA and nationally UCFW workers in Long Beach authorize what could become largest grocery strike in modern US history June 20th is World Refugee Day ICE arrests of migrants with no criminal record jump 807% since beginning of 2025 The post Angry accusations, calls for peace at UN meetings on wars in Ukraine, Israel-Iran; Grocery workers authorize what could become largest grocery strike in modern history – June 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. photo William C Teller   “Hella Juneteenth Festival” returns to Oakland Museum of California in community-centered celebration honoring Black history and resilience US, Canadian mayors urge cooperation instead of tariffs as they meet at annual Conference of Mayors Federal Reserve keeps interest rate unchanged to protect employment and stable prices, despite Trump pressure for rate hike LA Dodgers deny ICE entry to Dodger Stadium, say “tonight's game will be played as scheduled” 4,800 troops remain in southern California, including 4,100 CA National Guard and 700 Marines The post Juneteenth marked with celebrations across US; US, Canadian mayors urge cooperation not tariffs – June 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. Photo by Steve Morgan June 18th is “International Day for Countering Hate Speech” Defense Secretary Hegseth grilled by democratic senators over military in US cities SFMTA to cut 5 Muni bus lines Saturday, critics see risks for riders and SF climate goals Pentagon authorizes mobilization of 700 troops to aid ICE in Florida, Louisiana and Texas Democratic senators propose “Insurrection Act of 2025” to limit presidents' use of troops domestically Supreme Court upholds Tennesee ban on gender-affirming care for children, 26 states have similar laws The post Defense Secretary Hegseth grilled over military in US cities; Muni to cut 5 bus lines Saturday – June 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. AP photo Eric Thayer Appeals court hears Trump vs Newsom challenge to National Guard in Los Angeles Union workers arrested while protesting SF budget cuts at Board of Supervisors meeting CA Senate committee takes up bill to ban toxic PFAS chemicals in firefighters' equipment NYC democratic mayoral candidate arrested by at immigration court Prominent Spanish-language journalist turned over to ICE after arrest covering No Kings protests in Atlanta area 60 killed, 280 injured while seeking food aid at aid distribution sites in Gaza The post Appeals court hears Trump vs Newsom challenge to National Guard in LA; CA lawmakers consider bill banning toxic chemicals in firefighters' equipment – June 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. No Kings LA rally, photo Larissa Puro “No Kings” protests across nation draw millions in protest of Trump agenda Suspect in shootings of 2 democratic lawmakers and spouses arrested, as political violence escalates to assassinations Advocates blast state budget proposal to limit Medicaid for undocumented immigrants “No Secret Police” bill would make CA first state to ban police from wearing face coverings Israel, Iran continue missile warfare as UN, diplomats call for de-escalation UN launches appeal for humanitarian aid amid cuts, saying forced into a “triage of human survival” The post “No Kings” protests across nation draw millions; “No Secret Police” bill would make CA first state to ban police from wearing face coverings – June 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. Israeli attack on Iran raise fears of regional conflagration, as diplomats call for de-escalation “No Kings” national day of action against Trump, ICE planned for Saturday Disability activists fear financial mismanagement could shutter Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired in SF State budget agreement scales back immigrant health cuts, more negotiations expected before July 1 Activists want promise shuttered CA prisons don't get re-purposed for immigrant detentions Oakland activists rally after deadly police chase, say CHP ignores city policy and endangers lives The post Israeli attack on Iran raise fears of regional conflagration; “No Kings” national day of action against Trump, ICE planned for Saturday – June 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. Sen. Alex Padilla (official photo) CA senator Padilla dragged from news conference when he tried to ask Homeland Security Secretary Noem a question Heavy rains, floods in South Africa kills dozens as climate crisis impacts African countries Activists planning “No Kings” rallies across country during Saturday military parade on Trump's birthday TX governor Abbot ordering 5,000 national guard and 2,000 state police to manage protests UN says complete collapse of internet and data services in Gaza paralyzing aid operations UN marks World Day against Child Labor, as millions of children denied fair chance The post CA senator Padilla dragged from immigration news conference when he tried to ask a question; South Africa floods kill dozens as climate crisis impacts African countries – June 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. Gavin Newsom (photo Gage Skidmore) AG Bondi defends military in Los Angeles, Newsom says Trump wants your silence, “don't give it to him” Newsom, lawmakers at odds over cuts Activists for homeless say Bay Area cities veering right with legislation in San Jose, SF and Berkeley 41 Israeli army officers say they will refuse to take part in “unnecessary eternal war” in Gaza Reporters Without Borders says dozens of journalists injured in LA, fear law enforcement deliberately targeting reporters The post Newsom blasts military in LA as attack on democracy; Newsom, state lawmakers at odds over proposed budget cuts – June 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. Trump sends more National Guard troops and Marines to LA, Dems blast move as staged spectacle Nations gather for UN Oceans conference as report says CO2 emissions making oceans more acidic Army anniversary parade on Trump's birthday to cost estimated $45 million Trump administration planning to transfer thousands of migrants to Guantanamo as soon as this week Trump, DoD Secretary Hegseth walk back calls to arrest Governor Newsom, as House Speaker Johnson says Newsom should be “tarred and feathered” Trump calls Greta Thunberg “angry person”, Thunberg says “world needs many  more young angry women” The post Trump sends more National Guard troops and Marines to LA; UN Oceans conference begins as report says CO2 emissions making oceans more acidic- June 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. Trump mobilizes CA National Guard to quell immigrant rights protests in Los Angeles Trump action sparks outrage from local and state leaders, Dems, Unions – and a lawsuit SF police arrest 152 at immigration solidarity rally, including KPFA reporter UN Oceans conference aims at treaty to protect oceans Activists present funding proposal for investments to end child homelessness in SF The post Trump mobilizes CA National Guard to quell ICE protests in Los Angeles; Activists present funding to end child homelessness in SF – June 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. USNS Harvey Milk Naming Ceremony 2016 Activists mark Gun Violence Awareness Day with rally in SF, legislation in Congress Immigrant rights activists in LA rally to protest ICE arrests at court hearings and check-ins LGBTQ veterans, State Sen Wiener, rally to protest renaming of naval ship USNS Harvey Milk Trump admin sanctions 4 International Criminal Court justices over investigations of Israeli war crimes in Gaza People in Gaza mark Eid al Ahda holiday with prayers outside destroyed mosques and homes The post Activists mark Gun Violence Awareness Day; LGBTQ veterans rally to protest renaming of USNS Harvey Milk – June 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. Big Beautiful Bill gets pushback from some Republicans, Musk, as Dems criticize court-weakening provision Central Valley farmers seeking more water pumping, dams for agriculture City workers, residents rally against Mayor Lurie's SF budget, want alternatives to cuts Dems blast Trump mass deportations, activists plan nationwide mobilization on June 14 Musk to ground SpaceX rockets used to service International Space Station after Trump threatens to cut Musk's government contracts The post Some republicans opposing Trump's Big Beautiful Bill; Dems and activists blast mass deportations, mobilizing for June 14 – June 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. Elon Musk's AI DOGE logo Man arrested for bombing fertility clinic was opposed to pro-life ideology House DOGE subcommittee republicans blast nonprofits as radical slush funds Recalled Alameda Co District Attorney Price criticizes DA Jones Dickson over death penalty resentencing Nurses at San Jose's Good Samaritan Hospital rally for contract changes to improve patient care and nurse retention ICE officers told to “push the envelope” and ramp up arrests, with or without warrants June 4 is “International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression”, also anniversary of 1989 Tienanmen Square massacre of student pro-democracy activists The post House DOGE subcommittee blast nonprofits as radical slush funds; Recalled Alameda Co DA Price criticizes successor Jones Dickson over death penalty resentencing – June 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. Ed Secretary McMahon defends $12 billion budget cut, opponents blast weaponization of fed funding Republicans blast judicial overreach in Sen hearing, Dems say judges just doing job cuz Trump breaks law Activists blast proposed Medicaid cuts with speeches, prayer, and arrests at Capitol Palestinians call new Israeli aid distribution chaotic and dangerous as dozens killed Def Scty Hegseth orders renaming of ship USNS Harvey Milk, Pelosi blasts “shameful vindictive erasure”  Trump lobbies senators for his Big Beautiful Bill, Musk calls it “disgusting abomination The post Ed Secretary defends $12 billion cuts, oppos blast weaponization of funding; GOP Senators want to rein in judges, Dems say it's Trump needs reining in – June 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. Activists launch nationwide “LIVING WAGE FOR ALL” campaign to hike minimum wage to $25/hour Youth leaders hold town hall to demand end to pepper spraying youth in Alameda County juvenile detention Students, educators, unions blast proposed state budget cuts to higher education in CA budget proposal Ukraine says weekend drone strike took out nearly 1/3rd of Russia's bomber aircraft UN chief blasts shootings at humanitarian aid sites run by Israeli-US backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation DHS removes list of “sanctuary cities” after push-back from sheriffs' association The post Youth leaders demand end to pepper spraying in Alameda County juvenile detention; Living Wage for All campaign aims for nationwide $25 minimum wage – June 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. Elon Musk's AI DOGE logo Trump bids farewell to Elon Musk in Oval Office, as DOGE leader heads back to private sector French president Macron warns Europe, US credibility at risk in Ukraine, as UN diplomats trade barbs Climate scientists hold science livestream in wake of Trump cuts to climate science Oakland congressmember Lateefah Simon blasts Trump's spending bill cuts in town hall meeting UN humanitarian official calls Gaza “hungriest place on earth” as entire population at risk of famine RFK Jr's “Make America Healthy Again” report cites scientific studies that don't exist The post Trump bids farewell to Elon Musk as DOGE leader returns to private sector; French president warns Europe, US credibility at risk in Ukraine – May 30, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Vice-President Vance brings Trump politics to Bitcoin Conference in keynote speech Activists urge Oakland mayor Lee to prioritize social services as she deals with city deficit Canada's UN ambassador calls Trump's “Golden Shield” missile defense a “protection racket” White House says Israel accepted US ceasefire proposal, Hamas studying plan Trump administration pressures hundreds of ‘sanctuary jurisdictions' with public listing The post VP Vance brings Trump politics to Bitcoin Conference in keynote speech; Oakland activists urge Mayor Lee to prioritize social services in city budget – May 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. Rally at SF immigration court condemns ICE arrests at court “Prostitution as Terrorism” report describes conflation of sex work with terrorism to justify expanded surveillance and criminalization Sen. Cory Booker to expand record-breaking Senate speech into book “Stand” RFK Jr says will ban government scientists from publishing in leading medical journals, will create in-house HHS journal Justice Dept official vows “massive lawsuits” against Univ of CA system, says must “bring these universities to their knees” The post Rally at SF immigration court condemns ICE arrests at courts; Report describes conflation of sex work with terrorism to justify expanded surveillance and criminalization – May 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. Journalist Ian Masters discusses health, other impacts of House-passed “Big Beautiful Bill” UN previews next month's “2025 Oceans Conference”, not clear whether US will attend National Nuclear Security Administration holds hearing on plan to expand production of plutonium triggers for nuclear weapons State Assembly considers bill that would disrupt homeowners' solar panel contracts US and Israel-backed aid distribution plan in Gaza devolved into chaos and gunfire on its second day of operation today Federal judge suggests Trump administration “manufacturing” chaos about efforts to deport migrants to South Sudan The post Assembly considers bill that would disrupt homeowners' solar panel contracts; NNSA holds hearing on plan to expand production of plutonium triggers for nuclear weapons – May 27, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.