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A daily six minute newscast featuring stories from around the nation on a wide range of social, community, and environmental issues.

Public News Service


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    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - June 20, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 6:01


    Trump can keep National Guard in Los Angeles for now, appeals court rules; Experts warn of normalization of political violence; FL shellfish industry, communities push governor to ban Apalachicola drilling; Utah weighs cost of repealing clean-energy tax credits.

    PNS Daily Newscast: June 20, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 6:01


    Trump's new two-week negotiating window sets off scramble to restart stalled Iran talks; Public lands supporters to rally during Santa Fe governors' meeting; ASU launches initiative to build 'stronger news ecosystem'; 'Dr. Beetle': Local biology teacher uses art to pique curiosity about bugs.

    PNS Daily Newscast: June 19, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 6:01


    Israel, Iran trade strikes as Trump weighs U.S. involvement in conflict; Challenge to ND gender-affirming care ban in play, despite SCOTUS ruling; 'Jubilee Day' was honored before Juneteenth in 1800s Indiana; Ohio urged to restore $61M for foster care in final budget talks.

    PNS Daily Newscast: June 18, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 6:01


    Israel announces wave of strikes on Tehran after Trump demands Iran's unconditional surrender; NYC mayoral candidate Brad Lander arrested at immigration court; Federal bill would dim rooftop solar's future, says Michigan CEO; Despite known Iowa nitrate risks, EPA focuses on fluoride; Georgia's Macon-Bibb County launches justice reform plan.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - June 17, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 6:00


    Israel and Iran trade strikes on fifth day of conflict; Congress is holding emergency briefings on security after Minnesota shootings; MA lawmakers consider single-payer health care system; OR farmers block construction of new factory farm; CA lawmakers consider making End of Life Option Act permanent.

    PNS Daily Newscast: June 17, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 6:01


    American Bar Association sues Trump administration over executive orders targeting law firms; Florida universities face budget scrutiny as part of 'anti-woke' push; After Hortman assassination, MN civic trainers dig deeper for bipartisanship.

    PNS Daily Newscast: June 16, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 6:01


    Death toll grows as Israel and Iran trade attacks for third day; Chicago Jewish group leads hunger strike for Gaza; House reconciliation bill risks job losses, higher energy bills in SD; NY group helps immigrants being detained in courthouse raids.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - June 13, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 6:01


    Trump warns Iran to agree to a deal 'before there is nothing left'; 'No Kings' rallies planned across Massachusetts on Saturday; NV disability advocate alarmed by proposed cuts to Medicaid; Advocates push for economic inclusion during Pride Month in GA.

    PNS Daily Newscast: June 13, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 6:01


    Tensions over L.A. immigration sweeps boil over as Padilla is tackled, ICE arrests pick up; IN residents watch direction of Trump spending bill amid state budget cuts; More than two dozen 'No Kings' events planned Saturday across Montana.

    PNS Daily Newscast: June 12, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 6:00


    RFK Jr. taps eight new members for CDC's vaccine advisory panel; Colorado communities to join national 'No Kings' protests Saturday; End of hospital emergency abortion care rule will affect rural KY women; LIHEAP cuts could put lives at risk in rural Alabama, advocates warn.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - June 11, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 6:00


    Military parade marches into political maelstrom as troops deploy to L.A.; CA makers of compostable packaging call for state, federal policy changes; Hog feces detected in NC homes near large farming operations; Could FPL's $9B rate hike deepen FL energy affordability crisis?

    PNS Daily Newscast: June 11, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 6:00


    Protests over immigration raids are popping up across the US with more planned; 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' could close Colorado hospitals; Report: Michigan kids improve in finances and family, lag in education; Indy Pride turns 30, refuses to be quiet.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - June 10, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 6:01


    At least nine killed in Austria school shooting; Camp Pendleton Marines deployed to L.A.; after ICE protests; KY teachers: Just say 'no' to national school voucher program; Report: CT ranks 8th in child well-being, economic challenges remain; NC lawmakers considering dam safety grant fund.

    PNS Daily Newscast: June 10, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 6:01


    Marines being mobilized for LA protests as California sues Trump administration; Judge restores AmeriCorps funding in 24 states, but not Montana; New report shows gains and gaps for Indiana kids; County leader working to change the way Michigan handles trash.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - June 9, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 6:01


    Newsom formally asks Trump to pull National Guard out of L.A.; Experts examine ethics of lethal animal population control in CA; MA ranks high in child well-being but prices limit families' success; Dissecting MN's budget for climate change fighting funds.

    PNS Daily Newscast: June 9, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 6:01


    National Guard arrives in Los Angeles as fallout from immigration raids continues; Colorado jumps up five spots to 12th nationally for child wellness; Expert: Michiganders could pay millions to support outdated coal plant.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - June 6, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 6:01


    Russia pummels Kyiv in apparent retaliation for Ukrainian drone assault; Federal program shake-up leaves Ukrainian workers in ND in limbo; Clean energy credit repeal could cost NC jobs, raise bills; Report: MS earns failing grade for maternal mental-health support.

    PNS Daily Newscast: June 6, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 6:01


    Trump Musk feud explodes with claim president is named in Epstein files; Disaster recovery workshops slated for eastern KY small business owners; As trans rights roll back, gender-diverse Virginians face job market barriers; Federal budget bill would mean big cuts for NY state.

    PNS Daily Newscast: June 5, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 6:01


    Elon Musk continues to blast Trump spending with 'Kill the Bill'; AR summer food programs prepare to feed students; Study: Blacks and Latinos burdened by being 'superusers' of gasoline; NYC midwives union approves strike authorization.

    PNS Daily Newscast: June 5, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 6:01


    Elon Musk continues to blast Trump spending with 'Kill the Bill'; AR summer food programs prepare to feed students; Study: Blacks and Latinos burdened by being 'superusers' of gasoline; NYC midwives union approves strike authorization.

    PNS Daily Newscast: June 4, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 6:01


    DHS: Boulder suspect's wife, kids in ICE custody; Pennsylvanians with disabilities question GOP's proposed Medicaid cuts; MT funds early literacy programs but school district buy-in is low; Study says a focus on positive youth traits is key to justice reform in AL.

    PNS Daily Newscast: June 3, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 6:01


    Supreme Court turns down challenge to ban on semiautomatic rifles; Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' sets sights on clean energy in Colorado; Corporate practices jack up Mississippi's egg prices.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - June 2, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 6:01


    A man attacked a march for Israeli hostages in Colorado; Headed to the beach in MA? Watch out for marine debris; Expert breaks down myths surrounding same-sex families and adoption; International students sue NE firm for being recruited to work in CAFOs.

    PNS Daily Newscast: June 2, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 6:01


    Multiple injuries, evacuations after 'terror attack' on Boulder's Pearl Street Mall; PA climate advocates criticize possible partnership between U.S. Steel, Nippon; Survey: Americans support LGBTQ products during Pride Month; CA Senate to consider extension of Habitat Conservation Fund.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - May 30, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 6:01


    Trump makes a new push to 'decouple' U.S. from China; 'Get ready now' for active hurricane season; Third Ohio city joins global pact to strengthen food systems; Funding cuts risk care for 816,000 at PA community health centers.

    PNS Daily Newscast: May 30, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 6:01


    Trump's visa clampdown plunges 275,000 Chinese students in U.S. into uncertainty; HIV testing, outreach falter in MS amid federal funding cuts; WV residents could foot bill for VA data center infrastructure; MI senator sponsors tax credit, cash allowance bills to help families.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - May 29, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 6:01


    Stocks, dollar rally as Trump tariffs hit court roadblock; Federal, state laws pull back and forth on immigration policies in Maryland; NY bill would force drugmakers to report delays in offering generics.

    PNS Daily Newscast: May 29, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 6:01


    Trump's not happy about TACO - Wall Street's name for tariff flip-flops; Spokane coalition aims to diversify city's economy; Indiana animal research lab reduced to shoestring staff; Louisiana Dems call union opt-out bill an attack on labor; Alcohol addiction on rise among Massachusetts women.

    PNS Daily Newscast: May 28, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 6:01


    Trump pardons reality show couple convicted of bank fraud, tax crimes; Medicaid cuts may threaten solvency of NY Community Health Centers; Oil and gas companies fail to disclose toxic chemicals at Colorado well sites; Notre Dame rallies leaders to shape social media; Lawsuits filed against National Park Service over Yellowstone bison plan.

    PNS Daily Newscast: May 27, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 6:01


    Russia responds to Trump's criticism of Putin: There is 'emotional overload' right now; NC House passes post-Helene grant program for small businesses; AZ group 'alarmed' by possible cuts to U.S. consumer watchdog agency; Job training stipends help MA residents get ahead; Ocklawaha River restoration hangs in balance as FL budget stalls.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - May 23, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 6:01


    Harvard sues Trump administration to halt federal ban on enrolling international students; New climate change research: People can't fight it alone; Imprisoning KY parents has worsened foster care crisis; Soap Box Derby prepares future IN race car drivers.

    PNS Daily Newscast: May 23, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 6:01


    Trump administration says it's halting Harvard's ability to enroll international students; Post-George Floyd, MN communities drive Black wealth building; FL's fluoride ban sparks concerns over dental health; Despite barriers, TN adults want college degrees.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - May 22, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 6:01


    House passes Trump's sweeping tax-cut bill, sends it to Senate; 2 Israeli Embassy staff members killed outside Jewish museum in DC; Federal budget cuts could mean EV tax credit loss for drivers; Alabama's prison medical fees raise barriers to care, burden families; Five years after George Floyd's murder, assessing racial justice progress.

    PNS Daily Newscast: May 22, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 6:01


    Trump confronts South Africa's president in Oval Office, pushes false claims of white genocide; Ahead of George Floyd anniversary, feds try to scrap police oversight plans; Three Montana counties top U.S. list for moms' reliance on Medicaid; Duke Energy bill could harm 'anyone breathing air' in NC.

    PNS Daily Newscast: May 21, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 6:01


    Trump pushes House GOP to pass his budget bill; Medicaid critical for maternal and infant health in rural CO; Fear of detention prevents some WA migrants from getting food; Report says many AL adults want college degrees but face barriers; MT Native leaders say civic engagement brings legislative wins.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - May 20, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 6:01


    Rep. LaMonica McIver charged by DOJ over incident with ICE agents; WA to see more prescribed burns thanks to new liability fund; Medical copays lock out incarcerated people from health care in NC prisons; Slaughterhouse line speeds raise concerns in GA over worker safety.

    PNS Daily Newscast: May 20, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 6:01


    IVF clinic bombing should be a security wakeup call for fertility centers, experts say; Illinois is first state to restrict federal access to autism-related data; Virginia ranks in top 10 for lowest rates of deaths on the job; Food security researchers in 20 countries thought they had U.S. funding. Then Trump took office.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - May 19, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 6:01


    House Republicans advance bill on Trump's legislative agenda.; Federal budget bill could stall growth and investment in Appalachia; Five OR consumer protection bills move closer to becoming law; Advocates: AL could improve public safety with broad 'clean slate' laws.

    PNS Daily Newscast: May 19, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 6:01


    Joe Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' prostate cancer; Tornado strikes Kentucky, leaving at least 18 dead; Proposed proof-of-citizenship bill could impact all registered voters in Texas; Challenges arise in efforts to track, stop spread of avian flu.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - May 16, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 6:01


    Millions under threat of strong tornadoes and violent winds as storm danger increases Friday; Expanded Clean Slate laws in NC, US could improve public safety; TX farmers and ranchers benefit from federal conservation funds; Head Start supports WA parents, celebrates 60 years.

    PNS Daily Newscast: May 16, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 6:01


    Supreme Court justices appear divided in birthright citizenship arguments; Leaders from Montana, rural U.S. talk taxes at policy summit; Connecticut lawmakers push child tax credit forward.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - May 15, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 6:01


    Supreme court to hear arguments in fight over birthright citizenship; Repeal of clean energy incentives would hurt AK economy, families, advocates say; Iowa dairy farm manure spill kills 100,000 fish; Final piece of AL's Sipsey Wilderness protected after 50-year effort.    

    PNS Daily Newscast: May 15, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 6:01


    Kennedy defends downsizing, clashes with Democrats in tense hearings; Under budget plan, KY would face large gap in SNAP funding; MI corrections officers rally over stalled pension bills; 1000 Women Strong mobilizes Black women in NC to get engaged locally; Trump's proposed budget threatens Chesapeake Bay Restoration efforts in PA.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - May 14, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 6:01


    Trump lands in Qatar after meeting Syrian leader in Saudi Arabia; NC directory connects people of color with the land; NJ - Medicaid cuts projected to eliminate health insurance coverage for millions; MS teacher shortage threatens education gains, expert says.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - May 13, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 6:01


    House GOP reveals Trump's tax breaks for tips, overtime and car loans, but costs run high; Rural Alabama faces a dual health, internet crisis; Report: WI youth mental health struggles at all-time high; Homeless advocates say Common Sense Institute report misses the mark.

    PNS Daily Newscast: May 13, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 6:01


    Trump and China call off the divorce; Court ruling allows transgender troop removal to proceed; NC University provides guaranteed opportunity to students in struggling region; Program elimination, job loss as DOGE cuts funds for NM's AmeriCorps.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - May 12, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 6:01


    Dow soars 1,000 points after Trump team and China dramatically lower tariffs; Alabama lawmakers send grocery tax cut bill to governor; Probation, supervision after incarceration comes with a catch in NC; How immigrants can protect themselves and their data at the border.

    PNS Daily Newscast: May 12, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 6:01


    Trump administration poised to accept 'palace in the sky' as a gift for Trump from Qatar; 283 workers nationwide, including 83 in CO, killed on the job; IL health officials work to combat vaccine hesitancy, stop measles spread; New research shows effects of nitrates on IA's most vulnerable.

    PNS Daily Newscast: May 9, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 6:01


    Trump urges Speaker Mike Johnson to raise taxes on the wealthy, adding new wrinkle to massive GOP bill; New Sierra Club dashboard tracks IN coal pollution; Report says moms spend 167% more time parenting than dads; MI 'clean fuels' backers speak out as Congress could end EV tax credits.

    PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - May 8, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 6:01


    Cardinals elect the first Amerian Pope; Howard University program addresses Black male enrollment crisis; Black maternal health remains focus of PA lawmakers; Old laws, big impact: The origin of Alabama s habitual offender law.

    PNS Daily Newscast: May 8, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 6:01


    Black smoke signals no pope was elected on first day of Vatican conclave; Nine in 10 people surveyed back climate action; 'Three-Fifths' comments ignite Indiana controversy; In Minnesota, SNAP benefits reach farmers markets, other parts of the economy.

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