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The Pacifica Evening News is a collaboration of KPFA and KPFK in Los Angeles and KFCF in Fresno. The hour-long newscast airs on all three stations each weeknight at 6:00 PM. KPFA News broadcasts news headlines throughout the day at 5:55, 7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 10:00, 12:00 and 4:00. Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice.
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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice.
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Hope and fear in Gaza as hostages, prisoners released on day 4 of ceasefire, but Israel limits aid into Gaza;
Health workers launch 5-day strike against Kaiser, largest workplace action in history of union;
California caps insulin copay at $35, becoming 29th state to cap cost of insulin;
Trump trade wars hurting farmers as tariffs cut US farm exports by $800 million;
ICE use of full-body restraints during deportations raises concerns over inhumane treatment
The post Hope and fear in Gaza as hostages, prisoners released on day 4 of ceasefire; California caps Insulin copay at $35, becoming 29th state to cap cost of insulin – October 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.
The post The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – October 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.
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.
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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.
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 – September 29, 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.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu doubles down in the face of global pressure to stop the war in Gaza.
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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
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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 introduce NOPE Act to prevent government suppression of dissidents, like critics of late conservative Charlie Kirk
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.
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