KPFA - The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays

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KPFA - The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays

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.

  1. U.N. report warns of significant warming without immediate climate action and calls for lowering greenhouse gas emissions – October 24, 2024

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    U.N. report warns of significant warming without immediate climate action and calls for lowering greenhouse gas emissions – October 24, 2024

    Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Proposition 33 could repeal Costa-Hawkins Act, allowing local rent control in California. California Apartment Association backs Proposition 34, dubbed the “Revenge Initiative” by opponents. Creek Fire highlights catastrophic threats – and solutions – to Sierra forests and parks. Las Lomitas educators strike for second day in Menlo Park, demanding higher wages and benefits. San Francisco Superior Court workers strike, shutting down Hall of Justice on Bryant Street. Sacramento Walkabout: Capitol Building / Photo: Daniel X. O’Neil The post U.N. report warns of significant warming without immediate climate action and calls for lowering greenhouse gas emissions – October 24, 2024 appeared first on KPFA.

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    UN pauses polio vaccination drive in northern Gaza amid escalating violence – October 23, 2024

    Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. UN paused polio vaccination drive in northern Gaza amid escalating violence. Pentagon chief Lloyd Austin said evidence shows North Korea sent 3,000 troops to Russia, and warned of serious issue if they join Ukraine war on Moscow’s side. Boeing reported over $6 billion Q3 loss amid uncertainty over striking workers’ contract. Harris criticized Trump after John Kelly said he wanted generals like Hitler’s. Man pleaded guilty to making interstate threats against top election officials, judges, and federal agents in Colorado and Arizona. The post UN pauses polio vaccination drive in northern Gaza amid escalating violence – October 23, 2024 appeared first on KPFA.

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  3. The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – October 22, 2024

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    The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – October 22, 2024

    Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Afro-Colombian women perform during the opening ceremony of COP16, a United Nations’ biodiversity conference, in Cali, Colombia, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024. (AP Photo/Fernando Vergara) The United Nations hosts an international conference on the protection of global biodiversity in Cali, Colombia. The campaign against the recall of Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao ramps up with two weeks to go to the election. San Francisco ballot proposition could buoy public transportation infrastucture for years to come. California law enforcement tout major successes in stamping out the illegal cannabis industry. Thousands of emission-free schoolbuses hit the road this semester throughout California. The post The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – October 22, 2024 appeared first on KPFA.

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  4. 3 DAYS AGO

    Israel plans more strikes in Lebanon targeting Hezbollah-run bank it accused of funding rocket attacks – October 21, 2024

    Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Israel plans more strikes in Lebanon targeting Hezbollah-run bank it accused of funding rocket attacks. Global environmental leaders meet in Colombia for UN’s COP16 to address declining biodiversity and review conservation commitments. As Election Day nears, Harris campaigns with Liz Cheney while Trump rallies with Ben Carson. New research finds spike in U.S. infant deaths following Supreme Court’s 2022 abortion ruling and state-level restrictions. San Francisco schools chief Matt Wayne resigns after backlash over school closures; Maria Su appointed new superintendent. The post Israel plans more strikes in Lebanon targeting Hezbollah-run bank it accused of funding rocket attacks – October 21, 2024 appeared first on KPFA.

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  5. The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – October 18, 2024

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    The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – October 18, 2024

    Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Yemeni soldiers shout slogans in front of a billboard showing Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar during an anti-Israel rally in Sanaa, Yemen, Friday, Oct. 18, 2024. Arabic reads, “martyr Yahya Sinwar”. (AP Photo/Osamah Abdulrahman) Palestinians mourn the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar as others hope it can spur the end of Israel’s ongoing war. Hezbollah prepared for escalation in fighting with Israel in wake of Sinwar’s death. UNIFIL Peacekeepers to hold its positions in southern Lebanon despite attacks by Israel. Puerto Rico moves toward climate resilience in the face of hurricanes by reimagining its power source.   The post The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – October 18, 2024 appeared first on KPFA.

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  6. OCT 17

    The Israeli military confirms killing Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in Gaza battle – October 17, 2024

    Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. The Israeli military has confirmed that its forces killed Hamas’ top leader, Yahya Sinwar, in Gaza. Troops reportedly encountered him during a battle on Wednesday, later identifying his body in the rubble as the man Israel had been pursuing for over a year. President Joe Biden will make a quick trip to Berlin before US election to discuss Ukraine and democracy with allies. Presidential campaigns hold rallies in Wisconsin, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania as early voting begins in some states. San Francisco board of supervisors approves proposed ‘cash not drugs’ sobriety pilot program. Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao urged voters to oppose recall during green industry event. Berkeley voters to decide on taxing large buildings for natural gas use in November. Yahya Sinwar, head of Hamas in Gaza, chairs a meeting with leaders of Palestinian factions at his office in Gaza City, on April 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Adel Hana, File) The post The Israeli military confirms killing Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in Gaza battle – October 17, 2024 appeared first on KPFA.

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  7. OCT 16

    Israeli strikes kill 27 in Lebanon – October 16, 2024

    Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice.   Officials say Israeli airstrikes have targeted areas across Lebanon, killing at least 27 people in the past 24 hours. UN Security Council held an emergency meeting after U.S. urged Israel to stop blocking Gaza aid. As the Biden administration warns Israel to increase Gaza aid or risk losing U.S. weapons funding, Palestinians in Gaza wait to see if they will receive the necessary assistance or not. New data shows 36 million Latinos are eligible to vote in 2024, could play decisive role in presidential election. The Supreme Court heard arguments today in a case between the city and count of San Francisco and the Environmental Protection Agency over clean water standards. Sam Liccardo accused opponent Evan Low of illegal ad spending in contentious South Bay congressional race. Mayor Breed announced the expansion of a successful pilot program which offers on-demand opioid-treating buprenorphine for fentanyl addiction. The post Israeli strikes kill 27 in Lebanon – October 16, 2024 appeared first on KPFA.

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  8. Berkeley city workers stage ‘practice picket’ over contract dispute ahead of possible strike vote – October 15, 2024

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    Berkeley city workers stage ‘practice picket’ over contract dispute ahead of possible strike vote – October 15, 2024

    Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Berkeley city workers held a “practice picket,” protesting on the steps of Berkeley City Hall for an hour over the city’s handling of their contract dispute and ahead of a possible strike authorization vote next week. The Biden administration warned Israel to increase humanitarian aid to Gaza within 30 days or risk losing U.S. weapons funding. The United States deployed a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense battery, also known as THAAD, to Israel. Federal disaster workers resumed door-to-door visits in North Carolina after militia threat temporarily suspended efforts. Oakland mayor Sheng Thao and her supporters rallied against the recall effort against her in Chinatown. The post Berkeley city workers stage ‘practice picket’ over contract dispute ahead of possible strike vote – October 15, 2024 appeared first on KPFA.

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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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