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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. “Earth on Fire” image by Cristian Ibarra Santillan (licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic license) UN Chief Guterres says “you cannot build peace on a burning planet” at COP-31 climate summit; Democrats hold What’s Next conference in Denver after midterm blue wave; Administration honors veterans with study on psychedelics to treat vets’ PTSD, as House passes 2 competing bills on Vets benefits; International health experts meeting to assess whether U.S., Mexico have lost their measles elimination status; Conservative 3-term incumbent Lauren Boebert loses Colorado House seat to democrat Laubacher in surprise upset The post UN chief tells climate summit “you cannot build peace on a burning planet”; Democrats hold What’s Next conference after midterm blue wave – November 13, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Nvidia’s Santa Clara HQ (photo by Will Buckner / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0 (cropped)) CEO of chipmaker Nvidia resigns after extramarital affair involving allegations of espionage; Governor Newsom’s commutation of state’s death sentences splits crime victims’ families, some file lawsuit; CA responding to climate challenges amid federal budget cuts to science and research; Trump bluntly tells JD Vance to shift focus from Iran to targeting ‘corruption and crime’ at home; Democratic Sen. Blumenthal says he’s being investigated for conducting a congressional inquiry The post Nvidia CEO resigns after extramarital affair, allegations of espionage; Crime victims responds to Gov. Newsom’s commutation of death sentences – November 12, 2026 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. Physical map of Iran using Lambert Conformal Conic projection (licensed under Creative Commons (CC-BY 4.0) license). Rubio tells G7 nations military action in Iran not needed, as countries debate future after US elections; LA councilmembers say ready to work with mayor-elect Raman despite not endorsing her in election; SF creating new ethics rules for city contracting, a step in implementing voter-approved ballot measure; UN chief Guterres tells Paris Peace forum they’re coming together in a world that is splitting apart; November 11 is World Science Day for Peace and Development, created to bring science closer to society, and to recognize the role scientists play in understanding this fragile planet and making our societies more sustainable. This year’s theme is “Common ground through science diplomacy” The post Rubio tells G7 nations military action in Iran not needed; SF creating new ethics…

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Democrats plan gains on health care and Social Security, while Trump lurches further to right with appointment of Stephen Miller as his chief of staff As Congress reconvenes, impeachment of Pete Hegseth will be on the table, charged with multiple legal and constitutional violations, including extrajudicial killings in international waters and waging an illegal war on Iran. LA mayor-elect Nithya Ramen joins protestors to speak against ICE agents who blocked emergency room access High costs to persist unless there are structural changes; we speak with economist Rick Wolff Israeli election still unresolved; tens of thousands of tents in Gaza collapse in rains, while UN says over 1 million displaced Palestinians at risk this winter Global climate talks begin tomorrow in Turkey, as UN COP 31 gets underway on the brink of strongest El Niño on record, supercharged by fossil fuels. The post Dems plan…

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. DSA Rose (image by 4theloveofallthings licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 International license) Two new Democratic Socialists in congress to be joined by 6 newly elected DSA-backed members; East Bay Congresswoman Aisha Wahab, first Afghan American elected to Congress in August, discusses anti-Muslim rhetoric and “blue tsunami”; Trump taps advisor Steve Miller as Chief of Staff, was architect of Trump’s immigration crackdown; Defense Secretary Hegseth pushes back on calls for his impeachment; Houston mayor signs order to limit cooperation with ICE, says ‘elections matter’; November 6 is International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict The post Two Democratic Socialists in congress to be joined by 6 newly elected; Defense Secretary Hegseth pushes back on calls for his impeachment; – November 6, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. London’s Marble Arch during Trump’s 2018 visit (image by SumOfUs licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic license) Trump’s proposed memorial arch poised to pass final hurdle, as opponents speak out at key hearing; Californians voted on 14 state propositions, defeating Billionaire’s Tax, Voter ID measure; Democratic Socialist Nithya Raman defeats Bass for LA Mayor after bitter campaign, socialists now mayors of country’s 2 largest cities; Gov. Newsom says he’ll commute all 548 death sentences in state to life without parole, Gov-elect Becerra says he’ll extend state’s moratorium on executions; On this date in 1872, Susan B. Anthony cast vote in presidential election, was arrested, fined $100 which she didn’t pay; On Nov 5, 1930, socialist writer Sinclair Lewis became first American to win Nobel Prize in Literature The post Trump’s proposed memorial arch poised to pass final…

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Native and African American women, Latinos bring new representation to Congress and states; FL governor DeSantis calls midterms “extinction-level event” for GOP; State Senator Wiener leading fellow Dem Chan to fill Nancy Pelosi’s SF congress seat; Bay Area voters approve tax measure for regional transit to avoid collapse of BART, buses; Democratic sweep of Congress ushers in new era as Trump acknowledges impact of Iran war The post Native and African American women, Latinos see wins in elections; FL governor DeSantis calls midterms “extinction-level event” for GOP – November 4, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Six hours of live coverage of the 2026 midterm elections on KPFA 94.1 FM. The broadcast opens with Democracy Now! at 5 p.m. and includes KPFA’s Election Night special from 8 to 11 p.m., with live returns and analysis on the fight for control of Congress, California and Bay Area races, and key ballot measures. Originally aired Tuesday, November 3, from 5 to 11 p.m. Pacific. The post KPFA Election Night 2026 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. San Pablo plaque honoring dockworkers killed in 1934 strike Dockworkers hold strikes in 22 countries against Mideast war, Gaza genocide, militarization of ports; Administration’s fraud task force files charges in Minnesota, though earlier winter surge arrests led to no fraud charges; Gov. Newsom touts first Prop 1 facility with medical, mental health, housing support resources; Progressive, moderate compete in upcoming Richmond mayor elections; CA congressmembers demand ICE accountability for fear, distress in Central Valley; Prop 40 would tax billionaires, with money going to health and education programs; Dolores Huerta PRESENTE! The post Dockworkers hold international actions against Mideast war, Gaza genocide, militarization of ports; Congressmembers blast violent ICE enforcement in Central Valley – October 30, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. NYC Boycott Divest Sanction protest (photo by Joe Catron licensed under Creative Commons CC BY-NC 2.0) Trump again says Dem Senator Elissa Slotkin should be prosecuted, this time after she criticizes corruption in Administration; Trump, Vance target leftists, transgender rights as the stump for GOP Texas and S Carolina senate candidates; Conference of Mayors wrap up affordability tour; Cambridge, Mass. votes to divest pension funds from companies complicit in genocide in Gaza; State Sen. Wiener discusses No Kings Act allowing lawsuits when federal agents violate constitutional rights; Berkeley city council candidates in District 1 debate issues including homelessness, Flock license surveillance cameras The post Cambridge, Mass. votes to divest pension funds from Gaza genocide; No Kings Act allows lawsuits when federal agents violate rights – October 29, 2026 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 Rapid Response Squad Helps Immigrants in Central Valley California Attorney General Rob Bonta Announces New Election Protections Amid Trump Administration Legal Challenges to State Voting Procedures Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady Amid Persistent Inflation, Days Before Midterm Elections Palestinians in Gaza and the Occupied West Bank Weigh Prospects for Change as Votes Are Counted in Israel’s Parliamentary Elections United Nations Votes Overwhelmingly to Condemn U.S. Embargo on Cuba for 34th Time, Despite Declining International Support for Resolution House Judiciary Democrats Release Report Alleging Trump’s Ties to Jeffrey Epstein, Sexual Assault, and Justice Department Cover-Up Israeli Elections End in Political Deadlock as Netanyahu and Opposition Fall Short of Parliamentary Majority, Arab Parties Make Historic Gains Trump Moves to Roll Back Biden-Era Methane…

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks to supporters nest to his wife Sara at Likud party headquarters in Jerusalem following the release of the first exit poll results in Israel’s general election, Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026. (AP Photo/David Goldman) Black Banjo Reclamation Project Co-Founder Celebrates New Album Reclaiming the Instrument’s African Roots Justice Department Seeks to Set Aside 20,000 California Ballots Over Noncitizen Voting Allegations as County Election Officials Push Back Defeated Brazilian Presidential Candidate Flávio Bolsonaro Flees to U.S. After Refusing to Concede Election, Receives Trump Administration Visa Approval Amid Corruption Investigation Israel’s Election Remains Too Close to Call as Netanyahu Faces Challenge from Opposition Leader Gadi Eisenkot Amid Record Voter Turnout The post Justice Department Seeks to Set Aside 20,000 California Ballots Over…

President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva addresses supporters during a victory rally after winning a fourth term in the presidential runoff on Paulista Avenue in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Natacha Pisarenko) Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Lula Wins Historic Fourth Term in Brazil, Defeating Trump-Aligned Bolsonaro as Rival Refuses to Concede Serbia’s Longtime Leader Concedes Election Defeat as Student-Led Grassroots Movement Ends 14 Years of Political Dominance Trump and Obama Hold Dueling Campaign Rallies in Michigan as High Inflation and War in Iran Take Center Stage Ahead of Midterms Democratic Senate Candidates Make Final Push to Flip Control of Congress, Focusing on Affordability, Healthcare and Opposition to Trump Ahead of Midterms Oakland Immigrant Rights Groups Rally at Eastmont Mall, Demanding Ban on ICE Staging Operations Amid Concerns Over Access to Healthcare and Social Services San Francisco…

Die-in against ICE in Oakland, 10-25-26 Obama and AOC headline voter rallies; we speak to the ACLU about voting rights Celebration in Serbia’s capital, as student-led opposition coalition wins historic election victory Brazilians re-elect leftist incumbent president Lula da Silva, rejecting far-right challenger Senator Flávio Bolsonaro Israeli military bombs Gaza’s Islamic University, destroys an entire Hebron neighborhood in what the UN calls an illegal act of collective punishment Elections in Israel coming this week; we speak with historian Stephen Zunes A “die-in” protest at Oakland’s Eastmont Mall, where activists say ICE is intruding into medical facilities run by Alameda County Up to 800,000 march in Paris The post Obama, AOC headline voter rallies | Brazil’s Lula wins re-election | Student-led coalition wins in Serbian election | Israeli military bulldozes entire Hebron neighborhood | Protest against ICE in Oakland 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. 1915 poster Trump administration sues to block certifying Alaska elections if Democrat wins senate race; 8-nation “anti-war bloc” urges diplomacy not war in Mideast and Ukraine, as Israel locks down Occupied West Bank; SF declares state of emergency ahead of upcoming storm season; Weeklong uptick in immigration enforcement in bay area sees rise in community arrests, man hospitalized in Oakland; A look at crowded race for SF Board of Supervisors District 10; Saturday Oct. 24 is United Nations Day, also beginning of Disarmament Week The post 8-nation “anti-war bloc” urges diplomacy not war in Mideast and Ukraine; A look at crowded SF District 10 Supervisor race – October 23, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. UN chief says global conflicts shocking already unequal world; Doctors, kids in Gaza appeal for essential meds amid Israeli restrictions; Fresno election registrar describes election security in CA amid federal actions; Berkeley city council race sparks dispute over Antisemitism, Zionism; Judge orders Trump to sit for a deposition in his defamation lawsuit against the BBC by Dec. 11 The post UN chief says global conflicts shocking already unequal world; Doctors, kids in Gaza appeal for essential meds amid Israeli restrictions – October 22, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. NASA Goddard photo Ohio GOP gubernatorial candidate Ramaswamy sparks controversy with campaign ad featuring Democrat candidate Acton’s birth mother; Secret Service report gives details on workplace violence; UN report says chance of reaching Paris climate goals is gone, as agencies warn of El Nino impacts; UN Human Rights Office observes centenary of the Slavery Convention, first global agreement aimed at ending slavery and slave trade. About 50 million people worldwide continue to be subjected to contemporary forms of slavery. The post UN report says chance of reaching Paris climate goals is gone; Secret Service report gives details on workplace violence – October 21, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. 1918 poster, U.S. National Archives and Records Administration UN says there’s enough food for everybody, but war and inequality mean people still go hungry; Trump, Vance announce $30,000 rewards for fraud whistleblowers, Trump to decide who qualifies; LA area congressional incumbent Gomez running as progressive pro-immigrant, challenger Gonzalez-Torres endorsed by DSA; SF District 8 sees 3 progressive candidates for Board of Supervisors seat; On October 10, 1947, House Un-American Activities Committee opened hearings into alleged communist influence in the U.S. motion picture industry The post UN says there’s enough food for everybody, but war for and inequality; Trump, Vance announce $30,000 rewards for fraud whistleblowers – October 20, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.