The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays

Ukrainian President welcomed to Washington, Biden promises new military aid to fight Russia; Jan 6 committee delays release of final report; Power restored across Humbolt County in aftermath of 6.4m earthquake

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelensky meets with President Biden and addresses Congress. The high profile trip is his first known visit outside Ukraine since Russia’s invasion. President Biden and Congress responded by promising new military aid, including the … Continued


Hard Knock Radio

Afrofuturism 2022 and Beyond – Year End Review

We speak with a panel of distinguished individuals about Afrofuturism in films and the re-making of Blackness, gender, and identity.     Oakland, California rapper/activist, Ras Ceylon, unleashes his new album titled “To Srv The Ppl”, a politically charged opus that breathes positivity and hope for social change. Ras Ceylon “To Srv The Ppl” featuring Sizzla, … Continued


Education Today

Education Today – December 21, 2022

Holy Names University, which has one of the most diverse student bodies of any higher education institution in the country,  is closing after 154 years.  How are faculty and students dealing with this?  What is the Oakland community planning for the future educational needs of its young people?