Israel Declares War on Gaza after Hamas launches attacks on the south-more than 1,300 dead; Thousands of workers at Mack Trucks begin strike; California becomes first state in nation to bar “excited delerium” as cause of death; Indigenous People’s Day celebrated across U.S. – October 9, 2023

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice.

• Israel declares war on Gaza after Hamas attacks southern Israel and takes hostages, more than 1,300 dead on both sides.
• People on both sides of the conflict come out in cities across the country to make their voices heard.
• Thousands of workers at Mack Trucks begin strike over pay, benefits and other issues.
• Harvard professor becomes first solo woman to win Nobel Economics prize.
• California becomes first state to ban “excited delerium” as cause of death, after Governor signs bill.
• Governor Newsom vetoes bills legalizing natural psychedelics and permitting cannabis cafes.
• Native people celebrate Indigenous Peoples day in the Bay Area and around the country.