South Carolina braces for Hurricane Ian as Florida picks up the pieces; OPD Chief says 30 shots fired in Wednesday school shooting; Russia prepares annexation ceremony for four Ukrainian provinces

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

• Hurricane Ian headed toward South Carolina after wreaking havoc on Fort Meyers, Florida
• Oakland Police Chief says school shooting was prompted by gang violence; two survivors in serious condition
• President Biden courts Pacific Island nations, playing catch up with China
• Russian President Putin prepares to preside over annexation ceremony for four Ukrainian provinces
• Corporate landlords sue over Alameda County eviction moratorium

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