The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – January 14, 2022
Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice.
The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays
6:00 PM Pacific Time: Mondays - Fridays
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.
Voting rights legislation on shaky ground amidst filibuster debate; Navient settles predatory student loan suit for $1.85 billion; Nurses hold nationwide day of action to oppose relaxing of COVID-19 safety measures, amidst surge
Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. President Joe Biden unsure whether Democrats can pass voting rights legislation, amidst filibuster debate. +100 mayors sign letter urging legislation to protect voting rights. 12 members of far right group Oath Keepers charged with sedition for January … Continued
COVID-19 infections shatter world records; Bill to reform Ellis Act evictions advances; Bill to create universal health care in California advances
Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. W.H.O. reports global COVID-19 deaths at all time record, urges vaccinating poorer countries. New report finds fast spreading Omicron variant not as lethal as Delta variant. San Francisco COVID-19 infections spike, schools agree to provide students with … Continued
President Joe Biden urges Senate to pass voting rights legislation, stalled by Republicans; On 20th anniversary of Guantanamo Bay-human rights advocates and 9-11 victims families call for its closure
Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. President Joe Biden urges Senate to pass voting rights legislation, stalled by Republicans. January 6th panel subpoena’s Donald Trump’s speech writer and strategists. W.H.O. warns Europe will peak with Omicron infections as it hits CDC Director warns … Continued
The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – January 10, 2022
Governor Newsom $286 billion budget plan includes healthcare for undocumented immigrants. US Russian Diplomats Meet to Discuss Ukraine Tensions. Federal Judge hears first arguments in three January 6 lawsuits. 2021 among hottest years on record, study shows.
The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – January 7, 2022
Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice.
Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. President Biden marks 1 year anniversary of deadly January 6th insurrection with rebuke of former President Trump. Democrats mark January 6th insurrection warning it can happen again, Republicans largely amiss. Nationwide candlelight vigils planned to commemorate January … Continued
On eve of Capitol insurrection, Attorney General vows to pursue all those involved; San Francisco teachers blast school district over handling of COVID-19 testing and safety protocols; Black Lives Matter protesters sue Sacramento police alleging harassment
Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Attorney General vows to hold accountable anyone involved in the Capitol insurrection, on eve of 1 year anniversary. New Chief of Capitol police warns of staffing shortage and future threats-cites 9,600 threats made to congress in 2021. … Continued
President Biden orders 20 million Pfizer anti-viral pills, as nation hits record 100,000 daily COVID-19 infections; Senate leader pledges to change filibuster rules to pass voting rights; California lawmakers sponsor bill to hold gun makers liable
Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. President Joe Biden orders 20 million Pfizer anti-viral pills, as nation hits record 100,000 daily COVID-19 infections. San Francisco officials say city is prepared for COVID-19 surge, as hundreds of city workers under quarantine. Senate leader pledges … Continued
House panel investigating the Capitol insurrection preparing to release findings; Los Angeles activists demand charges against the officer who fatally shot 14 year old; California bill to reform school funding based on enrollment not attendance introduced
Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. House panel investigating the Capitol insurrection preparing to release findings as 1 year anniversary looms. The New York Attorney General subpoenas Trump’s two eldest children, in probe of family business practices. The Food and Drug Administration recommends … Continued