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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Gislaine Maxwell pleads 5th in Epstein deposition, lawmakers blast her campaign for clemency; Italian port workers hold strikes protesting military shipments to Israel; Democratic lawmakers demand ICE reforms, Republican leader says Dems putting safety at risk; Democrats propose limits on surveillance by ICE agents, including limits on body cameras; Bay area congressmember tells KPFA he expects partial government shutdown over reforms to ICE; Protesters rally against ICE with art activism at Super Bowl The post Gislaine Maxwell pleads 5th in Epstein investigation; Dems demand ICE reforms as partial government shutdown looms – February 9, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. CIA map of Iran US, Iran hold indirect negotiations, with US Admiral attending, as US aircraft carrier patrols Iran coast; Congressmember Lateefah Simon of SF urges dismantling ICE, shutting “police for president of the United States”; January 6th rioter pardoned by Trump pleads guilty over threats to kill House Dem leader Jeffries; Organizers of Gaza aid flotilla say march mission will be biggest civilian-led mobilization against Israel’s actions; UN human rights chief blasts Israeli violence against Palestinians in Occupied West Bank; Audience at Winter Olympics in Milan cheer Ukrainian, US athletes, boo Israeli delegation and Vice President Vance   The post US, Iran hold indirect negotiations, as US aircraft carrier patrols Iran coast; Congressmember Lateefah Simon of SF urges dismantling ICE, calls it “police for president of the United States” – February 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. CA Attorney General Rob Bonta Attorney General Bonta blasts Trump administration claims of fraud in California, other blue states; Epstein Files fallout continues as 4 nations open investigations; Patients in Gaza face uncertainty while awaiting travel for medical care via newly re-opened Rafah crossing; SF educators plan strike Monday, would be first strike in nearly 50 years; 24 Democratic governors sign joint statement blasting Trump threats to “nationalize” elections; Last remaining nuclear arms treaty between Russia and US expires, leaving no caps on largest nuke arsenals for first time in over half-century The post CA Attorney-General blasts Trump administration claims of fraud in California; SF Educators planning strike Monday – February 5, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Super Bowl trophy Minnesota immigration crackdown shrinking by 700 agents, but enforcement actions to continue; Senate committee debates regulations on self-driving cars, as critics warn of dangers; State water board debates future of Bay Delta as tribes, environmentalists warn of impacts on environment and economy; Bay area communities on edge over possible ICE presence at this weekend’s Super Bowl; Kaiser strike continues as workers say management offers come with massive cuts; February 4 is International Day of Human Fraternity, UN chief says “let us reject fear and division in favor of tolerance, curiosity and respect for diversity” The post Minnesota immigration crackdown shrinks by 700 agents as enforcement continues; Bay area on edge over possible ICE presence at Super Bowl – February 4, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Democrats rally to call for impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Noem over ICE use of force; Witnesses tell House committee of ICE terrorizing US citizens, leaving people injured and labelled “terrorists”; NY Attorney General to deploy legal observers to monitor federal immigration enforcement action in state; World Health Organization launches $1 Billion appeal to aid people in humanitarian crises; Trump demands Harvard pay $1 Billion, saying university “behaving very badly”; Hamburg Opera premieres “Monsters’ Paradise” featuring president-king in gilded oval office, aides sing “nobody has such high numbers as you” The post Democrats call for impeachment of DHS Secretary Noem over ICE use of force; House committee witnesses describe ICE terrorizing citizens – February 3, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Grammy Award of Dr Martin Luther King Jr Release of 3 million Epstein files cast shadow on tech elite, Pres Trump, and show connections to Russia and Mossad; Dems insisting on ICE reforms as Republicans hope for quick vote to end partial government shutdown; Violence at hands of immigration agents reaches all-time high, some agents leaving intimidating “death cards”; Grammy award winners speak out against ICE at awards ceremony, High school students hold school walk-outs; First Gaza medical evacuees enter Egypt after Israel reopens Rafah crossing, but travel will be strictly limited; California escalates drug enforcement, announces $506 million fentanyl seizure; Dalai Lama wins his first Grammy Award (for audiobook), China complains The post Dems insisting on ICE reforms to end government shutdown; Grammy award winners speak out against ICE at awards ceremony – February 2, 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. Senate funds Homeland Security Department for 2 weeks while negotiations continue over restrictions on ICE; Oakland mayor Lee signs orders to protect city’s immigrants from Trump’s enforcement campaign; Minneapolis mayor says defenders of parks and streets are now defending democracy; President Trump considers basing his Board of Peace in former Washington DC site of US Institute of Peace that the administration seized last year; UN chief Guterres says 2026 shaping up to be year of “constant surprises and chaos” The post Senate averts government shutdown, negotiating Dem demands on ICE; Oakland mayor signs protections for city’s immigrants – January 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. Palestinian flag Minneapolis public radio journalist discusses difficulties of reporting on situation in city; UN Security Council holds all day hearing on Gaza Ceasefire phase 2, as situation on ground remains dire; Maryland state lawmakers considering congressional redistricting map ahead of midterm elections; Alameda County approves “ICE-free zones” but actual impact may be minor; Partial federal government shutdown looms at end of week as Dems make demands to rein in immigration arrests; Springsteen releases new song Streets of Minneapolis (excerpt) The post UN Security Council discusses Gaza Ceasefire phase 2, as situation on ground remains dire; Maryland considering congressional redistricting map ahead of midterm elections – January 28, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Lawmakers call for firing of Homeland Security Secretary Noem, threaten her department’s budget; Nurses’ union call for policies to de-fund deportation machine, protect people from ICE violence; Greenlanders breathing easier after US takeover walk-back, but still appreciate European support; Spain to grant legalize status for undocumented migrants, says policy based on human rights; Delta advocates blast Bay-Delta plan, say it prioritizes big business over environment and tribal protections; CA Senate approve No Kings Act, allows lawsuits over ICE rights violations, over GOP opposition The post Lawmakers call for firing of Homeland Security Secretary Noem; Nurses’ union call for policies to de-fund deportation machine, protect people from ICE violence – January 27, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. ICE, Border Patrol agents in Minneapolis after Pretti shooting Photo: Chad Davis California State Senators blast ICE killing of nurse in Minneapolis; Second Minneapolis ICE shooting sparks outrage, Dem opposition could lead to government shutdown; Minnesota Gun Rights Caucus defends carrying gun at protest, condemns ICE killing; 31,000 Kaiser workers strike amid stalled negotiations, claim understaffing, delayed care; State digital privacy bill would bar sales of digital personal data to data miners, evading bars on ICE access to data The post Second Minneapolis ICE shooting sparks outrage; 31,000 Kaiser workers strike amid stalled negotiations – January 26, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. CA Attorney General Rob Bonta California AG Bonta announces 55th lawsuit against Trump administration over federalizing state oil pipelines; US finalizes withdrawal from World Health Organization, California becomes first state to join WHO disease outbreak network; UN Human Rights chief Volker Turk sounds alarm over scapegoating and abuse of migrants in US; National Park service removes slavery exhibit on slavery at Independence National Historical Park, Philadelphia sues to prevent permanent removal; Saturday is International Day of Education, UN’s Amina Mohammed says “education is how we prepare for the future, even when the future is uncertain and turbulent” The post California Attorney General Rob Bonta sues Trump administration for 55th time – January 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. Board of Peace logo Trump unveils his Board of Peace amid fears it would supplant United Nations; SF activists hold 24-hour fast to protest militarization of ICE; European leaders line up behind Greenland against Trump takeover plan; House narrowly rejects War Powers Resolution to prevent sending military to Venezuela; Army orders soldiers to prepare for possible mobilization to Minneapolis; UN report says for every dollar spent to protect nature, world spends $30 destroying it The post Trump unveils his Board of Peace amid wide skepticism; SF activists fast to protest ICE actions – January 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. Greenland from air, image by Ddgfoto Trump says won’t use force but needs to own Greenland in speech at World Economic Forum; Some Dems taking aim at ICE in budget negotiations, as ICE funding set to grow; Supreme Court hears arguments over Trump firing of Fed Reserve governor Cook in bid to control nation’s central bank; 11 Palestinians killed in Gaza, including 3 journalists, in one of deadliest days of ceasefire; Oxfam report says wealth of billionaires grew enough last year to end global poverty 26 times over; House Speaker Johnson supports impeachment of judges who rule against Trump The post Trump says won’t use force but needs to own Greenland; Dems growing reluctant to fund ICE – January 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. Supreme Court (photo by Theodor Horydczak) Supreme Court hears challenge to Hawaii law barring guns in shops and restaurants without owner’s permission; SF City Attorney describes 14 lawsuits against Trump administration this year; “No Kings Bill” would bar 2-term president appear on California ballot for 3rd term; Health insurance bills spiking after loss of federal aid, Covered California rates up over 10%; DC activists mark anniversary of Trump’s return to White House with demonstrations in street The post Supreme Court hears challenge to Hawaii ban on guns in shops and restaurants; Health insurance bills spiking after Big Beautiful Bill and loss of federal aid – January 20, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.