Best Federation of State Humanities Councils Podcasts (2025)

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Fall River mayor on fatal fire at assisted living facility 7:14

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Fall River is mourning nine residents killed in a fire at an assisted living facility on Sunday night. More than 30 residents of Gabriel House were injured.By WBUR

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Trump announces weapons deal for Ukraine; Activists sue over conditions at “Alligator Alcatraz” immigrant detention center – July 14, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Activists sue over conditions at “Alligator Alcatraz” immigrant detention center; UNICEF mourns 7 children killed in Gaza while waiting for water at aid site; Trump announces weapons deal for Ukraine as his frustration with Putin grow…

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Bike lanes are a hot topic in the race for Boston’s top office 6:16

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Bike lanes have cycled into Boston’s mayoral race. Mayor Michelle Wu has established over 15 miles of new bike lanes over the last few years. Her chief rival, Josh Kraft, is challenging the rollout.By WBUR

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How a pause in federal education grants will impact Chelsea public schools 3:53

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Chelsea Public Schools superintendent Dr. Almi Abeyta explains how a pause in federal grants will impact accelerated learning programs.By WBUR

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Leadership change for state's health and human services amid major federal challenges 4:22

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Massachusetts Health and Human Service Secretary Kate Walsh is retiring after two and a half years in the role. Gov. Maura Healey has appointed Dr. Kiame Mahaniah, the current undersecretary for health, to replace Walsh.By WBUR

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State Department fired more than 1,300 in sweeping Trump administration reorganization – July 11, 2025 41:17

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. A man hugs former Foreign Service employee Bob Gilchrist, of Washington, left, outside the State Department headquarters, Friday, July 11, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein). State Department fires more than 1,300 in sw…

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Young cast brings authentic accents to ‘Kufre N’ Quay’ 3:04

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Levi Mngomezulu, 11, makes his professional debut a coming-of-age play about a Nigerian boy navigating life in New York. Featuring authentic accents and diverse stories, the production is part of Mfoniso Udofia’s nine-play UFOT Family Cycle.By WBUR

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US sanctions top UN human rights official on Occupied Palestinian Territory; Judge pauses Trump order ending birthright citizenship – July 10, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Judge orders pause for Trump executive order ending birthright citizenship; Secretary of State Rubio describes Trump disappointment with Russia over Ukraine; Palestinians describe indiscriminate killings at aid distribution sites afte…

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Brookline’s Gateway Center moves to a larger, more accessible space 3:50

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The center, which supports nearly 100 adult artists with disabilities, has relocated to a new, fully accessible facility just down the street from its longtime home. The move provides expanded studio space, improved accessibility, and a larger gallery to showcase and sell artists’ work — all aimed at fostering greater inclusion in the local arts co…

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Amazon workers rally for worker “safety bill of rights” during Amazon Prime Week; Spanish Prime Minister urges suspending Israel trade deal – July 9, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Texas officials tell of harrowing rescue efforts as search continues for 161 missing in floods; Amazon workers in Staten Island rally for worker “safety bill of rights” during Amazon Prime Week; NOAA nominee Jacobs vows full staffing …

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Former president of Mass. defense lawyer group on why she supports the work stoppage 4:36

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WBUR's Morning Edition hears from Shira Diner with the Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers about why she supports the work stoppage of public defenders.By WBUR

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Gooseberries, blueberries and the right kind of lobster roll: Tiffani Faison on summer cooking 3:28

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Chef Tiffani Faison, of Sweet Cheeks Q and several other Boston restaurants, joins WBUR's Morning Edition to share some cooking tips for the peak of summer in Massachusetts.By WBUR

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TX Governor Abbott says 109 dead 161 missing after floods; ICE protest in SF turns violent as ICE van drags woman down block – July 8, 2025 59:57

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. TX Governor Abbott says 109 dead 161 missing, dismisses talk of blame as the “word choice of losers”; UN trade chief says Trump’s upcoming tariffs create instability with no long-term win for anybody; ICE protest in SF turns violent, …

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Texas flooding toll passes 100 amid criticism of National Weather Service cuts; SF philanthropy pledges $1 billion as city braces for federal cuts – July 7, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Texas flooding toll passes 100 as Administration blasts criticism of cuts to National Weather Service; SF philanthropy Tipping Point pledges billion dollar investment as city braces for Trump’s Big Bill cuts; Civil rights attorney Dan…

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An art installation in Cambridge has some critics heated 4:08

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Sun Block is a temporary art installation in Central Square designed to provide shade and start conversation around heat exposure.By WBUR

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The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – July 4, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. The post The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – July 4, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.By KPFA

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A time to shine: Piccolo player says Pops Fourth of July concert never loses its luster 4:53

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Renée Krimsier is primarily a professional flutist. But during "The Stars and Stripes Forever," she and two other musicians pop up out of their seats and play a signature section on the piccolo. She says even after performing in it many times over decades, the concert celebrating "America's birthday party" is still a thrill.…

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Where do kids belong? More restaurants are telling parents to watch their kids or take it to go 4:24

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The Boston Globe's Kara Baskin joins WBUR's Morning Edition to talk about where kids belong.By WBUR

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What the Trump budget cuts mean for health care in Mass. 4:28

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Michael Curry is president and CEO of the League and joined WBUR's All Things Considered to discuss what President Trump's enormous spending bill will mean for Massachusetts residents.By WBUR

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Technique and timing: Guard cannons bring bang to Pops' 4th of July concert 5:16

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Six Massachusetts National Guard soldiers will fire the cannons at the end of Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture, the finale to the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular. The cannons have only about 20 seconds in the spotlight, but Sgt. Matthew Jodoin says it takes a lot of practice.By WBUR

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Trump fires immigration judges while adding billions of dollars for ICE 4:01

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Trump's massive spending packing is adding tens of billions for immigration enforcement and deportations. But immigration lawyers say it’s hard to imagine how that’ll happen with fewer judges on the bench.By WBUR

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Trump’s Big Bill to be signed Friday after marathon vote; Advocates fear state cannabis tax bills could unravel funding and hurt programs for children – July 3, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Trump’s Big Bill to be signed Friday after marathon vote and marathon speech by Dem leader Hakeem Jeffries; Democratic and labor leaders say Big Budget Bill will hurt workers and destroy the middle class; SF sues Trump over EPA termin…

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U.S. Rep. McGovern on how Trump's policy bill would impact Mass. 7:24

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Massachusetts Congressman Jim McGovern stepped off the House floor to speak with WBUR's Morning Edition on President Trump's tax and spending cuts bill.By WBUR

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As Tania Fernandes Anderson resigns city council, Boston grapples with her tenure 5:58

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The outgoing councilor is facing jail time for orchestrating a kickback scheme involving city funds. In a wide-ranging interview with WBUR, she maintained she’s proud of her work and sidestepped discussion of her legal case.By WBUR

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Bullet hole by bullet hole, an Arlington house shows the struggle for America’s independence 7:09

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The bullet holes in the bedrooms and stairs at the Jason Russell House are a testament to a past that isn’t fully recognized today, says historian Joel Bohy.By WBUR

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Dems blast Trump’s Big Bill as Republicans split over Senate changes; LA leaders say ICE raids making their work more difficult – July 2, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Dems blast Trump’s Big Bill as Republicans split over Senate changes to measure; Healthcare advocates call Big Bill an abomination with traumatic impacts on health; LA law enforcement, other leaders say ICE raids making their work mor…

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How the Senate version of Trump's policy bill will impact Mass. 4:26

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Evan Horowitz, with the Center for State Policy Analysis at Tufts University, joins WBUR's Morning Edition.By WBUR

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Renters may get relief from broker's fees, but advocates say more affordable housing is needed 2:50

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Gov. Maura Healey says she'll sign off on a new policy that says whoever hires a real estate broker has to pay their fee — usually landlords. Advocates say this is a relief for renters, but more should be done to make housing affordable.By WBUR

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Mass. lawmakers consider law to empower employee ownership of businesses 7:17

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A bill in the Massachusetts Legislature would give the workers of a business the right of first refusal to buy the company when an owner decides to sell.By WBUR

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Senate passes Trump’s big bill with cuts to Medicaid; UN Security Council discusses Gaza humanitarian crisis but reaches no consensus – July 1, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Senate passes Trump’s big bill, critics say millions will lose health coverage; UN Security Council discusses Gaza humanitarian crisis but reaches no consensus; Newsom touts wildfire preparedness, urges Trump to bring federal firefigh…

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Senate begins voting marathon on Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill”; SF Pride March celebrates amid Trump attacks, with theme “Queer Joy is Resistance” – June 30, 2025 59:59

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Senate begins voting marathon on “Big Beautiful Bill” centerpiece of Trump’s domestic agenda Federal appeals court considers constitutionality of Trump use of Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans Environmental groups blast budget t…

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SF Pride weekend kicks off with Trans March; Senate rejects War Powers Act limiting war without Congress approval – June 27, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. SF Pride weekend kicks off with Trans March despite backlash from Trump administration, courts Newsom, Sen Padilla join activists warning “Big Beautiful Bill” could devastate CA healthcare Senate rejects War Powers Act requiring congr…

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Trump demands change to CA policies on transgender girls in school sports; Senate parliamentarian rules out key provisions of “Big Beautiful Bill” – June 26, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Health advocates protest plans to move SF General Hospital behavioral patients to new locked unit California resisting Trump administration deadline to change policies on transgender girls in high school sports Agriculture activists s…

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Democrats call for new War Powers Act after US attacks on Iran; controversy continues around effectiveness of attacks on nuclear sites – June 25, 2025 59:59

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Democratic lawmakers call for new War Powers Act in wake of US attacks on Iran Trump says attacks obliterated Iran nuke program, Dems say Pentagon intelligence shows otherwise San Mateo County Board of Supervisors votes to remove Sher…

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Iran-Israel ceasefire holding for now, but blame and questions continue – June 24, 2025 35:03

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Iran-Israel ceasefire holding for now, but blame and questions continue 44 Palestinians killed while awaiting food aid in GAZA UNICEF warns if Gaza fuel blockade not ended, children will begin dying of thirst NATO agrees to boost mili…

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Rich States Poor States Turns Eighteen: Across the States Special Edition 33:35

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On a special edition of the Across the States podcast, ALEC Executive Vice President Lee Schalk and ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams sat down to discuss the newest edition of Rich States, Poor States: The ALEC-Laffer State Economic Competitiveness Index. Now in its 18th year, the report has become one of the most anticipated ann…

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Trump announces ceasefire amid fears of expanding Israel-Iran conflict after US attack; California renews legal challenge to National Guard in Los Angeles – June 23, 2025 32:59

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. UN Security Council holds emergency weekend meeting amid fears of expanding Israel-Iran conflict after US attack Trump announces ceasefire as Dems call for limits on presidential war power HHS secretary Kennedy announces voluntary agr…

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Angry accusations, calls for peace at UN meetings on wars in Ukraine, Israel-Iran; Grocery workers authorize what could become largest grocery strike in modern history – June 20, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. UN Security Council meetings on Ukraine-Russia and Israel-Iran wars bring calls for peace, angry accusations SF officials, Jewish Community Relations Council discuss anti-Semitic attacks, role of Jewish people in social justice moveme…

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Juneteenth marked with celebrations across US; US, Canadian mayors urge cooperation not tariffs – June 19, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. “Hella Juneteenth Festival” returns to Oakland Museum of California in community-centered celebration honoring Black history and resilience US, Canadian mayors urge cooperation instead of tariffs as they meet at annual Conference of M…

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Defense Secretary Hegseth grilled over military in US cities; Muni to cut 5 bus lines Saturday – June 18, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. June 18th is “International Day for Countering Hate Speech” Defense Secretary Hegseth grilled by democratic senators over military in US cities SFMTA to cut 5 Muni bus lines Saturday, critics see risks for riders and SF climate goals …

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States That Work: A Roadmap to Labor Policy Reform 9:24

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In a recent Breakdown from the American Legislative Exchange Council, Lars Dalseide sat down with ALEC Commerce, Insurance, and Economic Development (CIED) Task Force manager Alan Jernigan to discuss States That Work: A Labor Policy Roadmap Across America. The report, spearheaded by Jernigan, evaluates each state’s labor policies based on ten model…

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Appeals court hears Trump vs Newsom challenge to National Guard in LA; CA lawmakers consider bill banning toxic chemicals in firefighters’ equipment – June 17, 2025 59:59

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Appeals court hears Trump vs Newsom challenge to National Guard in Los Angeles Union workers arrested while protesting SF budget cuts at Board of Supervisors meeting CA Senate committee takes up bill to ban toxic PFAS chemicals in fir…

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“No Kings” protests across nation draw millions; “No Secret Police” bill would make CA first state to ban police from wearing face coverings – June 16, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. “No Kings” protests across nation draw millions in protest of Trump agenda Suspect in shootings of 2 democratic lawmakers and spouses arrested, as political violence escalates to assassinations Advocates blast state budget proposal to…

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Israeli attack on Iran raise fears of regional conflagration; “No Kings” national day of action against Trump, ICE planned for Saturday – June 13, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Israeli attack on Iran raise fears of regional conflagration, as diplomats call for de-escalation “No Kings” national day of action against Trump, ICE planned for Saturday Disability activists fear financial mismanagement could shutte…

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CA senator Padilla dragged from immigration news conference when he tried to ask a question; South Africa floods kill dozens as climate crisis impacts African countries – June 12, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. CA senator Padilla dragged from news conference when he tried to ask Homeland Security Secretary Noem a question Heavy rains, floods in South Africa kills dozens as climate crisis impacts African countries Activists planning “No Kings…

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Newsom blasts military in LA as attack on democracy; Newsom, state lawmakers at odds over proposed budget cuts – June 11, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. AG Bondi defends military in Los Angeles, Newsom says Trump wants your silence, “don’t give it to him” Newsom, lawmakers at odds over cuts Activists for homeless say Bay Area cities veering right with legislation in San Jose, SF and B…

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Trump sends more National Guard troops and Marines to LA; UN Oceans conference begins as report says CO2 emissions making oceans more acidic- June 10, 2025 59:59

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Trump sends more National Guard troops and Marines to LA, Dems blast move as staged spectacle Nations gather for UN Oceans conference as report says CO2 emissions making oceans more acidic Army anniversary parade on Trump’s birthday t…

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Trump mobilizes CA National Guard to quell ICE protests in Los Angeles; Activists present funding to end child homelessness in SF – June 9, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Trump mobilizes CA National Guard to quell immigrant rights protests in Los Angeles Trump action sparks outrage from local and state leaders, Dems, Unions – and a lawsuit SF police arrest 152 at immigration solidarity rally, including…

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Activists mark Gun Violence Awareness Day; LGBTQ veterans rally to protest renaming of USNS Harvey Milk – June 6, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Activists mark Gun Violence Awareness Day with rally in SF, legislation in Congress Immigrant rights activists in LA rally to protest ICE arrests at court hearings and check-ins LGBTQ veterans, State Sen Wiener, rally to protest renam…

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Some republicans opposing Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill; Dems and activists blast mass deportations, mobilizing for June 14 – June 5, 2025 59:58

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Big Beautiful Bill gets pushback from some Republicans, Musk, as Dems criticize court-weakening provision Central Valley farmers seeking more water pumping, dams for agriculture City workers, residents rally against Mayor Lurie’s SF b…

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