Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Biden administration rejects Russia’s security demands over Ukraine and NATO. U.S. records 300,000 COVID-19 deaths, officials say pandemic is nowhere near over. San Jose City Council imposes first in nation insurance mandate for gun owners. California Governor … Continued


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Democrats to introduce bill to reign in prescription drug prices; President Joe Biden won’t send U.S. troops to Ukraine; Hate Crimes against Asian and Pacific Islanders spike 567% in San Francisco

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Biden administration withdraws vaccine mandate for large employers. California to reinstate paid sick leave for companies with more than 26 workers during pandemic. Democrats to introduce bill to reign in prescription drug prices. President Joe Biden won’t … Continued


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The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – January 24, 2022

US puts 8,500 troops on alert for possibility of Russian invasion of Ukraine. Supreme Court to hear arguments against racial considerations in college admissions. San Jose poised to pass first-of-its-kind gun ownership liability insurance and fees. California lawmaker introduces bill to require school attendance Coronavirus vaccine requirement.  


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Voting rights showdown on Senate floor as vote looms on two bills; Secretary of State reiterates U.S. support for Ukraine in face of Russian aggression; California Attorney General announces investigation into Santa Clara County Sheriff

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Voting rights showdown on Senate floor as vote looms on two bills to protect the right. President Joe Biden marks 1st year in office highlighting challenges and successes in COVID-19 pandemic and inflation. New York Attorney General … Continued


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Senate Democrats to forge ahead with voting rights bills, despite Republican obstruction; White House warns Russia could attack Ukraine at any moment; Nurses at U.C. hospitals oppose new policy they return to work sick with COVID-19

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Senate Democrats pledge to forge ahead with voting rights bills, despite Republican obstruction. House panel investigating January 6th insurrection subpoena Donald Trump’s election lawyers. White House warns Russia could attack Ukraine at any moment, as Russia stages … Continued


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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