The Yonder Report - January 23, 2025

Winter blues? Alaskans cure theirs at the Cordova Iceworm Festival, Trump's energy plans will impact rural folks, legislation in Virginia aims to ensure rural communities get adequate EV charging stations, and a retreat for BIPOC women earns rave reviews.

PNS Daily Newscast - January 23, 2025

Trump targets DEI and civil service protections, striking fear in some federal workers; WA bill would expand automatic voter registration; IA farmers on board with corn-based jet fuel; New wildfire near Los Angeles explodes to 8,000 acres, forces evacuations; ND back on familiar ground in debating ballot-question threshold.

2025Talks - January 22, 2025

Trump pardons Jan. 6th rioters, including those convicted of violent crimes, Democrat-led states challenge his executive order to end birthright citizenship, and federal employees warn against moves to privatize government services.

PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - January 22, 2025

Key directives in Trump DEI executive order for government, private sector; Syringe exchange fears hobble fight against West Virginia HIV outbreak; Once-in-a-lifetime snowstorm hits Gulf Coast, with record-breaking snowfall in Florida; New report: Enbridge's Line 5 plan costly, flawed; NJ spending on student mental health is up, challenges remain.

PNS Daily Newscast - January 21, 2025

Animal welfare advocates work to save CA's Prop 12 under Trump; Health care advocate says future of Medicaid critical for rural Alaskans; Trump pardons roughly 1,500 criminal defendants charged in the Jan. 6 Capitol attack; MA company ends production of genetically modified Atlantic salmon.

2025Talks - January 20, 2025

Tribal leaders press President Joe Biden on clemency for Leonard Peltier, Democrats celebrate the Equal Rights Amendment but ratification remains in question, and a new poll reveals Gaza may have cost VP Kamala Harris the presidency.

PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - January 20, 2025

'Shock and awe': Trump plans 100 immediate executive actions; CA environmental advocates hold series of vigils around inauguration; Biden issues preemptive pardons for Milley, Fauci and Jan. 6 committee members; NY, U.S. groups cautiously optimistic about Israel-Hamas ceasefire; TX women encouraged to honor MLK Jr. by exercising their rights.

PNS Daily Newscast - January 17, 2025

Gaza hostage and ceasefire deal officially signed in Doha; Cabinet nominees push deregulation of America's food systems; Ohio Dems encourage community-focused people to run for office; in State of State address, GA Gov. Kemp proposes tax cuts, tort reform.

The Yonder Report - January 16, 2025

"We can't eat gold," warn opponents of a proposed Alaskan gold mine who say salmon will be decimated. Ahead of what could be mass deportations, immigrants get training about their rights. And a national coalition grants money to keep local news afloat.

PNS Daily Newscast - January 16, 2025

Mediators herald Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal; Israel says final details are in flux. As deportation threat looms, WA groups underscore the importance of immigrants. And how IL's grid plans will focus on underserved communities.

2025Talks - January 15, 2025

The Special Counsel's report says Donald Trump would have been convicted for election interference. Defense Secretary pick Pete Hegseth faces harsh questioning from Senate Democrats, and law enforcement will be increased for next week's inauguration.

PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - January 15, 2025

More than 6 million in Los Angeles area remain under critical fire threat as high winds last through Wednesday; Anti-hunger groups tackle increased need during the L.A. fires; How Alabama employees can drive climate action in 2025; SCOTUS rejects Utah's attempt to control public lands.

PNS Daily Newscast - January 14, 2025

Powerful winds in the forecast as firefighters battle major LA County wildfires; Trump supporters go 'all in' for Pete Hegseth with money, coordination; Hoosiers on alert as Trump's OMB pick sparks policy concerns; Ohio cities embrace clean energy innovation; CA trans advocates focus on economic opportunity.

2025Talks - January 13, 2025

FEMA addresses its strategy to fight the California wildfires. With Trump inauguration a week away, more groups are worried about his nominees. And Minnesota's legislative session could be indicative of attitudes toward the two national political parties.

PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - January 13, 2025

Weather service issues its most severe fire warning for L.A. as winds pick up; Mental health helpline seeks to expand to help fire victims recover; Resisting industry on the Columbia in 2025; CT urged to increase renewable energy to cut ratepayer costs.

2025Talks - January 10, 2025

House lawmakers take aim at the International Criminal Court, former President Jimmy Carter is laid to rest in his hometown of Plains, Georgia, and another fight looms over the Affordable Care Act.

The Yonder Report - January 9, 2025

"Drill, baby, drill" is a tough sell for oil and gas companies in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, rising sea levels create struggles for Washington's coastal communities, and more folks than ever are taking advantage of America's great outdoors.

PNS Daily Newscast - January 9, 2025

At least 5 killed in CA Palisades and Eaton fires spread across 26,000 acres, so far 0% contained; Rightward shifts in solid blue MA ignite Democratic 'listening tour;' Researcher warns about Christian nationalism's influence on reproductive rights; North Alabama warming centers prepare for winter storm.

2025Talks - January 8, 2025

Vice President Harris delivers a eulogy for Jimmy Carter. President-elect Trump says he might use military action to take the Panama Canal and Greenland, and the White House announces two new national monuments in California.

PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - January 8, 2025

99-mph winds bring night of terror as fires devastate SoCal communities; Tribes applaud as Biden announces two new national monuments in CA; Report highlights need for mental health reforms for MI youth; Could new legislation solve TN's anesthesiologist shortage?

PNS Daily Newscast - January 7, 2025

Judge denies Trump's plea to delay Friday's sentencing on his hush money conviction. IA progressive advocates warn of 'dangerous' Trump appointments; Judicial shakeup ahead as Indiana reviews court resources; Climate Emotions Wheel aims to address mental health in climate education.

2025Talks - January 6. 2025

The voice for the U.S. Virgin Islands in Congress questions American imperialism, Congress prepares to certify the 2024 election, and Trump says he wants Cabinet nominees quickly confirmed following the terrorist attack in New Orleans.

PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - January 6, 2025

Major winter slams mid-Atlantic, closing schools and canceling flights; Trump election certification on 4th anniversary of Capitol attack; Lack of transportation leaves Maine women veterans stranded; Ohio passes new law redefining nuclear power as 'green' energy; VA lawmakers aim to strengthen debt protections.

PNS Daily Newscast - January 3, 2025

White House has seen no evidence of foreign direction in New Orleans attack; MI's $1B EV push falls short on jobs, as experts urge patience; Report: Only half of phone companies use required anti-robocall technology; Livestock undercover: How good people do bad things to animals.