The Yonder Report - June 19, 2025

Hurricane Helene mobilized the North Carolina community of Marshall in unexpected ways, giant data centers powering AI want cheap rural land but can face community pushback, and ceramics made by Cherokee potters honor multiple generations.

PNS Daily Newscast: June 19, 2025

Israel, Iran trade strikes as Trump weighs U.S. involvement in conflict; Challenge to ND gender-affirming care ban in play, despite SCOTUS ruling; 'Jubilee Day' was honored before Juneteenth in 1800s Indiana; Ohio urged to restore $61M for foster care in final budget talks.

PNS Daily Newscast: June 18, 2025

Israel announces wave of strikes on Tehran after Trump demands Iran's unconditional surrender; NYC mayoral candidate Brad Lander arrested at immigration court; Federal bill would dim rooftop solar's future, says Michigan CEO; Despite known Iowa nitrate risks, EPA focuses on fluoride; Georgia's Macon-Bibb County launches justice reform plan.

2025Talks - June 17, 2025

Political tensions rise after Minnesota assassinations. Trump's DOJ demands sweeping election data from Colorado. Advocates mark LGBTQIA+ pay inequity, and U.S. and U.K. reach a new trade deal.

PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - June 17, 2025

Israel and Iran trade strikes on fifth day of conflict; Congress is holding emergency briefings on security after Minnesota shootings; MA lawmakers consider single-payer health care system; OR farmers block construction of new factory farm; CA lawmakers consider making End of Life Option Act permanent.

PNS Daily Newscast: June 16, 2025

Death toll grows as Israel and Iran trade attacks for third day; Chicago Jewish group leads hunger strike for Gaza; House reconciliation bill risks job losses, higher energy bills in SD; NY group helps immigrants being detained in courthouse raids.

2025Talks - June 13, 2025

Democrats demand answers on CA Sen. Padilla's handcuffing and removal from a DHS news conference. Defense Secretary Hegseth defends the administration's protest response as preventative, and Trump vows protests of Saturday's military parade will be met with "heavy" force.

PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - June 13, 2025

Trump warns Iran to agree to a deal 'before there is nothing left'; 'No Kings' rallies planned across Massachusetts on Saturday; NV disability advocate alarmed by proposed cuts to Medicaid; Advocates push for economic inclusion during Pride Month in GA.

2025Talks - June 12, 2025

White House says there will be more ICE raids, as protests spread across the county. California Gov. Newsom says democracy is at a crossroads, and Elon Musk says he 'regrets' social media posts about President Trump.

PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - June 12, 2025

Boeing 787 crash brings fresh scrutiny to plane maker's safety record; Tips for NC potential buyers during Homeownership Month; CT residents pushing back on compressor station expansion; MA groups call for statewide litter prevention task force.

PNS Daily Newscast: June 11, 2025

Protests over immigration raids pop up up across the U.S. with more planned; 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' could close Colorado hospitals; Report says Michigan kids improve in finances and family but lag in education; Indy Pride turns 30, refuses to be quiet.

2025Talks - June 10, 2025

California sues Trump Administration over federalizing National Guard. Trump invokes an 1807 law to justify sending Guard, Marines to California. And a Texas representative plans to force a vote on articles of impeachment against the president.

PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - June 10, 2025

At least nine killed in Austria school shooting; Camp Pendleton Marines deployed to L.A.; after ICE protests; KY teachers: Just say 'no' to national school voucher program; Report: CT ranks 8th in child well-being, economic challenges remain; NC lawmakers considering dam safety grant fund.

PNS Daily Newscast: June 9, 2025

National Guard arrives in Los Angeles as fallout from immigration raids continues; Colorado jumps up five spots to 12th nationally for child wellness; Expert: Michiganders could pay millions to support outdated coal plant.

2025Talks - June 6, 2025

Musk's criticism of the big budget bill gets support from a new report. States face massive cuts to jobs and social programs, and Puerto Rico takes less damage from federal budget cuts due to its territorial status.

PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - June 6, 2025

Russia pummels Kyiv in apparent retaliation for Ukrainian drone assault; Federal program shake-up leaves Ukrainian workers in ND in limbo; Clean energy credit repeal could cost NC jobs, raise bills; Report: MS earns failing grade for maternal mental-health support.

2025Talks - June 5, 2025

Budget reconciliation negotiations get tense, may not finish by July 4 deadline. Russian President Putin says Ukraine will 'pay' for its latest attack, and former White House Press Secretary Jean-Pierre leaves Democratic Party.

PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - June 5, 2025

Trump travel ban sparks World Cup questions and raises more soccer issues; Tobacco use among those in LGBTQ+ community higher than average; New alert system brings oil and gas spill data directly to Colorado residents; Ohio lawmakers propose ban on most noncompete agreements.

PNS Daily Newscast: June 4, 2025

DHS: Boulder suspect's wife, kids in ICE custody; Pennsylvanians with disabilities question GOP's proposed Medicaid cuts; MT funds early literacy programs but school district buy-in is low; Study says a focus on positive youth traits is key to justice reform in AL.

2025Talks - June 3, 2025

White House blames Biden administration for the antisemitic attack in Colorado. US Department of Transportation freezes EV charging station funds pending a review, and the GOP budget plan could roll back clean energy investments.

PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - June 3, 2025

Acting FEMA chief told staff he didn't know about U.S. hurricane season; New WA law aims to reel in workers' comp abuse; MN's rural job vacancy rate eases but still on troubled ground; CA Senate to vote on bill to allow car dealers to increase fees.

PNS Daily Newscast: June 2, 2025

Multiple injuries, evacuations after 'terror attack' on Boulder's Pearl Street Mall; PA climate advocates criticize possible partnership between U.S. Steel, Nippon; Survey: Americans support LGBTQ products during Pride Month; CA Senate to consider extension of Habitat Conservation Fund.

2025Talks - May 30, 2025

Students' advocates call for free speech protections on campus. States consider funding for rape survivors and investigations and Trump administration's tariff, immigration and education policies face legal pushback.

PNS Daily Newscast: Afternoon Update - May 30, 2025

Trump makes a new push to 'decouple' U.S. from China; 'Get ready now' for active hurricane season; Third Ohio city joins global pact to strengthen food systems; Funding cuts risk care for 816,000 at PA community health centers.