Jason Forrester

Israel’s cabinet approved plans that include “conquering the [Gaza] strip,” which would displace over a million Gazans. It could lead to long-term Israeli occupation of the territory.

Donald Trump influenced an election in Canada — could it happen elsewhere? Plus, what’s driving Trump’s approach to Ukraine?

The president reversed course on his tariff plan hours after it took effect. Can he bring back the nostalgic economic prosperity voters desire?

A federal judge ordered the return of a wrongfully deported man — will the White House comply? What’s the likelihood of Harvard University losing $2 billion over antisemitism laws?

Religious institutions have long been a refuge for immigrants. Now, they’re mobilizing in response to recent actions from the Trump administration.

A threat to public media — how that impacts KCRW and what you can do about it.

The arrest of a student protester raises questions on free speech. Is the White House picking which speech is illegal, or are they enforcing anti-discrimination laws?

Nature, the great outdoors, and our interdependence.

In his first speech from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope Leo XIV – a 69-year-old Chicago native – shared a message of peace. He is the first American pope.