Black Panther Party founded in Oakland 60 years ago; Millions expected nationwide at Saturday’s No Kings rallies- October 16, 2026

KPFA - The Pacifica Evening News Weekdays · Oct 16, 2026 · 59m

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Black Panther Party founded in Oakland 60 years ago;

Senate candidates in closely-watched Minnesota race face off in only debate;

State preparing for floods, sea level rise from historic El Nino weather;

Millions expected nationwide at Saturday’s No Kings rallies in all 50 states;

SF Mayor warns of new drug crisis with counterfeit pills containing new opioid;

On this date in 1995, Million Man March held in Washington DC to foster unity in face of economic and social issues…