Human Rights

37-year-old Renee Good was shot and killed by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis on Wednesday, January 7. Good, who was originally from Colorado, was shot in her car in front of her wife during a traffic stop. A peaceful vigil took place in Carbondale on January 8 to honor Renee Nicole Good & all victims of ICE. Around 60 people came to Chacos Park at the corner of 4th & Main just after dark. They brought candles, flashlights, or phone lights that were placed in a circle in the park. The mood was somber and muted, and perhaps tinged with a new flush of anger. KDNK’s Chris Hassig was there, and brings us this audio postcard.

This year's Five Point Festival's Changemakers event featured films from around the world about those who are working to make their communities and the world a better place. The short film, A Symphony Of Tiny Lights, follows the story of Dr. John Francis, an environmentalist who spent twenty years walking across the United States under a vow of silence.

KDNK News Director Morgan Neely brings listener's Friday's updates, including an in-depth look at potential changes in store at the 3 Mile Mobile Home Park now that it's going to be in the hands of its residents.

After 13 hours of testimony, state lawmakers have rejected six bills from Republicans that were heavily criticized by members of the LGBTQ community.…