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July 22, 2018
Gunman In LA Supermarket Standoff Arrested For Murder
(AP) — A man who shot his grandmother and wounded another woman before leading police on a chase, crashing his car and running into a busy supermarket where he held dozens hostage in a tense standoff has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
July 20, 2018
Ferguson Fire Jumps The Merced River Canyon
The Merced River and Highway 140 have served as the northern containment lines for the Ferguson Fire since it started last Friday. But spot fires jumped that line yesterday and the new fires have already burned 2,000 acres.
Workers Leaving California Labor Force Even As Unemployment Stays Near Record Lows
The latest California jobs reports show unemployment in Sacramento and in the state remain around 4 percent, though other market indicators are less encouraging.
July 20, 2018
California Will Allow Backers To Drop Local Ballot Measures
Gov. Jerry Brown has signed legislation giving local governments the chance to negotiate deals to withdraw ballot initiatives.
July 20, 2018
California Sues Over Trump Halt To Truck Pollution Rule
(AP) — California and 14 other states sued the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Thursday over its decision to suspend an Obama-era rule aimed at limiting pollution from trucks.
July 20, 2018
Business Journal: Centene Campus Details, Bay Area Company Buys Old Sac Building, Arts Vitality On The Decline
St. Louis-based health insurer Centene could be opening an office campus in Natomas. The Sacramento Business Journal's Digital Editor Sonya Sorich has details about what that campus might look like, plus more business news.
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July 19, 2018
The Safest Republican In A Democratic District
Rep. David Valadao has consistently won election by double-digits, despite being a Republican in a blue district. CapRadio’s Ben Bradford explores why, joined by experts on the Latino vote, GOP strategist Mike Madrid and researcher Mindy Romero.
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TRUE: 'Nearly 2,600 Children' Remained Separated From Parents As Of Mid-July
PolitiFact wanted to know, weeks after the Trump administration ended its policy of separating families at the border, did California Sen. Kamala Harris get her numbers right on how many children remain separated?
Covered California Premiums To Rise Nearly 9 Percent
Premiums in California’s individual marketplace will increase for the fifth consecutive year, due in part to federal changes and a predicted departure of healthy consumers.
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July 19, 2018
University Of California Approves Small Decrease In Tuition
University of California tuition will decrease slightly for the next academic year for the first time in nearly two decades under a plan approved by the UC's governing board Thursday.
NPR Top Stories
National
Trump To Iran's President Rouhani: 'NEVER, EVER THREATEN' The U.S. Again
July 23, 2018
President Trump threatened Iran's President Hassan Rouhani in a late-night tweet after Rouhani warned Trump, "don't play with the lion's tail" and said "war with Iran is the mother of all wars."
Law
Kavanaugh Could Tip Supreme Court Against Gun Control Laws
July 23, 2018
If confirmed, President Trump's Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh will likely steer the court toward broader gun rights.
NPR Ed
Raising Brilliant Kids — With Research To Back You Up
July 23, 2018
Two experts believe that six C's form a framework that can help parents guide kids as they grow.
Music Interviews
'I Still Feel Him:' Clyde Guevara's Debut Memorializes His Brother's Death
July 23, 2018
The rapper released his debut album July 20, the second anniversary of his brother's death. FreeJAH is an ode to his brother Jahiem, who was murdered after serving five years in prison.
Politics
Ex-White House Stenographer: With No Official Transcript, Trump Can Muddle The Truth
July 23, 2018
White House stenographers are meant to record every public utterance made by a president, but "everything changed" with the Trump administration, says Beck Dorey-Stein.
Heat: Coping With A Warming World
Spring Is Springing Sooner, Throwing Nature's Rhythms Out Of Whack
July 23, 2018
A warming climate is knocking nature's rhythms out of sync. High in the Rocky Mountains, scientists have been tracking the impact for decades.
Shots - Health News
Words Matter When Talking About Pain With Your Doctor
July 23, 2018
When you go to the doctor in pain, you'll probably be asked to rate your discomfort on a scale of 0 to 10. But doctors say there may be a better way to assess pain.
Monkey See
Ladies With An Attitude Make For A Striking 'Pose' Finale
July 23, 2018
The first season wrapped up with a come-from-behind victory that surprised no one — but the appeal of the series isn't about who wins. The greatest thing about Pose is that it exists at all.
National Security
What You Need To Know About The Much-Discussed Carter Page FISA Document
July 23, 2018
The FBI has declassified a seldom-seen application for surveillance on someone it suspected of being a Russian agent working for Donald Trump's presidential campaign.
Tiny Desk
The King's Singers: Tiny Desk Concert
July 23, 2018
The storied vocal ensemble brings close harmony singing to a diverse set list that includes a Beatles tune and a bawdy madrigal from the 1500s.
Featured Projects
Latest From Insight
Insight: Capitol Chat With Ben Bradford / Eppie's Great Race's Final Run / Carolee Carmello Previews Music Circus' 'Gypsy' / Honyock Performs
State Government Reporter Ben Bradford tells us about the future of the three Californias plan. We talk about the final run of Eppie's Great Race. Actress Carolee Carmello gives us a preview of Music Circus' production of "Gypsy." Honyock performs.
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