The X That Marks Sacramento’s Social Ills: How Decades-Old Policy Racially Divided The City
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May 23, 2018
Lawmakers Propose Limits On University of California Power
Several state lawmakers on Tuesday unveiled a plan to curb the University of California's power by limiting salaries and putting checks on the UC president's authority.
May 23, 2018
Hiker Dies After Falling From Yosemite's Half Dome Trail
A hiker in Yosemite National Park fell to his death while climbing the iconic granite cliffs of Half Dome in rainy conditions, authorities said Tuesday.
Democrats' Budget Asks: Health Care, Homelessness, Higher Education, Welfare
Legislative Democrats have settled on their top priorities for upcoming California budget negotiations with Gov. Jerry Brown.
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May 22, 2018
Students Missing Class Is A Red Alert — But Researchers Say They Have A New Tool To Address The School-Absence Problem
Researchers took advantage of a new state reporting requirement to produce a detailed study and interactive map showing which schools struggle the most with chronic absenteeism.
A Look At The 13 New Laws California Has Passed This Year
Most of the laws that have passed are urgency measures, meaning they take effect immediately — either to tweak an existing law or in response to a prominent in-the-moment issue.
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May 22, 2018
Muslims Continue Iftar Tradition At California State Capitol
For the past 14 years, Muslims have gathered at the California State Capitol for one day during Ramadan to break their day-long fast. Monday night, the community celebrated the 15th year of this tradition.
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May 22, 2018
Dissect Podcast Launches New Season On Frank Ocean
Dissect podcast season three has returned as a Spotify original to break down the biographical and musical story behind Frank Ocean's "Channel Orange" and "Blonde," and the long wait between both albums.
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May 22, 2018
Dance-Driven Romance 'American In Paris' Takes The Stage At Broadway Sacramento
The national tour of "An American in Paris" runs through Sunday at the Community Center Theater. Actress Teri Hansen and Music Director David Andrews Rogers talk about the Tony Award-winning production.
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May 21, 2018
Sacramento City Council To Vote On $11 Million For Memorial Auditorium Renovation
If it passes on Tuesday, work could begin as soon as June.
After Texas Shooting, California Assembly Votes To Expand Gun Violence Restraining Order
Democratic lawmakers passed legislation that would allow teachers and school staff to request temporary confiscation of a person’s firearms. The bill now moves to the Senate.
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National Security
Trump Intensifies Push On What He Calls Improper Snooping With 'Spygate' Brand
May 23, 2018
President Trump argues the story about the FBI investigating his campaign's potential conspiracy with Russia actually is a story about unlawful surveillance.
The Two-Way
Judge Backs N.Y. Parents, Saying Their 30-Year-Old Son Must Move Out
May 23, 2018
"I don't see why they can't just, you know, wait a little bit for me to leave the house," Michael Rotondo told the judge in the case.
Missouri May Be First State To Get Serious About The Definition Of Meat
May 23, 2018
A bill that awaits a signature by the state's governor would restrict "meat" labeling on anything that doesn't come from livestock or poultry. The topic is also being considered at the federal level.
The Two-Way
Southern Baptist Leader Removed Over Remarks On Rape, Abuse Of Women
May 23, 2018
Paige Patterson has been under fire for past counsel to women of abuse to simply pray for their husbands. On Tuesday, a new allegation surfaced that he advised a student not to report a rape.
Book Reviews
Long-Simmering Rage Leads To Rebellion In 'Chosen Country'
May 23, 2018
James Pogue — a journalist with his own rebellious streak — gets at the deep-seated anger that led Ammon Bundy to mastermind the ill-fated armed occupation of the Malheur wildlife refuge in Oregon.
Politics
Primary Takeaways: Voters Send Parties Further Apart
May 23, 2018
Republicans and Democrats are heading in totally different directions, highlighted by Georgia's primaries for governor. And the progressive vs. establishment fight fizzled on the Democratic side.
Monkey See
'Roseanne' Reboot Wraps A Bait-And-Switch First Season
May 23, 2018
The reboot's premiere whipped up a media frenzy when its main character returned as a passionate Trump supporter. But this season didn't embrace Trump's ideology the way some thought it might.
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California's Message To Hospitals: Shape Up Or Lose 'In-Network' Status
May 23, 2018
Covered California, the state's health insurance exchange, will exclude hospitals from insurance networks if they don't reduce their numbers of C-sections, back scans and opioid prescriptions.
Tiny Desk
Juanes & Mon Laferte: Tiny Desk Concert
May 23, 2018
The Colombian pop star and Chilean rising star brought their duet tour to the Tiny Desk.
The Two-Way
Australian Archbishop 'Stands Aside' Following Conviction For Concealing Sex Abuse
May 22, 2018
Archbishop of Adelaide Philip Wilson said he was stepping aside from his duties following Tuesday's verdict, but would only resign his post if it "comes necessary and appropriate."
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Insight: Racial Disparities In Sacramento's Neighborhoods / Dissect Podcast Launches Season Three / 'American In Paris' Takes Stage
Sociologist Jesus Hernandez on how decades-old policy segregated Sacramento's neighborhoods. Dissect creator Cole Cuchna on the podcast's third season. Tony-winning "American in Paris" takes local stage.
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