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August 18, 2017
Officials In California's North Sue Over Giant Water Project
(AP) - Northern California cities and counties are going to court to block what could be the state's costliest water project in history.
Cal EPA Moves Toward Tighter Pesticide Restrictions
The state Department of Pesticide Regulations Friday released their newest risk assessment for a commonly used pesticide called chlorpyrifos.
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August 18, 2017
Effort To Recall State Sen. Josh Newman Moves Forward
(AP) - Three counties say they've certified enough signatures to trigger a recall election that could remove a Southern California senator from office and end a Democratic supermajority in the California Legislature.
Public Warned Of Crypto Parasite Present In Pools, Lake Water
A health warning is going out in San Joaquin County for a microscopic parasite that is sickening people who go swimming.
Theatre Review: Timely Revival Of “The Crucible” Glows In Outdoor Night Staging
Theatre critic Jeff Hudson says the Main Street Theatre Works production of “The Crucible” is a small-but-sturdy staging of Arthur Miller’s durable classic.
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August 18, 2017
California Releases First Report On Police Use Of Force
The report found 832 people were seriously injured during contact with law enforcement in 2016, including 157 deaths.
August 18, 2017
Officer Who Fired Shots In July Wasn’t Issued A Body Camera
The Sacramento Police Department has released some videos from a July officer-involved shooting that ended with the suspect arrested and uninjured.
August 18, 2017
Be Smart: A Partial Eclipse Can Fry Your Naked Eyes
And telescopes and binoculars only amplify the risk to your eyes from looking at the sun, doctors say. So, even if you're not in the "path of totality," take precautions if you plan to watch.
August 18, 2017
Trump To Address American Legion Convention In Reno
President Donald Trump is expected to speak at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center Wednesday to a crowd of 9,000 convention-goers.
August 18, 2017
Solar Eclipse Apps Help Enhance Viewing Experience
If you're one of the millions of people who will watch the solar eclipse on Aug. 21, you can download one of the many available eclipse apps that will make you feel like a citizen scientist for the day and help enhance your eclipse experience.
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Oldest Kids In Class Do Better, Even Through College
August 18, 2017
Starting kindergarten later could boost kids' grades and improve their odds of attending a top college. Being the youngest kid in class can hurt their academic performance.
The Two-Way
Charities Pull Fundraisers Planned for Trump's Mar-A-Lago
August 18, 2017
For years, major charities have been holding fundraisers at Mar-a-Lago, the Palm Beach resort owned by President Trump. Now, in the wake of his comments on Charlottesville, many are turning away.
The Two-Way
Gun-Carrying Protesters Create 'Tricky' Question For ACLU
August 18, 2017
"We don't feel we have to represent any group – including white supremacists – seeking to demonstrate with firearms," said the organization, which has long defended groups unpopular with its members.
The Two-Way
Venezuela's Pro-Maduro Assembly Seizes Congressional Powers
August 18, 2017
The move Friday marks a new milestone in President Nicolas Maduro's campaign to consolidate power, giving the lawmaking power of the opposition-packed congress to the legislative superbody he created.
Religion
Trump's Evangelical Advisers Stand By Their Man
August 18, 2017
Business leaders have resigned from Trump's council over his response to Charlottesville. But evangelical leaders say they see their role differently.
Politics
Fathers Of Our Country: How U.S. Presidents Exercised Moral Leadership In Crisis
August 18, 2017
NPR's Audie Cornish talks to Barbara Perry, a presidential historian at the University of Virginia, about how presidents have exercised moral leadership in critical moments.
Television
Marvel Comics Meet Reality On The Not-So-Mean Streets Of Hell's Kitchen
August 18, 2017
In Netflix's newest Marvel Universe show, The Defenders, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, Daredevil and Iron Fist patrol the dirty streets of a Hell's Kitchen that doesn't exist in today's New York City.
The Salt
Trump Administration Reverses Bottled Water Ban In National Parks
August 18, 2017
The move reverses an Obama-era policy put in place to encourage national parks to end the sale of bottled water. The aim was to cut back on plastic litter.
Law
Did A Bail Reform Algorithm Contribute To This San Francisco Man's Murder?
August 18, 2017
The July murder of photographer Ed French, is raising questions and concerns about a pretrial risk assessment computer tool used by a growing number of county and city courts.
The Two-Way
2 Dead In Stabbing Attack In Turku, Finland
August 18, 2017
Police say they have apprehended a suspect after shooting him in the leg, and it's not clear what his motivations were. Six other people were injured in the attack about 100 miles from the capital.
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