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July 25, 2017
Sacramento Police Department Proposes Several Changes to City's Panhandling, Nuisance Ordinances
One change would prohibit people from begging for money at gas stations, ATMs, in the median of roadways, within 200 feet of intersections, within 50 feet of bus stops, and within 35 feet of a driveway of a business.
July 25, 2017
Wind Youth Services Expanding With Help From Golden 1
A program in Oak Park to keep young homeless people off the streets is getting a financial boost. Golden 1 Credit Union is contributing $1 million to Wind Youth Services. The money will help pay for a new counseling center in downtown Sacramento.
July 25, 2017
Senators Vote To Proceed With Health Care Debate
Tuesday's vote was on a procedural step that opens the door to formal debate — but on what remains to be seen.
July 25, 2017
Preacher Fire Grows Near Nevada/California State Line
A 4,651-acre fire is burning east of Highway 395 about seven miles from the town of Gardnerville, Nevada.
July 25, 2017
Calif. Lawmakers Extend Cap-And-Trade Program Through 2030
David Greene talks to Gov. Jerry Brown about the program which sets limits on greenhouse gas emissions while issuing permits for emission of pollutants which companies can sell.
July 25, 2017
Alabama Woman Stuck In NYC Traffic In 1902 Invented The Windshield Wiper
Entrepreneur Mary Anderson thought it made no sense that New York streetcar drivers had to keep jumping off to clean snow from the windshield. She soon won a patent for her "window cleaning device."
Kings One Step Closer To Operating Three Sacramento Landmarks
The Sacramento Kings are another step closer to operating the Sacramento Convention Center, Memorial Auditorium, and Community Center Theater.
July 25, 2017
News Network: Cap Radio Health Reporter Sammy Caiola
Capital Public Radio's new health reporter Sammy Caiola makes her debut on Insight to talk about new research from UC Davis on how breast milk plays an essential role in balancing bacteria in a newborn's gut microbiome.
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July 25, 2017
Friend Of Cesar Chavez Shares Exhibit On Farm Workers At California State Fair
Marc Grossman is the former press secretary for Cesar Chavez and current spokesman for the Cesar Chavez Foundation and the UFW. He shares stories featured in the farm worker exhibit at the California State Fair this month.
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July 25, 2017
Man At Work: Colin Hay Shares New Songs From 13th Solo Album
Colin Hay shares new tracks from his 13th solo album “Fierce Mercy” and reflects on a music career spanning four decades.
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Democrats Want To Probe Trump Ties To Deutsche Bank. GOP Says, No Thanks
July 25, 2017
President Trump has a special relationship with Deutsche Bank. Democrats on the House Financial Services Committee wanted a probe of the German bank. Republicans said no. Here's the back story.
Politics
House Votes To Impose New Russia Sanctions — And Also Tie Trump's Hands
July 25, 2017
The legislation puts new economic restrictions on Russia, North Korea and Iran — and constrains President Trump from easing Russian sanctions on his own.
Politics
Trump: 'Time Will Tell' If Sessions Remains Attorney General
July 25, 2017
The president was responding to questions regarding a newly published interview in The Wall Street Journal in which he says he's "very disappointed" with Sessions.
Shots - Health News
Student Athletes Who Specialize Early Are Injured More Often, Study Finds
July 25, 2017
High school athletes who tended to focus on one sport were 50 percent more likely to get hurt than those who hadn't specialized. Injuries included ankle sprains, knee tendonitis, and stress fractures.
The Two-Way
Last Orca Born In Captivity At SeaWorld Dies At Just 3 Months Old
July 25, 2017
Kyara died Monday after battling "very serious and progressive health issues," the company says. SeaWorld ended its breeding program last year after significant backlash from animal rights activists.
Goats and Soda
New Report Shows 64 Of 195 Countries Aren't Meeting A Basic Vaccination Target
July 25, 2017
The goal is to reach 90 percent of children with the DTP vaccination — a child's first scheduled immunization. Some countries are barely at 50 percent.
FA | Movie Interviews
Comic Jessica Williams On 'The Daily Show' And Learning To 'Never Be Average'
July 25, 2017
Williams joined The Daily Show when she was 22. She says, "I was younger and I was black and I was a woman, so ... I'm like, I have something to prove." She now stars in The Incredible Jessica James.
The Two-Way
'Goldwater Rule' Still In Place Barring Many Psychiatrists From Commenting On Trump
July 25, 2017
Social media lit up on Tuesday with users believing that psychiatrists were now free to offer armchair diagnoses about President Trump. There has been no change to the code of ethics.
Death At The Southern Border An Increasing Risk For Migrants
July 25, 2017
The deaths of 10 migrants in San Antonio were the latest casualties of a border fraught with tragedy.
Politics
Senators Vote To Proceed With Health Care Debate
July 25, 2017
Tuesday's vote was on a procedural step that opens the door to formal debate — but on what remains to be seen.
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Insight: Cap Radio Health Reporter Sammy Caiola / State Fair Exhibit On Farm Workers / Musician Colin Hay
Capital Public Radio Healthcare Reporter Sammy Caiola explains new research into breast milk and babies’ microbiomes. Marc Grossman reflects on his time as press secretary and speechwriter for Cesar Chavez. And Colin Hay shares new music.
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