Fighting Loneliness As A LGBT Senior In California
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April 25, 2019
California Lawmakers Advance Plan For Denser Housing
(AP) — California lawmakers advanced a proposal Wednesday to encourage more housing near transportation and jobs as the state faces a lack of affordable housing.
April 25, 2019
For California Fire Survivors, Rebuilding Can Be Long And Painful
A year and a half after the Tubbs Fire, some families are starting to run out of insurance money before they've found permanent housing. It's an experience that's could repeat for victims of last year's fires, as well.
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April 25, 2019
What’s Happening With Cannabis Legislation At The State Capitol
CapRadio’s state government reporter, Scott Rodd, provides an update on several pieces of legislation related to cannabis on this week’s Capitol Chat.
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April 25, 2019
Tough Old Broads Recite Poetry With A Purpose
A group of poets happy to be called The Tough Old Broads bring their words to the Harlow’s stage for a good cause this weekend. Two of the poets discuss their new anthology, the writing process and this weekend’s event.
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April 25, 2019
Classical Concerts Around The Region This Spring
Capital Public Radio contributor Jeff Hudson picks a few favorites among the region’s upcoming concerts during the next six weeks.
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April 24, 2019
Opponents Spar Over California Vaccine Exemption Bill
Hundreds of critics of mandatory vaccines were in Sacramento Wednesday opposing a California proposal to give state public health officials instead of local doctors the power to decide which children can skip their shots before attending school.
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April 24, 2019
California Lawmaker Wants To Buy Organic For School Meals
A bill that would put more organic food on school lunch trays in California is working its way through the Legislature. It would launch a $2 million pilot program to help a handful of school districts purchase organic foods from California growers.
Sol Blume Music Festival Brings Miguel, Tierra Whack And Other New Soul, R&B And Hip-Hop Sounds To Sacramento
The ‘boutique’ gathering returns to downtown’s Cesar Chavez Plaza on Saturday, April 27.
April 24, 2019
Here’s How Many Measles Cases Have Been Reported In California This Year
There have been at least 39 reported cases of measles in California in 2019 as of April 25. Here’s what you need to know.
April 24, 2019
Diesel Locomotive Debuts At Stockton Railroad
The Omni 1050 locomotive is billed as the cleanest in the world.
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A Good Life And A Good Death: What Is Palliative Care?
April 25, 2019
In That Good Night, palliative care doctor Sunita Puri shares insights from her years caring for patients with serious illness. She sees her role as an advocate and ally — every step of the way.
Book Reviews
'The Heartland' Aims To Debunk Myths About The Midwest
April 25, 2019
Though leaving no answer to the region's political future, author Kristin L. Hoganson writes a deeply researched book that will remain useful and readable long after this election cycle.
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5 Years After Flint's Crisis Began, Is The Water Safe?
April 25, 2019
"In some ways we're better," says activist Melissa Mays. "In other ways, we're forever poisoned, damaged, traumatized ... that's not gonna ever be better."
New Music
The Black Keys Announce New Album 'Let's Rock', Share New Song 'Eagle Birds'
April 25, 2019
The long-running minimalist blues garage duo is back with its ninth album.
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How Do Mosquitoes Taste DEET? Hint: It's Not With Their Mouthparts
April 25, 2019
It's the only repellent that drives mosquitoes away when they come in contact with it. A new study has a theory about why that is.
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Why Health Workers In The Ebola Hot Zone Are Threatening To Strike
April 25, 2019
Threats and attacks have become a way of life — even for staff at regular hospitals. For the simple act of referring patients to Ebola treatment centers, they have become targets.
World
Nearly 27 Years After Hindu Mob Destroyed A Mosque, The Scars In India Remain Deep
April 25, 2019
The 16th century Babri mosque's destruction marked a turning point in Indian politics. Thousands, mostly Muslims, died afterward in riots. The prime minister vows to build a Hindu temple on the site.
Music News
An Album From Prince's Vault, And His Memoir, Are Coming
April 25, 2019
The Prince Estate has announced plans to release Originals, another album of previously unreleased tracks — many of which were hits for other artists — he recorded between 1981 and 1991.
Education
8 Ways To Teach Climate Change In Almost Any Classroom
April 25, 2019
In an NPR/Ipsos poll, 65% of teachers said they don't talk about climate change because it's not related to the subjects they teach. Here are some tips that you can use in any classroom.
National
FBI And IRS Raid Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh's Home And Offices At City Hall
April 25, 2019
Pugh is being investigated after receiving hundreds of thousands of dollars in payments for a self-published children's book from private companies that were subject to her influence.
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CapRadio state government reporter Scott Rodd joins us for Capitol Chat. The Tough Old Broads share their new poetry collection. Critic Jeff Hudson brings us Sound Advice on upcoming classical concerts.
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