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Teachers Unions Won In The Race For California’s Top School Chief. Now What?
Nearly two weeks after Election Day, California now has a new state schools chief. Former charter school executive Marshall Tuck conceded the race to Democratic Assemblyman Tony Thurmond over the weekend.
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November 19, 2018
Another House Win Caps Democratic Rout In California
(AP) — Democrat Gil Cisneros captured a Republican-held U.S. House seat in Southern California, capping a Democratic rout in which the party picked up six congressional seats in the state.
November 19, 2018
As Makeshift Camp Fire Shelters Close, Another Chance For Authorities To Check A Shifting List Of The Missing
Nearly a thousand people are still unaccounted for following the Camp wildfire. As pop-up shelters begin to close and evacuees are moved to county-coordinated shelters, officials will have another chance to cross-check names.
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November 19, 2018
Frustration, Chaos As Camp Wildfire Recovery Drags On, Death Toll Climbs To 79
(AP) — While bringing relief to firefighters on the front lines, rain in the forecast could complicate the search for victims of the Camp Fire. Authorities said Sunday 79 people have died, and 699 are still missing.
November 19, 2018
Paradise Mayor Jody Jones Reflects On Camp Wildfire Devastation
Mayor Jody Jones joins Insight to share her experience in Paradise after the Camp Fire, including President Donald Trump's visit this weekend.
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November 19, 2018
Trump, Brown And Newsom Tour Wildfire Devastation In Paradise
Capitol Bureau Chief Ben Adler recaps a visit to the Camp Fire area by President Donald Trump, Gov. Jerry Brown and Gov.-elect Newsom.
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November 19, 2018
Photographing Fire: Justin Sullivan On Covering California’s Natural Disasters
Getty Images photojournalist Justin Sullivan has taken some of the most striking images of the megafires plaguing California in recent years, including the Camp Fire in Butte County. He’ll join us by phone to discuss his experience covering fires.
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November 19, 2018
Political Junkie Ken Rudin Recaps Trump’s Disaster Response
Political Junkie Ken Rudin joins to discuss the politics of the day, including President Donald Trump’s visit to the Camp Fire burn area.
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November 18, 2018
California Offers Safe Space For Firefighters To Work Through Stress And Trauma
With wildfires now a year-round problem in California, officials are adding emotional support to the services they provide to the firefighters in the field.
November 18, 2018
Jerry Brown Signed $1 Billion In Wildfire Prevention—And None Of It Applies To The Fires This Year
The complex negotiations that produced the new $1 billion law aiming to protect California from wildfires left a glaring gap for 2018 fire damage.
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Shots - Health News
How Do Wishes Granted To Very Sick Kids Affect Their Health?
November 20, 2018
Although researchers acknowledge many factors could be at play, a recent study suggests that seriously ill children who had once-in-a-lifetime wishes fulfilled also incurred lower health care costs.
Politics
President Trump Prepares To Spare Two Thanksgiving Turkeys
November 20, 2018
The two hefty toms, named "Peas" and "Carrots," will star in the White House turkey pardon, one of the odder White House holiday traditions.
Law
Dems: The Acting Attorney General Can't Continue In His Job. DOJ: Yes, He Can
November 20, 2018
Critics are continuing to put pressure on Matthew Whitaker after he was named as temporary replacement for Jeff Sessions. The Justice Department says the law is clear: He can stay.
Music News
Cyril Pahinui, Crown Prince Of Hawaiian Slack-Key Guitar, Dies At 68
November 20, 2018
Pahinui, who succumbed to health complications possibly caused by exposure to Agent Orange while serving in Vietnam, was drawn at a young age to the backyard sessions his father regularly held.
The Salt
Turkey And Tamales: People Of Color Share Their Multicultural Thanksgivings
November 20, 2018
For many immigrant families, Thanksgiving is a time to take part in an American tradition, but it's also a great excuse to gather and eat the foods of their culture with friends and family.
Book Reviews
'Che' Graphic Biography Explores The Myths And Truths Of The Legend
November 20, 2018
While José Hernández and Jon Lee Anderson struggle continually to balance nuanced truth with cartoony distillation, Che remains a remarkable accomplishment.
Turning The Tables
Turning the Tables: Your List Of The 21st Century's Most Influential Women Musicians
November 20, 2018
The results are in for our reader poll of the most influential women and non-binary musicians of this century. Your picks help us consider and question what "influence" can mean in new ways.
World
These Politicians Are Vying To Succeed Germany's Angela Merkel
November 20, 2018
Chancellor Angela Merkel will step down as Christian Democratic Union leader next month. Here's a look at the contenders to lead the party — and likely become its next candidate for chancellor.
Book Reviews
'Little Dancer' Brings Us To See The Person Behind The Famous Degas Sculpture
November 20, 2018
Degas's sculpture "Little Dancer Aged Fourteen" is known the world over. But who is that young lady he depicts? Camille Laurens aims to find out — and realizes something about herself in the process.
National
Ex-Judge Who Spent 9 Months In Prison For Beating Wife Is Arrested After She's Killed
November 20, 2018
Lance Mason, who also served in the Ohio legislature, has been charged with assault after police said he attempted to flee in a car, crashed into a police vehicle and seriously injured an officer.
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Insight: Paradise Mayor Jody Jones / Trump Tours Camp Fire With Brown, Newsom / Photographing Fire / Political Junkie Ken Rudin
Paradise Mayor Jody Jones says her town is ready to rebuild. CapRadio's Ben Adler recaps President Donald Trump's California visit. Getty Images' Justin Sullivan on photographing fires. Political Junkie Ken Rudin on Trump's disaster response.
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