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July 18, 2019
Trump’s California Funders—Where They Are And What They’re Giving
How much has President Trump raised from Californians this year? Which neighborhoods are giving him the most money? Could it be yours? We break it down in six graphs.
Has Gavin Newsom Made Progress On His Pledge To Boost California’s Housing Supply?
On the campaign trail, Gavin Newsom promised to rapidly expand California's housing supply, saying he would "lead the effort to develop 3.5 million new housing units" by 2025 to address the state's affordable housing crisis.
July 17, 2019
Stockton Might Turn City Hall Building Into Housing, Retail Shops
Stockton City Council voted on Tuesday to explore developing its 93-year-old historic City Hall building into market rate housing and retail on the ground floor.
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July 17, 2019
These California Counties In Fire-Prone Areas Don’t Have Access To A Federal Emergency Alert System
As residents brace for another fire season, six counties still do not have the ability to use the federal Wireless Emergency Alert system to notify residents of wildfires, floods and other pending danger.
July 17, 2019
Study Finds California's 12 Oldest Prisons, Including San Quentin And Folsom, Need Major Fixes
(AP) — California's 12 oldest prisons, including San Quentin and Folsom State Prisons, need major repairs or replacements if they are to continue to house about a third of the state's inmates, a new study reported Tuesday.
July 17, 2019
Author Reyna Grande On Her New Memoir, 'A Dream Called Home'
Distance and separation affect people differently. Author Reyna Grande’s early life experiences have led her to seek a settledness, a home. She talks about this in the sequel to her memoir, "The Distance Between Us," titled "A Dream Called Home."
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July 17, 2019
California Assemblymember Wendy Carrillo Speaks From El Salvador, Part 2
In Part Two, California Assemblymember Wendy Carrillo, speaking from El Salvador, talks about how her family came to the U.S., her university studies, how she feels about how the media handles news from the border and how she entered government.
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July 17, 2019
California Assemblymember Wendy Carrillo Speaks From El Salvador, Part 1
Assemblymember Wendy Carrillo joined Gov. Gavin Newsom on a trip to El Salvador in April of this year. Carrillo talked about the importance of the relationship between California and El Salvador and why Salvadorans are coming to the U.S.
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July 17, 2019
California Stopped Tracking Sexual Harassment Complaints Years Ago. What Happens Now?
At the height of the Me Too movement, California leaders couldn’t answer basic questions about the prevalence of sexual harassment complaints across state agencies. That’s because the state eliminated its tracking system in 2012.
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July 17, 2019
Despite A Growing Latino Middle Class, California Families Face Hurdles Getting There
Despite rising incomes and lower poverty rate for Latinos, many California families struggle.
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Comic-Con 2019, Day 1: Sleepless In San Diego
July 19, 2019
San Diego Comic-Con kicked off Thursday, with more than 130,000 attendees expected. Big draws of the day were Lin-Manuel Miranda and Arnold Schwarzenegger — and a surprise appearance from Tom Cruise.
National Security
Committee Democrats Prepare For Highly Anticipated Robert Mueller Hearings
July 19, 2019
Members of Congress and their staffs are studying old film, reviewing the special counsel report and preparing for a lot of terse responses, they told reporters.
The Apollo 11 Moon Landing, 50 Years Later
How A 10-Year-Old-Boy Helped Apollo 11 Return To Earth
July 19, 2019
Greg Force was just a boy when his father, the director of a NASA tracking station in Guam, called home with an important mission for him: to help the crew of Apollo 11 return safely to Earth.
Shots - Health News
Do You Need That Surgery? How To Decide, And How To Pick A Surgeon If You Do
July 19, 2019
When you have a serious health problem that calls for surgery, the last thing you need is the stress of navigating the health care system to find a skilled surgeon. We have tips to make it easier.
Environment And Energy Collaborative
Refinery Explosions Raise New Warnings About Deadly Chemical
July 19, 2019
Chemical experts say recent refinery explosions could have been far more devastating if deadly hydrogen fluoride was released. Some are calling for a ban on the chemical.
All Songs Considered
New Music Friday: Our Top 8 Albums For July 19
July 19, 2019
The best new albums out this week include the latest from psych-pop mainstays The Flaming Lips, singer Freya Ridings' stunning debut full-length, Houston rapper Maxo Kream and more.
Tiny Desk
Priests: Tiny Desk Concert
July 19, 2019
The punk-infused art band from Washington, D.C. brings a kinder, gentler and sparer version of the group's music to the Tiny Desk.
Politics
Rep. Ilhan Omar Receives Hero's Welcome Home Amid Trump Attacks
July 19, 2019
"We are going to continue to be a nightmare to this president," she said into a megaphone, "because his policies are a nightmare to us. We are not deterred, we are not frightened, we are ready."
Business
Toys R Us Is Coming Back But With A Different Approach
July 18, 2019
More than a year after filing for bankruptcy, the chain is relaunching in Texas and New Jersey. Its new stores will feature spaces for toy demonstrations and events.
Politics
2nd Democratic Primary Debate Matchups Set: Sanders Vs. Warren And Biden Vs. Harris
July 18, 2019
The debates will be held from 8 to 10 p.m. ET on July 30 and 31 in Detroit. Moderators will be CNN's Dana Bash, Don Lemon and Jake Tapper.
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We revisit an episode of Insight Music from last summer, featuring Drop Dead Red, POOR Majesty, Sun Valley Gun Club and Honyock performing and discussing their music.
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