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November 13, 2018
Grim Calculus: Coroners Search For Those Killed In Camp Wildfire
PARADISE, Calif. (AP) — The blue of an unfurled body bag has become a gut-wrenching splash of color in this apocalyptic landscape as pressure mounts to account for the hundreds of missing people after a wildfire roared through Butte County.
November 13, 2018
News Network: Camp Fire Update
Chief Michael Mohler of Cal Fire, Marc Albert of North State Public Radio and Brandi Richard of FEMA will join us by phone to give the latest information about the Camp Fire.
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November 12, 2018
For Unsheltered In Sacramento, Poor Air Quality Difficult To Escape
As smoke from the Camp Fire in Butte County continues to affect Sacramento air quality, the city’s unsheltered population is most at risk of long-term exposure.
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November 12, 2018
Despite Mass Shooting, California — With Tougher Gun Control — Has Lower Gun-Death Rate Than Most States
With another mass shooting in California, number 19 since 1984, the state leads the nation in most deaths from these kinds of violent killings — but only because it is by far the most populous state.
November 12, 2018
BBC Lookahead: Czech Same-Sex Marriage Debate, Rohingya Crisis
Every Monday, CapRadio's Steve Milne gets a preview of the biggest global stories of the week from BBC reporters. Listen in at 10:37 a.m. during Here & Now.
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November 12, 2018
Harrowing Escapes, Heartbreaking Loss In Paradise
(AP) — In the days since a ferocious wildfire began tearing through this Butte County town, residents who stayed behind to try to save their property or managed to get back found cars incinerated and homes reduced to rubble.
‘Times Like These’ At California Stage In Sacramento Is At Once Wickedly Funny And Scary As Hell
The unusual show is about a pair of prominent actors in Berlin as the Nazis are seizing power.
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Camp Wildfire Smoke Levels Reach ‘Emergency’ In Sacramento As City Distributes Free Masks At Fire Stations
The city is also giving masks to unsheltered people and is urging everyone, especially seniors and young children, to stay indoors.
November 12, 2018
Cal Fire 'Cautiously Optimistic," But Tough Firefight Ahead With Camp Wildfire
Cal Fire Spokesman Mike Mohler has the latest on firefighters efforts throughout the state, and an update with the National Weather Service on conditions expected Monday.
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November 12, 2018
Political Junkie: More White House Shakeups, And Fallout From The Midterms
Democrats took back the House, Republicans kept the Senate, and President Donald Trump got rid of his Attorney General. Political Junkie Ken Rudin explains what happened last week and why more White House shakeups could be coming.
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Goats and Soda
China's Building Spree In Poor Nations: Does It Really Help The Local Economy?
November 13, 2018
There are a lot of state secrets when it comes to the billions of dollars worth of roads, hospitals and more. Satellite images of night lights may offer some insights into their value.
Asia
Sri Lankan Supreme Court Blocks President's Bid To Dissolve Parliament
November 13, 2018
Controversy has roiled Sri Lanka since Maithripala Sirisena fired his prime minister and suspended Parliament. He also aims to replace lawmakers entirely — but Tuesday's ruling has stayed that plan.
Book Reviews
In 'Let's Go,' Wilco Frontman Jeff Tweedy Details His Struggles And Joys
November 13, 2018
The singer-songwriter tells the story of how a kid from a Midwestern, working-class family became an idol to country-punk and alternative rock fans — and the obstacles and celebrations along the way.
National
California's Camp Fire Becomes The Deadliest In State History
November 13, 2018
At least 42 people have died in a wildfire in Northern California that burned through the town of Paradise with shocking speed.
Politics
CHART: Election Recounts Are Rare, Reversals Almost Unheard Of
November 13, 2018
The fact that Florida currently has three statewide recounts underway is exceptional in American politics. Between 2000-2015, only three races flipped after statewide recounts.
National
Photo Of Students Giving Nazi Salute Being Investigated By Wis. School District
November 13, 2018
The Baraboo School District is looking into a photo that went viral of what appears to be a group of mostly white male high school students posing with outstretched right arms.
Shots - Health News
Firearms And Dementia: How Do You Convince A Loved One To Give Up Their Guns?
November 13, 2018
It's estimated that nearly half of all Americans over 65 own a gun or live with someone who does. And 7 million in the U.S. have dementia, a number that's expected to double within two decades.
The Picture Show
Becoming Miss Navajo Nation
November 13, 2018
The Miss Navajo Nation pageant has been held every year since 1952. Contestants in this year's pageant met for a weeklong celebration of the traditions of female Navajo Nation life.
Business
Amazon's Grand Search For 2nd Headquarters Ends With Split: NYC And D.C. Suburb
November 13, 2018
After a yearlong search, Amazon announced Tuesday that it will divide its second headquarters between the Long Island City neighborhood in Queens and Arlington in Northern Virginia.
Politics
Rep. Steve King Denied Comparing Immigrants To 'Dirt' — Audio Says Otherwise
November 13, 2018
The Weekly Standard reported last week that the Iowa Republican had publicly made the comparison, but King accused the magazine of lying and challenged it to release audio — so the Standard did.
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Insight: Wildfire Update / Political Junkie / Poet Mary Mackey / Transgender Bodybuilder Cody Harman
Updates from Cal Fire on California wildfires. Political Junkie Ken Rudin on another White House shakeup. Revisiting Beth Ruyak's conversation with poet Mary Mackey. Sacramento-based trans weightlifter Cody Harman previews documentary 'MAN MADE.'
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