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October 22, 2019
Trump Administration Unveils New Water Rules For California
The rules govern management of the federal Central Valley Project and the State Water Project, two complex labyrinths of dams and canals that corral rain and snowmelt to provide water to more than 25 million Californians and millions of acres of farm
Retiring California State University Chancellor Says He's Leaving System ‘As Stable And Focused As Ever’
CSU Chancellor Timothy White announced his retirement Tuesday, saying he’ll step down at the end of June after serving more than seven years.
October 22, 2019
California Independents Can Vote In Democrats' 2020 Primary
California's more than 5.6 million independent voters will be allowed to vote in the 2020 Democratic presidential primary, but not in the Republican contest, Secretary of State Alex Padilla announced Monday.
October 22, 2019
Making Meadowview Remembers A Beloved Foot Patrol Officer
The newest episode of Making Meadowview examines the impact of community policing through a remembrance of Officer Dan Ware. The episode also details the challenges Ware faced from racism within the Sacramento Police Department.
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October 22, 2019
Robb Hirsch Photographs Yosemite
Robb Hirsch talks about his first book, "The Nature of Yosemite — A Visual Journey," published in September. In many different kinds of photographs, Hirsch documents the wide range of landscapes, flora and fauna of Yosemite.
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October 21, 2019
Ohio Opioid Settlement Could Set Precedent For California Cases
About 30 California cities and counties have joined massive federal litigation against drugmakers and distributors over the opioid epidemic. A new settlement in Ohio today averted what would have been the first federal trial over the crisis.
October 21, 2019
New Study Suggests Tactics For Agencies To Improve Use Of Gunshot Detection Technology
Researchers from the Urban Institute say law enforcement could do a better job to maximize the effectiveness of technology that tells officers where a gun was fired, the same system used by the Sacramento Police and Sheriff's departments.
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October 21, 2019
BBC Lookahead: Sochi Conference With African Leaders, Landmark Pride March In Taiwan
Rob Hugh-Jones joins CapRadio's Steve Milne from London to discuss a conference being held in the Russian city of Sochi this week and a landmark event planned in Taiwan.
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Sacramento Scores Major League Soccer Team As Republic FC Fans Celebrate
At a Monday press conference, MLS Commissioner Don Garber and Republic FC owner Ron Burkle announced that the Republic would be the league’s newest expansion franchise.
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October 21, 2019
Sports Economist Says Major League Soccer Will Bring New Investment To Sacramento
Big questions are on the horizon as a big announcement looms about a Major League Soccer franchise and new stadium in Sacramento’s Railyards. Can the city handle this, other events, and traffic with the Golden 1 Center just a few blocks away?
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Highlights: Top U.S. Diplomat In Ukraine Delivers Explosive Statement To Congress
October 22, 2019
Ambassador William Taylor said U.S. aid to Ukraine was contingent on the country undertaking investigations that would help President Trump politically. Here are key parts of his written statement.
Sports
Astros Executive's Rant At Reporters Draws Firestorm On Eve Of Series
October 22, 2019
As the Houston Astros prepare for Game 1 of the World Series, the front office grapples with fallout from Assistant General Manager Brandon Taubman's profane rant targeting female reporters.
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More LOLs, Fewer Zzzs: Teens May Be Losing Sleep Over Social Media
October 22, 2019
Research yet again shows teens are glued to their phones to an unhealthy degree. In fact, they may be choosing social media over sleep. But maybe it's not all sad face, researchers say.
Education
New Charges Against Lori Loughlin And 10 Other Parents In Admissions Case
October 22, 2019
New federal charges were filed Tuesday against a total of 18 defendants accused of being part of a conspiracy to cheat their children into top colleges.
Middle East
Turkey, Russia Reach Deal To Control Syrian Areas Once Patrolled By The U.S.
October 22, 2019
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan agreed to jointly patrol an area in northern Syria previously controlled by Kurdish forces with U.S. support.
Book News & Features
Anonymous Author of Explosive Trump Administration Insider Op-Ed To Publish Book
October 22, 2019
The book will be called A Warning. The author will be identified as A Senior Trump Administration Official. It will be published by Twelve Books on Nov. 19.
Media
It's Superhero Time On Podcasts: Star-Lord And Black Widow To Step Up To The Mic
October 22, 2019
A Marvel deal with SiriusXM and Pandora marks a deeper investment by the companies to claim a stake in the growing realm of podcasting, now on pace to become a $1 billion industry.
National
More California Blackouts To Avert Wildfires May Start Wednesday, PG&E Says
October 22, 2019
The utility giant warned over 200,000 customers in 16 California counties that gusty winds and low humidity may bring more proactive power shutoffs starting Wednesday.
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Trump Plan Weakens Protections For California Fish, Diverts Water To Farms
October 22, 2019
The move fulfills a Trump campaign promise to help California's farmers. But it ignores the warnings of federal biologists who were sidelined.
World
In Chile, Protesters Decry Troop Deployment As A Pinochet Tactic
October 22, 2019
The country has been gripped by mass demonstrations and planned union strikes over economic inequality.
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