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December 13, 2019
Additional $400,000 In Funding Will Help Stockton Shelter Add Beds This Winter
The Stockton Shelter for the Homeless and the Gospel Rescue Mission will be able to add 50 beds apiece with the funding from the city of Stockton and San Joaquin County.
Capital Stage Returns To Pemberly For Jane Austen-Inspired "The Wickhams"
Sacramento’s Capital Stage is presenting another holiday season play recalling British writer Jane Austen. Critic Jeff Hudson says this nimble production will particularly appeal to fans of PBS serials like “Downton Abbey” and “Upstairs, Downstairs.”
December 12, 2019
Without Urgent Action, California’s Sea-Level Rise A Threat To Housing, Economy, Report Says
Despite years of urgent warnings, local governments are moving too slow to prevent the worst damage from sea-level rise caused by climate change, according to a report by the California Legislative Analyst’s office.
December 12, 2019
House Judiciary Committee Delays Votes On Two Articles of Impeachment Until Friday
Chairman Jerrold Nadler unexpectedly called a halt for the night without consulting minority Republicans after hours of procedural combat toward the expected votes. GOP members were outraged.
December 12, 2019
Presidential Candidate Visits To CA And NV And The Individual Mandate
As the primaries approach, candidate visits to the Western US continue. Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg was just in California and Sen. Elizabeth Warren was in Reno. And we talk about the coming of the state’s individual mandate.
December 12, 2019
Sacramento Family Justice Center Serves Many In Need
The challenge for victims of domestic violence when they need help is having to deal with multiple agencies at multiple stops. The Sacramento Family Justice Center was designed as a one-stop location for resources, services, hotlines and more.
December 12, 2019
Monica Pasqual to Perform At Sacramento’s The Sofia
In this week’s Sound Advice, we welcome back Monica Pasqual. She is known for many things, including her work with the group Blame Sally. Pasqual has a new album, and a show with her bandmate from Blame Sally at The Sofia tomorrow night.
Bloomberg Unveils Proposals On Housing, Income Inequality During Stockton Campaign Stop
Democratic presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg also received an endorsement from Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs.
December 11, 2019
House Judiciary Committee Opens Debate On Impeachment Articles
The committee convened to mark up the legislation that the House would use to impeach President Trump, possibly by Christmas.
December 11, 2019
11 Jazz Songs That Spoke Truth To Power In 2019
Jazz musicians have long spoken their mind in the face of injustice, and 2019 was no exception.
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National
Sunday Deadline Looms For Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment
December 14, 2019
The Health and Human Services Secretary tweeted a reminder: "If you decide that purchasing coverage through healthcare.gov is the right decision for you, make sure you select coverage by this Sunday."

National
California Rejects State's Largest Utility's Bankruptcy Plan
December 14, 2019
Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to expedite the beleaguered PG&E bankruptcy case in time for next year's wildfire season. But Newsom said the utility's plan "falls woefully short" of what is needed.

World
Searchers Fail To Find Remaining Bodies As New Zealand Volcano Death Toll Rises To 16
December 14, 2019
Monday's volcanic eruption killed at least 16 people, many of them tourists visiting White Island. Authorities have been trying to recover two more bodies, even under the threat of another eruption.

Business
Tensions Over Politics At Work? Tell Us About It
December 14, 2019
As the 2020 presidential election heats up, surveys show workplace tensions over politics have increased. Maybe this is true for you. If so, we would love to hear your story.

World
Life Along Pakistan's Mountain Highway Where China Is Investing Billions Of Dollars
December 14, 2019
The Karakoram Highway revamp is a key part of China's trade and infrastructure initiative in the region, and local communities' expectations are high.

Simon Says
Opinion: Should It Be Illegal To Sleep Outside?
December 14, 2019
Laws that ban sleeping outside favor relocation over resolving the problems that force people onto the streets.

Author Interviews
'Dangerous Melodies' Examines Classical Music And American Foreign Relations
December 14, 2019
A new book explores the relation between a few key figures in American classical music and U.S. foreign policy in the 20th century.

Goats and Soda
They're The Bravest, Humblest Civil Servants In Pakistan
December 14, 2019
The global program Integrity Icon aims to "name and fame" instead of "name and shame." This week, Pakistan honored government employees who did everything from track down killers to evict squatters.

Book Reviews
Kids These Days ... Are Reading Nietzsche In The 'Burbs'
December 14, 2019
It's easy to make fun of disgruntled teenagers, but in his funny new Nietzsche and the Burbs, author Lars Iyer depicts them accurately and with real sensitivity, never mocking or condescending.

Shots - Health News
Holiday Parties Make You Squirm? Here's How To Conquer Social Anxiety
December 14, 2019
People with social anxiety disorder fear their "fatal flaws" will be exposed by a wayward comment or other social misstep. If holiday parties send you spiraling, try these tips.
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