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February 16, 2019
Should California Buy Disaster Insurance?
Napa Democratic Sen. Bill Dodd, Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara and Treasurer Fiona Ma say it’s time to look at purchasing disaster insurance for the state.
February 15, 2019
Hunger Strike Ends At Yuba County Jail, Sheriff Calls Claims Of Inmate Mistreatment ‘Misleading’
Supporters said the immigration detainees who had been on a hunger strike at the Yuba County Jail would end it this weekend. They ended it early after voicing their claims of mistreatment to sheriff staff.
Gavin Newsom Calls For ‘Master Plan On Aging’ In California
Advocates for seniors say the state doesn’t need new programs, but instead must make existing ones work together more effectively.
February 15, 2019
Colin Kaepernick Reaches Deal With The NFL To Settle Collusion Allegations
An attorney for the former San Francisco 49ers quarterback tweeted that after discussions, the "parties have decided to resolve their pending grievances." The terms are not public.
February 15, 2019
Gavin Newsom Talks With Students Displaced After The Camp Fire, Discusses Emergency Spending For Communities Impacted By Wildfires
California Gov. Gavin Newsom toured the area burned by the Camp Fire on Thursday, announcing a state contribution of about $31.3 million to replace lost property tax revenues for seven California counties.
Some Rural California Hospitals Will Try To Prevent Overdoses With Opioid Treatment In The ER
The state is encouraging an opioid withdrawal treatment they say could reduce the risk of overdose if given in the emergency room.
February 15, 2019
John Lescroart - The Rule Of Law
In John Lescroart’s novel “The Rule of Law,” a coyote who was smuggling immigrants into the U.S. is mysteriously murdered.
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February 15, 2019
California Expected To Sue Trump Administration Over Emergency Declaration
Gov. Gavin Newsom and California Attorney General Xavier Becerra are expected to announce that the state will sue the Trump Administration over the president's declaration of a national emergency to secure funds for the border wall. Watch live here.
February 15, 2019
Risk Of Flooding, Mudslides Remains After California Storm
A powerful winter storm has closed Interstate 80 in the Sierras and caused flood and mudslide concerns throughout the state.
Business Journal: Cryotherapy In East Sacramento, Elks Tower Card Room Licensing, New Downtown Rooftop Bar
A cryotherapy clinic is coming to East Sacramento, state officials deny a card room license for Elks Tower and a rooftop bar and restaurant may soon be opening near Golden 1 Center. The Sacramento Business Journal's Scott Rodd has the details.
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Heather Nauert Withdraws From Consideration For U.N. Ambassador
February 16, 2019
The State Department spokesperson says "it is in the best interest of my family to withdraw." In the two months since her nomination was announced, Nauert's credentials have been questioned.
Animals
Talkin' Birds: The Great Backyard Bird Count
February 16, 2019
Bird lovers around the world are counting birds this weekend for the annual Great Backyard Bird Count, which provides valuable data for avian research.
National
9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Cuts Payouts By As Much As 70 Percent
February 16, 2019
The fund is reducing awards as it faces a surge in claims before the fund's 2020 expiration date.
Obituaries
Actor Bruno Ganz, By Turns An Angel And A Tyrant, Dies At 77
February 16, 2019
Ganz portrayed more than 100 film roles starting when he was 19. His most notable were as an angel in Wings of Desire and Adolf Hitler in Downfall.
National
Illinois Gunman Opened Fire When He Learned He Would Lose His Job, Police Say
February 16, 2019
Shooter Gary Montez Martin, 45, wasn't legally allowed to own a gun, police say. But he never complied with a demand to relinquish his firearms.
World
Munich Security Conference Reveals A Growing Rift Between U.S. And Its Allies
February 16, 2019
German Chancellor Angela Merkel received a standing ovation for a speech that critiqued U.S. foreign policy. Meanwhile, U.S. Vice President Pence defended U.S. global leadership.
Religion
Vatican Defrocks Former Cardinal McCarrick, Finds Him Guilty Of Sex Abuse
February 16, 2019
Theodore McCarrick rose to power as a cardinal and archbishop of Washington, D.C. He became the most senior Catholic Church official in modern times to lose clerical status.
World
U.S. Masses Aid Along Venezuelan Border As Some Humanitarian Groups Warn Of Risks
February 16, 2019
Some aid workers are being denounced as opposition activists and there are fears that all aid could be blocked. The situation could soon resemble a "medieval siege," warns an analyst in Caracas.
Simon Says
Opinion: Good Night Oppy, A Farewell To NASA's Mars Rover
February 16, 2019
NASA's admission this week that the agency has lost contact with a Mars rover brings an end to a compelling story of usefulness and resilience.
Science
Ph.D. Student Breaks Down Electron Physics Into A Swinging Musical
February 16, 2019
John Bohannon, founder of Science magazine's "Dance Your Ph.D." contest, presents the 2018 winner, Pramodh Senarath Yapa. He won over judges with his choreographic rendition of some chaotic electrons.
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Ben Adler fills us in on the latest developments in California's high speed rail project. Author Reyna Grande tells us about her new book. Kevin Doherty joins us for Sound Advice to celebrate Valentine's Day and Black History Month.
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