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New Google-Backed Plan To Spend California’s Mental Health Dollars Is Raising Eyebrows
There’s a push to revamp California’s mental health service network using smartphone apps and online therapy, but some advocates say it’s a questionable use of taxpayer dollars.
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August 15, 2018
Lauren Markham - The Far Away Brothers
Journalist Lauren Markham’s book, “The Far Away Brothers,” tells the true story of twin teens who escape violence in their native El Salvador and start a new life in Oakland, California.
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August 15, 2018
CPUC President Michael Picker On Regulating Utilities In The Age Of Megafires
California Public Utilities Commission President Michael Picker talks about how the agency is regulating utilities in light of several wildfires across the state.
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No Evidence To Back Denham’s Claim China 'Tampered' With U.S. Elections 'Quite A Bit'
Congressman Jeff Denham recently claimed China has "tampered with our elections quite a bit." We decided to fact-check that very specific and serious charge.
August 14, 2018
The Travels of Topograf
From creating their own music to shooting their own accompanying videos to building their own movable studio Topograf is the complete package. Check our their warm, electronic tones and meet the married pair that make it all happen.
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August 14, 2018
42-Year-Old Utah Father Dies Fighting Mendocino Complex Fire
Matthew Burchett, a firefighter from Draper, Utah, died Monday night while fighting the Mendocino Complex Fire in Northern California.
August 14, 2018
Sparks Across Darkness Says ‘Nice To Meet You’
Hip hop emcee Sparks Across Darkness performs the lead single from his new record “Obscura” before the album release party this Saturday at Momo Sacramento.
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August 14, 2018
Sacramento Police Chief Daniel Hahn On New Chase Procedures, Stephon Clark And More
Chief Daniel Hahn discusses changes to how Sacramento police conduct foot pursuits in the wake of the Stephon Clark shooting.
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August 14, 2018
Theater Critic Marcus Crowder Writes Original Play
Former Sacramento Bee Critic Marcus Crowder talks about his new play, “A Candlelight Vigil for Peace
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August 14, 2018
News Network: Wildfire Liability Inspires Increased Lobbying
CALmatters politics reporter Laurel Rosenhall reviewed lobbying and campaign finance records for the first half of 2018. She found that groups that stand to lose millions in damages from wildfires have been furiously lobbying the state legislature.
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NPR Top Stories
Europe
Death Toll In Genoa Bridge Collapse Rises To 39
August 15, 2018
Deputy Prime Minister Luigi Di Maio said a private company responsible for maintaining the Ponte Morandi Bridge did not do its job and was responsible for the collapse.
Turning The Tables
Rihanna Is The 21st Century's Most Influential Musician
August 15, 2018
For much of this century's first two decades, there has been at least one Rihanna song on the pop charts. If she is not seen as taking musical risks, it's only because so many of them have paid off.
Environment
Wisconsin Reservation Offers A Climate Success Story And A Warning
August 15, 2018
Climate change is causing more severe flooding around the country, and a disproportionate number of Native American communities are on the front lines.
Politics
FACT CHECK: Can Trump Legally Keep Former Staff Quiet? Probably Not
August 15, 2018
The Trump campaign says former White House staffer Omarosa Manigault Newman broke a nondisclosure agreement but an employment lawyer says, "she's going to be able to continue with what she's doing."
Analysis
A Big Night For Democratic Diversity, And 3 Other Primary Takeaways
August 15, 2018
For the first time, a transgender candidate won a major party nomination for governor. Plus, a possible new chapter in the #MeToo era; education as a major theme; and high Democratic turnout.
Law
Prosecutors, Defense To Offer Closing Arguments In Paul Manafort Fraud Trial
August 15, 2018
Jurors are set to hear concluding statements following testimony by more than two dozen witnesses. Then it's their time to deliberate.
Religion
Catholic Sexual Abuse Crisis Deepens As Authorities Lag In Response
August 15, 2018
History, legal issue and doctrine all contribute to the continuing failure of Catholic authorities to recognize and respond more effectively to sexual abuse scandals.
All Songs TV
Cat Power Combines Her Powers With Lana Del Rey In 'Woman'
August 15, 2018
Chan Marshall's first album in six years, Wanderer, has spawned its first official single. "Woman" is a duet that mixes icy defiance with fogbound mystery.
World
British Police Name Suspect In Crash At Parliament That Injured 3
August 15, 2018
Salih Khater, 29, is a Sudan-born British citizen who remains in custody. Police say there's no evidence that Londoners are in any further danger in connection with the incident.
Book Reviews
'Flights' Is A Trip, If You Like Wandering Off The Edges Of The Map
August 15, 2018
Polish author Olga Tokarczuk's new collection is a cabinet of curiosities — surreal, loosely connected stories about the human body, about movement, about two-headed calves and saints' relics.
Featured Projects
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Insight: News Network / Marcus Crowder On His New Play / Sacramento Police Change Chase Policy / Sparks Across Darkness Performs
CALmatters reporter Laurel Rosenhall joins us for News Network. Theater critic Marcus Crowder previews his new play. Sacramento Police Chief Daniel Hahn tells us about the department's new foot chase policy. Sparks Across Darkness performs.
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