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October 27, 2021
Pianist Jeremy Denk revisits his favorite childhood composer, Mozart
Pianist Jeremy Denk has aligned his childhood love of Mozart with his upcoming memoir, ‘Every Good Boy Does Fine’ and new album with the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, ‘Mozart Piano Concertos.’
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October 27, 2021
Booster shots are here. Take our quiz to see if you need one
Many Americans are now eligible for a COVID vaccine booster. Are you? Our quiz will help you figure it out.
October 26, 2021
What you need to know about COVID boosters
You've seen the headlines about COVID boosters. But what does it all mean for you? Here's how to sort through the science and figure out if and when you need a booster and which one to get.
Sacramento went from record drought to record rain. Climate change may make that more common.
Last weekend’s rainfall was record breaking, but experts say that heavy precipitation alongside dry, hot summers is likely due to climate change.
October 25, 2021
Renowned conductor Bernard Haitink, beloved for his modesty, has died at age 92
The Dutch conductor Bernard Haitink had a six-decade career leading major orchestras across Europe, the U.S. and the U.K. He was hailed as a musician's musician, prizing the art well above glamor.
October 25, 2021
Sacramento sets rainfall record as atmospheric river passes through Northern California
A powerful atmospheric river hit Northern California, bringing historic rains and causing flooding, power outages and ash and debris flows in wildfire burn scar areas.
October 25, 2021
Northern California wildfires: Where to find updates on air quality, evacuations, and official information
Here’s the latest information on the wildfires burning throughout Northern California.
Wildfire burn scars in Northern California see flash flooding, debris flows from powerful storms
Weather officials say heavy rain could also bring flooding and even ash and debris flows over burn scars in the region, including the Caldor and Dixie fires.
October 24, 2021
California politicians raising money for charity face new rules from ethics panel
The state Fair Political Practices Commission is focusing on more public disclosure to address a growing trend of charitable donations serving as a conduit for interest groups seeking to influence politicians. Government watchdogs say that isn’t enou
October 23, 2021
COVID and the flu: Is a ‘twindemic’ threat lurking again?
Experts hope continued masking will reduce this season’s dual threat of COVID and flu.
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National
The State Department issues the first passport with a nonbinary gender "X" option
October 27, 2021
After a lawsuit, the Biden administration promised earlier this year that it would make the documents more inclusive for people who identify as nonbinary, intersex and gender non-conforming.
Coronavirus Updates
Cigarette sales went up last year for the first time in 20 years. Blame the pandemic
October 27, 2021
The Federal Trade Commission says sales in 2020 were up slightly, and analysts say the increase was due to the coronavirus pandemic. But the gain looks unlikely to represent a long-term trend.
Health Care
108,000 people will get medical debt relief after Stacey Abrams' PAC gifts $1.34M
October 27, 2021
The Fair Fight Political Action Committee says its donation to the RIP Medical Debt nonprofit will benefit residents in 5 Southern states, part of Fair Fight Action's advocacy for Medicaid expansion.
Sports
3 things to know about Atlanta's win over Houston in Game 1 of the World Series
October 27, 2021
A broken leg, a new record and a bat man: a roundup of interesting stories that emerged from the Atlanta Braves' 6-2 victory over the Houston Astros.
Media
Fox anchor Neil Cavuto urged viewers to get vaccinated. Then came the death threats
October 27, 2021
Cavuto, who is immunocompromised, encouraged viewers to get vaccinated against COVID-19 after announcing his own breakthrough infection. When he returned to the air, he brought their emails with him.
Coronavirus Updates
Brazil senate wants Bolsonaro charged with crimes against humanity for COVID response
October 27, 2021
A Senate panel recommends a number of other charges against the Brazilian president, including inciting an epidemic. But the chances that Jair Bolsonaro will be indicted look slim.
Tiny Desk
Neffy: Tiny Desk Concert
October 27, 2021
It felt good to be at the Tiny Desk, if only for one night. Tiny Desk Contest winner Neffy plays her winning song, "Wait Up," plus three more in the first Tiny Desk concert since March 2020.
National
He underpaid for a Mountain Dew by 43 cents. It almost cost him 7 years in prison
October 27, 2021
Prosecutors in Pennsylvania dropped a theft count against Joseph Sobolewski, who because of the state's three-strikes law saw the original charge against him treated as a felony.
National
Texas' new law restricts transgender athletes' participation on school sports teams
October 27, 2021
Texas is the latest state to prohibit transgender youth from playing on sports teams that align with their gender identity.
The Coronavirus Crisis
Why Puerto Rico leads the U.S. in COVID vaccine rate — and what states can learn
October 27, 2021
The highest rate of COVID-19 vaccination in the United States is not in a liberal-leaning Northeastern or West Coast state. It's in a place with a notably different political culture.
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