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April 13, 2021
Almost Two Months Later, Child Care Providers Still Waiting For Relief Checks
It could be mid-May or later before some child care providers get state stipends promised to them as part of a coronavirus relief package. Providers worry they may not be able to hold out that long.
April 13, 2021
For Moms, Back To School Is Not Back To Normal
Women’s participation in the labor force hasn’t been this low since 1988.
April 13, 2021
New Meets Old As Sacramento History Museum Gains Social Media Fame
The Sacramento History Museum has become a surprise hit on TikTok, bringing their historical printing presses to a modern audience.
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April 11, 2021
And Then There Were Two: Inyo And Merced Stuck In Strictest Tier
Unable to meet state COVID-19 infection criteria, Merced and Inyo counties still can’t reopen most businesses. The status threatens a big Memorial Day event in Bishop, so the town has asked the state to reconsider its rural county requirements.
April 11, 2021
California Oversight Of Nursing Homes Called ‘Befuddling,’ ‘Broken’
A CalMatters investigation reveals an opaque licensing process for California nursing homes, rife with indecision and contradictions.
April 10, 2021
A Melting Pot Of Traditions: Regina Carter Talks With Lara Downes
The genre-disrupting violinist talks about the problem with labeling music and the importance of being a role model for young women.
April 10, 2021
Can Vaccines Stop Variants? Here's What We Know So Far
One of the hottest areas of research right now: studies to determine how well current vaccines work against emerging coronavirus "variants of concern."
April 10, 2021
Supreme Court Rules For Worshippers And Against California COVID Restrictions
The court's unsigned order came on a 5-4 vote, preventing the state from enforcing a rule that limits at-home gatherings to no more than three households.
April 9, 2021
Nevada Lawmakers Buck National Trend, Seek Expanded Voter Access
The state’s Democrat majority is looking to adopt universal mail balloting.
April 9, 2021
As Students Return To Classrooms, One Group Is Noticeably Still Learning at Home: Asian Americans
Recent data from the Sacramento City Unified School District shows Asian American students are much less likely than any other student group to opt for in-person learning.
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Report: Capitol Police Leadership, Equipment Deficiencies Hampered Jan. 6 Response
April 13, 2021
The watchdog review also found that some advance intelligence offered a "more alarming" warning ahead of the day's events.
Europe
1st Century Roman Statue, Looted A Decade Ago, Found In Belgium By Off-Duty Police
April 13, 2021
The statue is valued at 100,000 euros and was stolen from an archaeological site near the outskirts of Rome.
Live Updates: Trial Over George Floyd's Killing
'I Never Imagined This': Daunte Wright's Family Calls For Accountability
April 13, 2021
The family, joined by their lawyer Benjamin Crump and George Floyd's relatives, questioned why police felt the need to use force, in the form of a Taser or gun, on Wright.
America Reckons With Racial Injustice
Rusten Sheskey, Kenosha Officer Who Shot Jacob Blake, Will Not Face Discipline
April 13, 2021
"Officer Sheskey was found to have been acting within policy," Kenosha, Wis., police Chief Daniel Miskinis said Tuesday, adding that he knows "some will not be pleased with the outcome."
Live Updates: Trial Over George Floyd's Killing
Expert Testifies Chauvin's Actions Were Justified And In Line With Policies
April 13, 2021
Defense witness Barry Brodd, a former police officer and use-of-force expert, told the court that the defendant, Derek Chauvin, followed his training as he pinned down George Floyd with his knee.
Movie Interviews
Starring As A Starlet, Amanda Seyfried Shines As Marion Davies In 'Mank'
April 13, 2021
To get into the role, Seyfried watched Davies' old movies, read her autobiography and listened to old scratchy recordings. She says playing the silver screen star was the ultimate dress-up dream.
Environment
Hundreds Of Companies Call For U.S. To Slash Carbon Emissions
April 13, 2021
In a move to curb climate change, an open letter from companies including Apple and Walmart calls on the Biden administration to cut U.S. emissions to at least half of 2005 levels by 2030.
National
Biden To Make Historic Census Director Pick With Latinx Statistician Rob Santos
April 13, 2021
If confirmed by the Senate, Robert Santos, president of the American Statistical Association, would be the bureau's first permanent director of color overseeing the national count and major surveys.
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Aaron Lee Tasjan's New Album Touches On Health, Being Alone, And Money
April 13, 2021
Though these songs may sound like they were inspired by the pandemic, Aaron Lee Tasjan's had an anxious mind since before the lockdown.
Live Updates: Trial Over George Floyd's Killing
Passenger In George Floyd's Car Testifies In Derek Chauvin Trial
April 13, 2021
Shawanda Hill said she was with George Floyd when an officer drew a gun outside the car. Floyd grabbed the wheel and said, "Please, please don't kill me, please, please don't shoot me," she recalled.
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