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April 14, 2021
Last Summer, Nevada Lawmakers Promised More Criminal Justice Reform. Here Are Some Of The Bills They’re Considering
Following a special legislative session dealing with police reform, legislators promised they weren’t done. Here are some of the bills they’re considering in the 2021 regular session.
April 14, 2021
New Classical Tracks: Pat Metheny Enters The World Of Classical Guitar
Jazz guitarist and composer Pat Metheny learned guitar the informal way, by ear, but he worked with classically trained musicians on his new album, 'Road to the Sun.'
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.
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.
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National Security
Intelligence Chiefs Say China, Russia Are Biggest Threats To U.S.
April 14, 2021
The top U.S. intelligence officials detailed concerns to the Senate Intelligence Committee on Wednesday, with many questions about cyber threats and espionage targeting U.S. technology.

Coronavirus Updates
Denmark Drops AstraZeneca Vaccine, Citing Rare Side Effects, Epidemic 'Under Control'
April 14, 2021
The Danish Health Authority said it will continue its vaccination campaign without the shot made by AstraZeneca, but said its benefits outweigh the risks for those who do get it.

Investigations
Falun Gong, Steve Bannon, And The Trump-Era Battle Over Internet Freedom
April 14, 2021
The Trump administration and a liberal activist fought to win millions in federal funds for anti-censorship software tied to the Falun Gong. That saga is now at the center of a criminal investigation.

America Reckons With Racial Injustice
Officer Who Shot Daunte Wright Arrested, To Be Charged With 2nd-Degree Manslaughter
April 14, 2021
Officials said Kim Potter mistook her handgun for her Taser. The charge carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a $20,000 fine.

Goats and Soda
Johnson & Johnson Halt Isn't Just A U.S. Problem
April 14, 2021
Soon after U.S. regulators paused the use of the J&J single-dose vaccine, health authorities in many European countries and in South Africa announced that they were also putting it on hold.

Music Features
I Grew Up Afraid. Lil Nas X's 'Montero' Is The Lesson I Needed
April 14, 2021
For all the fuss around the viral hit "Montero (Call Me By Your Name)," its true message is a tender one: Hell hath no fury like what young queer people go through every day.

FA | Author Interviews
Journalist Investigates 'Crime Story' Of The Sackler Family And The Opioid Crisis
April 14, 2021
Empire of Pain author Patrick Radden Keefe says the Sackler family has "thrown a lot of energy" into trying to thwart his reporting about the family's involvement in the opioid crisis.

WPLN | Slingshot
Mental Health Takes Center Stage As Pandemic Devastates Nashville's Live Music Scene
April 14, 2021
WPLN News reports on surmounting mental health concerns in Nashville's live music community.

Live Updates: Trial Over George Floyd's Killing
Watch Live: Defense Testimony Resumes In Derek Chauvin's Trial
April 14, 2021
The defense's first witness for the day is Dr. David Fowler, a retired forensic pathologist who was chief medical examiner for the state of Maryland.

Politics
Biden Announces He Will End America's Longest War In Afghanistan
April 14, 2021
The president said he will move to withdraw American forces from Afghanistan after nearly 20 years of an active U.S. military presence in the country.
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