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Supreme Court Rejects Church's Challenge To California's Coronavirus Rules
May 30, 2020
Chief Justice John Roberts sided with the court's liberal bloc in a 5-4 decision issued late Friday. The lawsuit had argued that the state's limits on attendance discriminated against religion.
At Least 2 Killed In Nationwide Protests Over George Floyd's Death
May 30, 2020
Americans continued to express their grief and outrage in demonstrations across the country, with violence emerging in some cities.
Lara Downes: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
May 30, 2020
Watch the pianist reimagine old spirituals and songs of freedom that continue to resonate in new ways.
In Sacramento, Demonstrators Face Off With Law Enforcement, Block Highway During ‘Solidarity With Minneapolis’ Protest
May 29, 2020 | Scott Rodd | Sarah Mizes-Tan
They marched for more than six hours, at times facing off with police in ruggedized gear and momentarily blocking traffic on Highway 99 before law enforcement fired flash grenades and pepper balls to break up the protest.
Salons And Barbershops Are Reopening In Northern California, With Different View Toward Wearing Masks
May 29, 2020 | Bob Moffitt
The COVID-19 hairdo will soon be a thing of the past for people in many California counties. But how some salons and barber shops reopen in Sacramento could look different than in nearby counties.
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Trump Set To Discuss Response To China's Grab Of Hong Kong
May 29, 2020
The White House has scheduled a press conference for Friday afternoon following administration criticism of Beijing's assertion of power. Watch President Trump's remarks live.
‘Counties Decide’: Local Governments In Driver’s Seat As California Businesses Reopen, Newsom Says
May 29, 2020 | Nick Miller
“We put out the guide, the counties decide when,” Gov. Gavin Newsom said of modifying the state’s stay-at-home order.
George Floyd's Arresting Officer Charged With 3rd-Degree Murder, Manslaughter
May 29, 2020
Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis officer who planted a knee on the black man's neck, has been detained by state officials. For days, a video of the arrest has elicited fury across the country.
'The Sheer Volume' Is Hard To Capture: Unemployment In Nevada Soars To Historic High
May 29, 2020
Nearly 41% of jobs in the state's food and accommodation industry have been lost. The overall levels are comparable to the Great Depression, says David Schmidt, a state economist.
Watch: In State Of The City Address, Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs Says No Layoffs In Budget
May 28, 2020 | Rich Ibarra
Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs presented his speech online from the Haggin Museum due to the pandemic. The mayor said while many cities may be tightening their belt, Stockton and its budget are in good shape.
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Public Health Leaders Across California Are Retiring, Resigning Amid The Coronavirus Pandemic
May 28, 2020 | Scott Rodd
Half a dozen public health officers and directors — from Butte to San Bernardino counties — have announced their retirement or resignation in the last five weeks. Experts warn of a public health ‘brain drain’ as a result.
Lassen County Rescinds Reopening After COVID-19 Case Counts Rise
May 28, 2020 | Sammy Caiola
After reporting its first five confirmed COVID-19 cases in less than a week, Lassen County is rescinding its move to an expanded stage of the state's reopening. Meanwhile, Sonoma County is also slowing the rate it is allowing businesses to start up.
The Stress Of COVID-19 Is Shifting Our Habits. How Has Your Drug And Alcohol Use Changed?
May 28, 2020 | Sammy Caiola
With all the stress generated by coronavirus, some people are picking up (or falling back on) unhealthy drug and alcohol habits. We’d like to hear about how your habits have changed.
California Reforestation Efforts During COVID-19
May 28, 2020
Insight checks in on reforestation efforts in California as the state forays deeper into fire season amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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Tiny Desk Update, Socially Distant Saturday With Nick Brunner
May 28, 2020
A look ahead to the weekend and updates on the Tiny Desk Contest with CapRadio Modern Music Director Nick Brunner.
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LA Sues California Company, Alleging 'Sophisticated' COVID-19 Fraud
May 27, 2020
The city attorney accuses Wellness Matrix Group of "shocking deceptive conduct" over its sales of purported "at-home" coronavirus tests and virus-killing disinfectant.
California Files Its 82nd Lawsuit Against Trump Administration. This Time It’s Over Human Health And Pollution From Cars
May 27, 2020 | Ezra David Romero
Around two dozen states, including California, are suing the Trump administration over its decision to weaken fuel efficiency standards. It’s the 82nd lawsuit the state’s filed against the administration.
What Does Sacramento's 'Stay At Home' Order Mean?
May 27, 2020
Sacramento County issued an order for all residents to stay home to limit the spread of the coronavirus, which now runs indefinitely. Here's what it means for residents.
In-Person Worship Is Now Allowed In California, But Some Religious Leaders Are Unsure About Opening
May 27, 2020 | Sammy Caiola
Gov. Gavin Newsom gave places of worship the green light to resume services, with modifications in some counties. Some California faith groups are excited about reuniting to pray, others are nervous about packed pews and shared greetings.
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Our Daily Breather: Steve Reich Composes During The Coronavirus Crisis
May 27, 2020
In Our Daily Breather, we ask writers and artists to recommend ways to find calm in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis. Steve Reich tells NPR Music about his new composition.
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Weekend Protests In Sacramento / Nationwide Response To Protesters / Cleaning Up Sacramento Post-Protest / Houses Of Worship On Protests, Reopening
The latest on weekend protests in Sacramento and how the rest of the nation is grappling with the protests. A look at President Trump’s new order aimed at social media companies. We also check in with reopening places of worship, and more.
Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs State Of The City / Reforestation Efforts During COVID-19 / Tiny Desk Update, ‘Socially Distant Saturday’
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Indian Teen Bikes 700 Miles With Injured Dad, Is Hailed As Hero — And Sparks Debate
June 2, 2020
Her father worked in the city and got injured. His daughter came to care for him and took him home via bike. Ivanka Trump is among her admirers. But some ask: Why this was her only option?
National
One Week After George Floyd's Death, Protests Continue Across The Country
June 2, 2020
From Minneapolis, to New York, to smaller cities such as Omaha, Neb., outrage over police brutality and systemic racism spills into the streets.
Code Switch
What We're Reading About The Past Week Of Protests
June 2, 2020
Here are some of the most illuminating stories that we've read this week about the uprisings across the nation, and what brought the country to this moment.
National
Governors Push Back On Trump's Threat To Deploy Federal Troops To Quell Unrest
June 2, 2020
In a Rose Garden address and on a conference call with governors on Monday, the president threatened to send troops to states that didn't crack down sufficiently on demonstrations.
Elections
Tuesday's Primaries: Races To Watch And Live Results
June 2, 2020
Iowa Rep. Steve King faces a strong GOP primary challenger, after years of incendiary comments put him on the outs with his party. Eight states and the District of Columbia vote on Tuesday.
Sports
Sports Figures Add Their Voices To Those Of Angry Protesters
June 2, 2020
In the days since George Floyd was killed while in police custody in Minnesota, sports figures have started speaking out, too. Some even joined the demonstrations that have swept the nation.
Shots - Health News
How To Get Sleep In Uneasy Times
June 2, 2020
Many people are struggling with insomnia like never before. Specialists explain why these times put an extra strain on our ability to get needed rest — and what to do about it.
National
Park Police Tear Gas Peaceful Protesters To Clear Way For Trump Church Photo-Op
June 1, 2020
After U.S. Park Police and National Guard troops pushed demonstrators out of Lafayette Park, President Trump walked from the White House to St. John's Church where he posed for pictures with a Bible.
