Interview: California's State Epidemiologist Optimistic On COVID-19 Outlook
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September 26, 2021
California Moves On Climate Change, But Rejects Aggressive Cuts To Greenhouse Emissions
Drought, wildfires, extreme heat: California lawmakers cast climate change as the culprit in an emerging series of public health threats, setting aside billions to help communities respond.
September 25, 2021
Contractor’s Deal On California Rent Relief Gets More Lucrative
The state is relying on a private contractor to get rent relief to California tenants and landlords, and just increased the lucrative deal.
September 25, 2021
As UC Makes Room For More Californians, Can It Afford To Lose Out-Of-State Students?
Out-of-state UC students are having a bad year. The Legislature made plans to have the UC enroll fewer of them to make way for more in-state students. Meanwhile, tuition is going up $8,000 for future out-of-state students.
September 25, 2021
Booster Shots Are Coming. Here's How To Figure Out If You Need One
With the back and forth on boosters from government agencies, many Americans are wondering if they really need an extra shot. Here is what the science says about who needs a booster now — and why.
September 24, 2021
PG&E Is Charged With Manslaughter In A California Wildfire That Killed 4
Pacific Gas & Electric was charged Friday with manslaughter and other crimes after its equipment sparked a Northern California wildfire that killed four people and destroyed hundreds of homes last year, prosecutors said.
Historic California Reparations Task Force Discusses Community Engagement, History of Slavery
The group, designed to examine what reparations might look like and compile educational resources about slavery and its impact, met on Thursday and Friday.
September 24, 2021
Woman Arrested Near Fawn Fire As Thousands Evacuated In Shasta County
As of Friday morning, more than 25 buildings have been destroyed and the Shasta County Sheriff’s Office has issued mandatory evacuations for several areas north of the city of Redding.
California State Of MindEpisode 41
September 24, 2021
Participation, Baby! How Some Cities Are Experimenting With A Community Budget Process
If your city leaders asked you how to spend millions of tax dollars, what would you suggest? Some cities in California have been experimenting with a participatory budget process. Hear how it works and why it seems to be gaining momentum.
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Al Capone’s Personal Items To Be Auctioned In Sacramento
Famed Chicago mob boss Al Capone’s personal belongings are being auctioned for the first time by his family in Sacramento. Items like pistols, jewelry and family photographs are all up for auction.
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September 24, 2021
CDC Director Backs COVID Booster Plan And Makes An Additional Recommendation
CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky signed off on a series of recommendations from a panel of advisers late Thursday. In addition she also recommended boosters for high-risk workers.
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Business
Activision Blizzard Strikes An $18 Million Deal Over Its Workplace Harassment Lawsuit
September 27, 2021
The game giant behind Call of Duty and World of Warcraft settled with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission after the agency filed a civil rights lawsuit over the company's culture.
Asia
North Korea Has Fired A Short-Range Missile Into The Sea In Its Latest Weapons Test
September 27, 2021
The move has raised questions about the sincerity of Pyongyang's recent offer for talks with South Korea.
KJZZ-FM | National
Just Before Taking Effect, Arizona's School Mask Mandate Ban Ruled Unconstitutional
September 27, 2021
The ban on mask mandates was to take effect Wed. Before that could happen, an Arizona judge ruled that it and other laws were unconstitutional specifically because of how lawmakers passed them.
Politics
Senate Republicans Block A Government Funding Bill In A Battle Over The Debt Limit
September 27, 2021
Republicans' opposition leaves the federal government teetering on the brink of a partial shutdown.
Television
Beck Bennett Is Leaving 'SNL,' But 3 New Cast Members Are Joining The Lineup
September 27, 2021
Apart from Bennett's exit, the announcement from Saturday Night Live also includes the departure of Lauren Holt, two promotions and three new hires at NBC's sketch comedy series.
Coronavirus Updates
Dozens Of Massachusetts State Police Have Resigned Over A Vaccine Mandate, Union Says
September 27, 2021
Under the governor's executive order, all executive department employees are required to show proof of vaccination by Oct. 17. Up to 20% of state police employees reportedly are not vaccinated.
Law
R. Kelly Found Guilty Of Racketeering And Sex Trafficking
September 27, 2021
A jury found the disgraced R&B star guilty of charges that included sexual exploitation of a child, racketeering and sex trafficking. He faces a possible sentence of 10 years to life in prison.
FA | Movie Interviews
'Dear Evan Hansen' Actor Ben Platt Escapes From Anxiety By Being In The Spotlight
September 27, 2021
Platt frequently worries about the past and what's to come, but there's one place where his anxiety tends to subside. "Being on stage, for me, is kind of the antidote to that," he says.
Health
The DEA Is Warning Of A Rise In Overdose Deaths From Fake Drugs Laced With Fentanyl
September 27, 2021
In its first public safety alert in six years, the Drug Enforcement Administration says many counterfeit prescription drugs sold online contain a potentially lethal dose of the opioid.
Politics
Rep. Karen Bass Launches Campaign To Be The Next Mayor Of Los Angeles
September 27, 2021
The six-term Democrat is one of the more high-profile names to enter the race to be LA's next mayor.
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