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September 24, 2021
Newsom Signs Bill For Native American Monument To Replace California Colonizer
Legislation creating a process for replacing the statue honoring Spanish missionary Junipero Serra with a monument honoring local tribes is signed by the California governor.
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.
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.
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.
September 24, 2021
A New Law In California Aims To Protect Workers At Retail Warehouses Like Amazon's
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed AB 701 on Wednesday. It aims to address the impact of speed quotas on warehouse worker injuries and health.
September 23, 2021
A CDC Panel Backs Booster Shots For Older Adults, A Step Toward Making Them Available
Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have recommended a third dose of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for people 65 and older as well as others at a high risk of severe illness.
Sacramento Zoo Explores Relocation To Larger Site In Elk Grove
A beloved landmark is considering up-and-leaving its longtime city digs for a bigger home in the suburbs.
Can You Handle The Truth: Fact-Checking Claims About Breakthrough COVID-19 Cases
Breakthrough cases are rare but are fueling misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccines, which are safe and effective at preventing the disease.
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September 22, 2021
The FDA OKs Pfizer-BioNTech Booster For People 65+ And At High Risk For Severe COVID
A third shot of the vaccine can be given at least six months after the two-dose regimen of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, according to the authorization. A booster rollout could begin this week.
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Europe
Germans Will Choose A New Government As Angela Merkel Steps Down As Chancellor
September 25, 2021
Sunday's federal election will determine who will follow Merkel, who has served as Germany's chancellor for 16 years. The country's next government is expected to be a coalition of three parties.
Technology
The Elizabeth Holmes Trial Sparks A Silicon Valley Debate: Why Not Other Tech CEOs?
September 25, 2021
As the former CEO of the blood-testing company Theranos faces fraud charges, some are asking why other tech leaders accused of wrongdoing have avoided criminal charges.
Wish You Were Here
In France's Perfume Capital Of The World, There's A World Of Beautiful Fragrance
September 25, 2021
Its jasmine and roses are prized by perfumers and those eager to learn the trade. But the French Riviera town of Grasse didn't always smell sweet. Centuries ago, it was known for leather tanneries.
Politics
Rural Hospitals Worry They Will Lose Staff Because Of Biden's New Vaccine Mandate
September 25, 2021
In rural areas, hospitals and clinics are worried they'll be left short if some staff quit rather than get COVID-19 vaccines required by the Biden administration's new mandate.
Health
A Free In-School Grocery Store Is Tackling Child Hunger, One Family At A Time
September 25, 2021
The free store in an Atlanta middle school offers not only food, but household items, toiletries, clothing and shoes. Social entrepreneur Jasmine Crowe hopes to open more of the stores in the future.
Book Reviews
Fall Brings YA Historicals About Thieves And The Rapscallions Who Love Them
September 25, 2021
Both The City Beautiful and Before We Disappear feature young crooks getting by in big cities at the turn of the 19th century, one haunted by his past and the other trapped by his magic powers.
National
A 6-Year-Old Girl Died After Ride Operators Reportedly Did Not Secure Her Seat Belts
September 24, 2021
Wongel Estifanos was visiting Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park during Labor Day weekend while vacationing with her family, officials say.
The Picture Show
Photos: Haitian Migrants Who Were At The Border Share Their Search For A New Life
September 24, 2021
Haitian migrants camp on the Mexican side of the U.S. border.
Coronavirus Updates
Limits On Toilet Paper And Cleaning Supplies Are Back At Costco
September 24, 2021
Costco Chief Financial Officer Richard Galanti said an anticipated uptick in demand as the delta variant surges and supply chain challenges led to the purchase limits on key household items.
Author Interviews
Dan Savage Looks At What Has Changed In The 30 Years He's Been Giving Sex Advice
September 24, 2021
Savage has a new book celebrating 30 years writing his sex advice column "Savage Love." He talked with NPR about where he's been wrong, what's changed, and why gay people know more about sex.
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Today on Insight, we're looking at the end of California's eviction moratorium and hear from local restaurateurs about staying in business during the pandemic, and we learn about a benefit show for an injured Folsom Marine.
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