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June 25, 2022
What happens if Californians pass two sports betting initiatives?
There’s a good chance that two initiatives to legalize sports betting will appear on the November ballot. If both pass, they might both go into effect or the result could be decided in court, depending on which one gets more yes votes.
Abortion is still legal in California. Here are answers to questions about access in the state.
Find answers to questions about California’s protections for abortion access for both in and out-of-state residents, what abortion options exist in the state and more.
June 24, 2022
California tax relief: What’s in the tentative deal
After weeks of talks, state lawmakers are told there is a tentative agreement on California gas tax relief between Gov. Newsom and legislative leaders. It includes refunds of as much as $1,050, but officials caution that the deal isn’t final.
June 24, 2022
Here's where abortions will likely be banned or strictly limited post Roe
With the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, abortion bans in many states will kick in. Here are the states with laws with abortion bans and restrictions in place.
June 24, 2022
How California created the nation’s easiest abortion access — and why it’s poised to go further
California once criminalized abortion. Now it's the US leader on abortion rights, and may become a 'sanctuary' for out-of-state seekers.
June 24, 2022
Live updates: The Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
In a 6-3 vote along ideological lines, the Supreme Court has ruled in favor of a strict Mississippi abortion law. It also overturned Roe v. Wade, the 50-year-old case that was the basis for legal abortion across the United States.
June 24, 2022
Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
The U.S. Supreme Court has overturned the constitutional right to an abortion, reversing Roe v. Wade, the court's five-decade-old decision that guaranteed a woman's right to obtain an abortion.
Get a closer look at spiders at UC Davis 'Eight-Legged Encounters' this weekend
Some of the country's top experts on arachnids will be in Davis this Saturday for a family-friendly event featuring exhibits, crafts and live spider specimens that will help demystify the amazing creatures, and even name a new species.
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June 23, 2022
Supreme Court ruling puts target on California gun laws
A U.S. Supreme Court ruling overturning a New York law on concealed carry will likely lead to a challenge of California gun laws.
June 23, 2022
Jan. 6 hearings live updates: Thursday will focus on Trump’s pressure on Pence to reject electoral votes
The Justice Department is not supposed to do the personal political bidding of the president, but that's exactly what Donald Trump asked it to do, according to what we're likely to hear from the committee today.
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Politics
Biden must take stronger action on abortion, Senate Democrats say
June 25, 2022
With Roe v. Wade overturned, Senate Democrats want Biden to use presidential power to ease abortion access and protect those who seek the procedures. But he has limited options.
National
At least 1 person is killed in a shooting at a WeatherTech facility near Chicago
June 25, 2022
Two other people were wounded in the shooting, and a suspect has been taken into custody, police in Bolingbrook, Ill., said.
The Picture Show
His job is to actually really stare at octopus, seahorse, jellyfish
June 25, 2022
Photographer David Liittschwager spent 12 years photographing these underwater creatures at more than 28 locations around the globe with his 500-pound studio.
Health
Pfizer says its tweaked COVID-19 shots boost protection against the omicron variant
June 25, 2022
Pfizer said that tweaking its vaccine to better target the omicron variant is safe and works — just days before regulators debate whether to offer Americans updated booster shots this fall.
National
Biden signs gun safety bill into law
June 25, 2022
The president's signing comes just over a month after the mass shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, killed 19 children and two adults.
Pop Culture Happy Hour
When Lil Nas X calls out BET, it means something
June 25, 2022
Lil Nas X's new single rails against BET after the star wasn't nominated for a single BET Award.
Reproductive rights in America
With Roe v. Wade overturned, disabled people reflect on how it will impact them
June 25, 2022
Bodily autonomy is a principle of the disability rights movement. With the overturn of Roe v. Wade, people with disabilities worry about how they will be disproportionately affected.
What's Making Us Happy: Recommendations From 'Pop Culture Happy Hour'
What to watch, read and listen to this weekend
June 25, 2022
Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: two great newsletters, FX's The Bear, and more.
Uvalde elementary school shooting
Graduating Uvalde High School class remembers those killed in mass shooting
June 25, 2022
School officials praised the students for their strength and resilience through three COVID-19 pandemic years, three changes of principals and then the May 14 mass shooting at Robb Elementary School.
House Jan. 6 committee hearings
The Jan. 6 committee has learned some lessons from previous televised hearings
June 25, 2022
The most telling testimony against the Republican former president has come from Republicans he appointed or who supported him and voted for him (and, in some cases, say they would do so again).
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COVID-19 for vaccines for young children | Sacramento City Councilmember Residency Disputed | Jazz vocalist Vivian Lee performs at the Crocker Art Museum
Today on Insight, we're looking at what parents need to know about COVID-19 vaccines for young children, a Sacramento City Councilmember's residency is disputed and jazz vocalist Vivian Lee performs at the Crocker Art Museum.
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