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Santa Clara County’s top health official is expressing concern about the pace by which California is lifting some of its COVID-19 lockdown rules. California Gov. Gavin Newsom has been expanding guidelines for religious services and retail shopping to resume. Dr. Sarah Cody, Santa Clara County’s Health Officer, told the county Board of Supervisors Tuesday that … Continue reading Pace of Reopening is “Concerning”: Santa Clara Health Chief →

Federal EPA Fires Top Official in California Mike Stoker, the controversial head of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in California and other Western states, was fired this week. Stoker says his firing may have stemmed from praise he received from Democrats for his work on contaminated sites in their communities. However, Stoker received criticism for … Continue reading Native American Actress Reflects on Film Industry’s Changes →

Scott and Marisa check-in with South Carolina Public Radio’s Gavin Jackson ahead of Saturday’s primary in the Palmetto State (0:30). Then, political consultant Ace Smith joins to talk about his work on his father’s campaigns, the challenge of field organizing in California, what went wrong in Kamala Harris’ run for president, why top California politicians … Continue reading Ace Smith on California Campaign Strategy, What Happened to Kamala Harris and Writing About Satchel Paige →

Qatar was on top of the world. Seemingly overnight, it became a pariah. On this episode, we drill into a rift years in the making: It's a tale of falcons, kidnapping, and a glowing Saudi Arabian orb.

The Navy's top officer, Adm. John Richardson, said an investigation has concluded that two destroyer accidents were largely the result of crews lacking the proper training to drive their ships.

Novak Djokovic, the top-ranked player and the overwhelming favorite, was defaulted from his fourth-round match Sunday, after he accidentally hit a line judge with a tennis ball.

How can the music world create a more inclusive environment for all voices? That's a question that’s top of mind for some musicians and educators. We hear from Ash, the artistic director of Transpose PDX, a Portland nonprofit that has a community choir and acapella group aimed at empowering transgender, non-binary and gender non-conforming musicians. We’ll also hear from Sarah Maines, a singing voice specialist and adjunct professor at the University of Portland, who teaches healthy vocal technique. They join us with details.

The White House called the brief talks in Shanghai this week between top U.S. and Chinese officials "constructive" and said negotiations are expected to pick up again in early September.

Ex-NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick received Amnesty's top human rights award for his opposition to racial injustice. His "take a knee" campaign during the national anthem likely cost him his job.

Remember when Tyra Banks screamed at Top Model Cycle 4 contestant Tiffany Richardson for not trying hard enough? Of course you do! Because of this: And also this: And also all of these: Tyra Merch! Pillow: Teepublic.com/ Pin: Red Bubble – Natalie Marsh/ Card: FelizModern.com/ Shirt: Etsy – ThatSparrowBoy It’s hard to think of another … Continue reading That Tyra Banks Meltdown Is Now A (Surprisingly Good) House Track →