Press Play with Madeleine Brand
If a Republican wins CA recall race, will mask and vaccine mandates end?
If Gov. Gavin Newsom is recalled, whoever replaces him will face a series of mounting crises: wildfires, coronavirus pandemic, homelessness. What could a possible new Republican governor accomplish?
By Madeleine Brand • • 49m ListenIf Gov. Gavin Newsom is recalled, whoever replaces him will face a series of mounting crises: wildfires, coronavirus pandemic, homelessness. What could a possible new Republican governor accomplish?
A federal judge says California's recall is election is constitutional, while the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals upholds a Texas law that would ban abortions as early as six weeks.
Jury selection starts on Tuesday in the trial of Elizabeth Holmes. The disgraced founder of Theranos is facing charges of federal fraud and conspiracy.
The U.S. Open kicks off today in New York. Fans all have to show proof of at least one COVID vaccine shot, while players do not.
Finally, Press Play gets the latest jazz music recommendations.
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5 storiesIf Newsom is recalled, how would a Republican governor get anything done?
Republicans running to replace Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom in the recall election have talked about making some big changes in California: Cut taxes. Give parents vouchers for private schools . Roll back some landmark environmental laws.
Read the story9 minFederal judge says CA gubernatorial recall can proceed, Texas abortion law could test Roe v. Wade
A federal judge last week rejected a request to either block the California gubernatorial recall entirely — or allow Gavin Newsom’s name to appear on the second question on the ballot.
Read the story9 minPreviewing Elizebeth Holmes’ trial: Theranos founder faces multiple federal fraud and conspiracy charges
Jury selection starts on Tuesday in the trial of Elizabeth Holmes, the disgraced founder of the blood testing company Theranos.
Read the story9 minUS Open: Who could win, and why are so many players opting against COVID vaccines?
The U.S. Open is in full swing, with the stands filled at 100% capacity. Masks are optional. Fans must show proof of having received at least one COVID vaccine dose, while many of the players are choosing to go unvaccinated.
Read the story8 minCheck out these jazz releases from Brandee Younger, Marc Cary, Ben Williams and more
Press Play checks out some of the latest and greatest jazz releases from DJ LeRoy Downs, whose KCRW show “Just Jazz” airs on Sundays at 10 p.m.
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