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Thursday

National

Biden Signs Most Far-Reaching Federal Protections For LGBTQ People Yet

President Biden has signed an executive order to combat discrimination against LGBTQ people in health care, housing and education. The action is the most far-reaching of any federal protections yet.

Biden Signs Most Far-Reaching Federal Protections For LGBTQ People Yet

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Wednesday

Stepping Out Of The Shadow Of 'Killer King'

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Code Switch

Stepping Out Of The Shadow Of 'Killer King'

For decades, residents of Compton and Watts in South Los Angeles had to rely on one particularly troubled hospital for their medical care. A new state-of-the-art hospital replaced it, but faced many of the same challenges: too few beds, too many patients who need serious help, not enough money. Then came the coronavirus.

Stepping Out Of The Shadow Of 'Killer King'

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Thursday

'The Separate and Unequal Health System' Highlighted By COVID-19

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The Coronavirus Crisis

'The Separate and Unequal Health System' Highlighted By COVID-19

A South Los Angeles hospital has long provided for an underserved community where private insurance is scarce and chronic illnesses can flourish. And then came a devastating coronavirus surge.

'The Separate and Unequal Health System' Highlighted By COVID-19

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Thursday

Race

Why Black Officers Find Breach Of U.S. Capitol Particularly Upsetting

Members of the U.S. Capitol Police and D.C. police were overpowered by a violent mob storming the Capitol Building. There were also a few officers that appeared to sympathize with the mob.

Why Black Officers Find Breach Of U.S. Capitol Particularly Upsetting

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Monday

Media

Site That Traffics In Misinformation Fills Void Left By Struggling Newspaper

In Stockton, Calif., a controversial site is filling the gap as the local newspaper grapples to survive. Is this a microcosm of what happens to a democracy when local news dies?

Site That Traffics In Misinformation Fills Void Left By Struggling Newspaper

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Saturday

'Now The World Gets To See The Difference': BLM Protesters On The Capitol Attack

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Race

'Now The World Gets To See The Difference': BLM Protesters On The Capitol Attack

Protesters for Black lives say when they protest for social justice, they're met with rubber bullets and tear gas. Meanwhile, a mob of white extremists storms the Capitol with little resistance.

'Now The World Gets To See The Difference': BLM Protesters On The Capitol Attack

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Friday

Race

BLM Protesters Express Frustration Over Police Treatment Of Mob On Capitol Hill

Black Lives Matter activists point to the difference in how law enforcement dealt with a mob of mostly white insurrectionists and the mostly peaceful protests against racism and police brutality.

BLM Protesters Express Frustration Over Police Treatment Of Mob On Capitol Hill

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Wednesday

Health

LA County Hospitals Begin To Ration Care Amid Coronavirus Surge

The spike in COVID-19 cases is battering hospitals, and Los Angeles County is in crisis. The number will likely go up after a weekend of New Year's celebrations despite lockdown rules.

LA County Hospitals Begin To Ration Care Amid Coronavirus Surge

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Thursday

Politics

News Brief: Politics Of Relief, Ariz. COVID-19 Surge, Census Delay

Senate leadership rules out sending standalone $2,000 checks to U.S. workers. Arizona grapples with second highest COVID-19 rate in the nation. And, the Census Bureau will miss year-end deadline.

News Brief: Politics Of Relief, Ariz. COVID-19 Surge, Census Delay

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Wednesday

Health

News Brief: COVID-19 Variant, Abortion Vote, Pandemic Relief

A highly contagious COVID-19 strain makes its way to the U.S. Argentina's upper house of Congress votes to legalize abortion. And, with two days left in 2020, Senate rushes to finish end-of-year list.

News Brief: COVID-19 Variant, Abortion Vote, Pandemic Relief

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Monday

Economy

News Brief: Pandemic Relief, Nashville Blast, EU Vaccinations

President Trump signs into law the coronavirus relief and spending package. Nashville investigators identify the Christmas Day bomber. Plus, the EU launches its first round of COVID-19 vaccinations.

News Brief: Pandemic Relief, Nashville Blast, EU Vaccinations

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Thursday

National

After Increase In White Supremacist Incidents, LA County Turns To Hate Hotline

The largest county in the nation is hoping a hotline to report hate will give Los Angeles a better understanding of where discrimination is happening, and how it's impacting residents.

After Increase In White Supremacist Incidents, LA County Turns To Hate Hotline

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Friday

Majority Of Muslims Voted For Biden, But Trump Got More Support Than He Did In 2016

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National

Majority Of Muslims Voted For Biden, But Trump Got More Support Than He Did In 2016

Despite anti-Muslim rhetoric and policies, President Trump appears to have gotten more support from American Muslims in the 2020 election than four years ago.

Majority Of Muslims Voted For Biden, But Trump Got More Support Than He Did In 2016

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Sunday

Former Ohio Gov. John Kasich Says GOP Is 'Afraid' Of Trump

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Politics

Former Ohio Gov. John Kasich Says GOP Is 'Afraid' Of Trump

Former Ohio Gov. John Kasich speaks about the GOP's unwillingness to contradict President Trump, who still refuses to accept the results of the presidential election.

Former Ohio Gov. John Kasich Says GOP Is 'Afraid' Of Trump

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Tuesday

Elections

Will 'Harry Reid Machine' Continue To Work For Democrats In Next Elections?

The election race in Nevada was tighter than anyone expected. Democrats tried to replicate the "Harry Reid machine" elsewhere in the U.S., but some question how well the model will continue to work.

Will 'Harry Reid Machine' Continue To Work For Democrats In Next Elections?

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