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Episode 350
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Salmon Fishing Is Shut Down Salmon for Third Year in a Row
Season 2025
Episode 348
California officials have closed the state’s commercial salmon fishing season for the third straight year due to the ongoing collapse of Chinook populations. Sport fishing will only be allowed in brief windows. The shutdown devastates coastal communities and raises concerns about salmon extinction.
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Newsom speeds up wildfire prevention projects with $170M in funding.
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Newsom sues Trump, arguing sweeping tariffs are unconstitutional.
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Six years after a court ruling, Santa Monica still uses a disputed election system.
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Federal housing voucher program winds down, leaving thousands without support.
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A running club in Skid Row offers exercise and community for people overcoming homelessness.
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