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Tim Cook to step down as Apple CEO. In letter, describes 15 years of emails
The 65-year-old Cook will turn over CEO duties to Apple's head of hardware products, John Ternus, in September. Cook will remain with the company as executive chairman.
John Ruwitch | Apr 20, 2026, 9:57 PM UTC

Trump's labor secretary resigns amid investigation into misconduct
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, who was under internal investigation, is leaving her position. She becomes the third cabinet departure of President Trump's second term.
Andrea Hsu | Apr 20, 2026, 9:43 PM UTC

4/20 KVCR Midday News: Unemployment rate slightly down in Riverside County; Lamb Canyon landfill store open this Saturday
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Anthony Victoria | Apr 20, 2026, 7:00 PM UTC

The 11 most challenged books of 2025, according to the American Library Association
The ALA says 4,235 titles were challenged at U.S. libraries — the second-highest year on record. Forty percent of the challenged works involved LGBTQ+ subjects or the experiences of people of color.
Anastasia Tsioulcas | Apr 20, 2026, 5:33 PM UTC

Peace talks are in doubt as the U.S. seizes an Iranian ship
President Trump said a U.S. delegation will head to Pakistan to resume talks to end the war with Iran, but Tehran expressed reluctance after the U.S. seized one of its cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
NPR Staff | Apr 20, 2026, 11:02 AM UTC

A mine despoiled the beauty of the rainforest. This Goldman Prize winner took action
"We women are the land guardians and keepers," says Theonila Roka Matbob of Papua New Guinea, recognized for her efforts to repair the environmental and social harms caused by a copper and gold mine.
Gabrielle Emanuel | Apr 20, 2026, 10:58 AM UTC

Economics IE: April 20
The median home price in the Inland Empire rose by more than $100,000 from 2019 to 2021. Now, home prices across the region are declining.
Madison Aument | Apr 20, 2026, 9:50 AM UTC

Spanish speakers learn strategies to pass English-only driving test in Florida
A new English-only driving test rule in Florida is fueling a surge in strategy lessons for Spanish speakers where they learn to figure out the questions without having to take English language courses.
David Ovalle | Apr 20, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

Got wearable data? Your doctor can help you connect the dots
The American Academy of Neurology issued guidance on using wearable data devices, like smartwatches or an Oura Ring, to track key health metrics that can help flag serious conditions.
Allison Aubrey | Apr 20, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

Voters say they feel confused and misled on Virginia's redistricting vote
Contradictory election mailers, conflicting TV ads and vague wording on the ballot have Virginia voters saying that the campaigns on either side of the redistricting vote are muddying the waters.
Jahd Khalil | Apr 20, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

