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5/8 KVCR Midday News: San Bernardino residents raise concerns over license plate reader technology
5/8 KVCR Midday News: San Bernardino residents raise concerns over license plate reader technology
Monday through Friday, KVCR has your daily news rundown.
Anthony Victoria | May 8, 2026, 6:35 PM UTC
Canvas is back online, but questions — and final exam disruptions — linger
Canvas is back online, but questions — and final exam disruptions — linger
Some schools are warning users not to log back into Canvas yet, after a ransomware group claimed credit for a data breach. Half of North America's higher education institutions use the platform.
Rachel Treisman | May 8, 2026, 6:09 PM UTC
Weekly News Wrap with Cassie MacDuff 5/8/2026
Weekly News Wrap with Cassie MacDuff 5/8/2026
Former Press-Enterprise Columnist and longtime KVCR news contributor, Cassie MacDuff joins KVCR to review a few of the Inland Empire's major news stories of the past week. The conversation can be heard on KVCR's "Morning Edition" most Friday mornings at 6:45 and 8:45. Our segments with Cassie are also archived here for listening on demand.
Cassie MacDuff, Rick Dulock | May 8, 2026, 4:50 PM UTC
Colombia's rogue hippos could find refuge in India
Colombia's rogue hippos could find refuge in India
In Colombia, a plan to cull Pablo Escobar's invasive hippos is challenged by an Indian billionaire's offer to relocate dozens of the animals to India's wildlife reserve instead.
Manuel Rueda | May 8, 2026, 4:24 PM UTC
Contact tracing could be key in halting the spread of hantavirus. Here's how it works
Contact tracing could be key in halting the spread of hantavirus. Here's how it works
More than two dozen passengers left the cruise ship before the outbreak was identified. The race is on to connect with them to monitor their health — and the health of those they've interacted with.
Ari Daniel | May 8, 2026, 3:46 PM UTC
As federal government pulls back, Colorado charts independent course with vaccines
As federal government pulls back, Colorado charts independent course with vaccines
As state leaders change laws to make vaccines more accessible, a coalition of doctors, public health advocates and everyday Coloradans is trying to start a public conversation about their importance.
John Daley | May 8, 2026, 3:07 PM UTC
'Blue Film' is a disquieting sit for both characters and audience
'Blue Film' is a disquieting sit for both characters and audience
Blue Film is clearly designed to be unsettling. Its performances are haunting.
Bob Mondello | May 8, 2026, 3:01 PM UTC
Court rejects Virginia redistricting in a blow to Democrats' counter to Trump, GOP
Court rejects Virginia redistricting in a blow to Democrats' counter to Trump, GOP
Virginia voters approved redistricting that could help Democrats pick up four House seats. Democrats said it was to counter the gains that Trump and the GOP have picked up in Republican-led states.
Larry Kaplow | May 8, 2026, 2:36 PM UTC
Rooted in nature, 'Silent Friend' will change the way you see the trees
Rooted in nature, 'Silent Friend' will change the way you see the trees
A new art-house drama tells three stories that span the century — and connect to one tree. Silent Friend will open your eyes to the beauty of the natural world.
Justin Chang | May 8, 2026, 2:30 PM UTC
The U.S. fires on Iranian tankers trying to evade its blockade amid a Hormuz standoff
The U.S. fires on Iranian tankers trying to evade its blockade amid a Hormuz standoff
U.S. forces fired on two Iranian oil tankers after exchanging fire with Iranian forces in the Strait of Hormuz. And the United Arab Emirates reported another Iranian missile and drone attack.
The Associated Press | May 8, 2026, 10:44 AM UTC
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