State News Roundup, Measles Outbreaks, New Vatican Rules On Reporting Abuse

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Measles, mumps and rubella vaccines are seen at the Rockland County Health Department in Pomona, N.Y., Wednesday, March 27, 2019. Seth Wenig/AP Photo

A major energy company is applying to build a new trasmission line in Bayfield County. We talk about the proposed routes for the project. We also discuss why measles is making a comeback in the U.S. after it was declared eliminated in 2000. Plus, a look at a new directive from the Pope requiring clergy to report sexual abuse.

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  • State News Roundup – May 10, 2019

    Xcel Energy is applying to build a major transmission line in northern Wisconsin. We find out about the proposed routes for the project and its potential impact. We also hear from a reporter in the southwestern part of the state, where a slew of new cell phone towers has some residents concerned.

  • Is Measles Back For Good?

    Measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. However, so far this year more than 760 cases have been confirmed in 23 states. We discuss why the disease is making a comeback and whether it’s here to stay.

  • A Discussion Of The New Vatican Law On Clergy Sex Abuse

    Pope Francis announced new rules this week that would require nuns and priests to report sexual abuse to the church authorities. We discuss what would change under the plan, and the criticism it’s gotten from survivors and advocates.

Episode Credits

  • Judith Siers-Poisson Host
  • Danielle Kaeding Guest
  • Gillian Pomplun Guest
  • Rene Najera Guest
  • Emma Green Guest
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • Rachael Vasquez Producer

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