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January 14, 2020 9:05 a.m.

CA--California News Coverage Advisory 8:30 am

Good morning! Here's a look at how AP's general news coverage is shaping up in California. Questions about coverage plans are welcome and should be directed to the AP-Los Angeles bureau at 213-626-1200, or [email protected]. Christopher Weber is on the desk, followed by Robert Jablon. AP-California News Editor Frank Baker can be reached at 213-346-3134 or [email protected].

January 14, 2020 8:31 a.m.

Moses Lake council to consider fire impact fees and more Tuesday

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake City Council will meet tonight to discuss a number of issues, including fire impact fees that have sparked tension between builders and the fire department, and renewal of its waste collection contract, among other topics.

Moses Lake to select new mayor, deputy mayor
January 14, 2020 8:31 a.m.

Moses Lake to select new mayor, deputy mayor

MOSES LAKE – Along with seating its newest city council member, the Moses Lake City Council will be selecting the next mayor and deputy mayor at Tuesday’s regular meeting.

January 14, 2020 8:05 a.m.

UN says 'staggering' deaths of rights activists in Colombia

BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights expressed alarm Tuesday at the “staggering number” of social activists killed in Colombia despite a peace accord aimed at improving conditions in poor, rural areas.

January 14, 2020 8:05 a.m.

Seattle reins in spending by 'foreign-influenced' companies

SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle City Council on Monday unanimously passed a measure to rein in political spending by “foreign-influenced” companies, following city council elections last year that drew unprecedented spending — including a record $1.5 million from Amazon.

January 14, 2020 8:05 a.m.

Elizabeth Banks to be honored by Harvard's Hasty Pudding

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) — Harvard University's famed Hasty Pudding theater troupe has named actor and director Elizabeth Banks as the group's 2020 Woman of the Year.

January 14, 2020 7:35 a.m.

Sudan official says armed protest by security forces halted

CAIRO (AP) — A Sudanese official said Tuesday that security forces have contained an armed protest from within the security apparatus, amid reports of unrest.

January 14, 2020 7:35 a.m.

Georgia O'Keeffe Museum is backdrop to US humanities grants

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — The National Endowment for the Humanities is seeking to inspire private and local matching investments in cultural institutions as it designated $31 million in public grants Tuesday to support humanities projects in 45 states.

January 14, 2020 7:10 a.m.

Workers say Sudan airport temporarily closed amid unrest

KHARTOUM, Sudan (AP) — Workers told travelers at the airport in Sudan's capital Tuesday the facility will be closed temporarily amid reports of unrest in the country.

January 14, 2020 7:10 a.m.

EU rebukes Iran over nuclear violations, sanctions possible

BRUSSELS (AP) — Britain, France and Germany ratcheted up pressure on Iran Tuesday to cease its violations of a landmark nuclear deal, stressing that they want to resolve differences through talks while starting the clock on a process that could result in a so-called “snapback” of United Nations sanctions.

January 14, 2020 5:35 a.m.

Japan's Abe among visitors to Oman to meet new sultan

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Dignitaries and leaders from around the world traveled to Oman on Tuesday for the third straight day to pay respects and shake hands with the country's new ruler, after the death of the country's longtime leader.

January 14, 2020 4:05 a.m.

EU launches Iran nuclear deal dispute action

BRUSSELS (AP) — Britain, France and Germany ratcheted up pressure on Iran Tuesday to cease its violations of a landmark nuclear deal, stressing that they want to resolve differences through talks while starting the clock on a process that could result in a so-called “snapback” of United Nations sanctions.

January 14, 2020 3:05 a.m.

Bad air doesn't stop qualifying for Australian Open

The air was considered hazardous for outdoor workers, and described as among the worst in the world. For professional tennis players, though, it was deemed to be OK for business.

January 14, 2020 2:35 a.m.

ID Boise ID Zone Forecast

ID Boise ID Zone Forecast for Tuesday, January 14, 2020

January 14, 2020 2:05 a.m.

Iran disqualifies thousands from running for parliament

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran’s constitutional watchdog has barred thousands of people from running in next month's parliamentary elections, including 90 current lawmakers, most of whom are accused of corruption.

January 14, 2020 12:05 a.m.

BC-BBO--Baseball Suspensions

Suspensions of one month or more issued by the commissioner of baseball that were not related to on-field incidents or drugs:

January 14, 2020 12:05 a.m.

Seattle reels in spending by 'foreign-influenced' companies

SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle City Council on Monday unanimously passed a measure to reel in political spending by “foreign-influenced” companies, following city council elections last year that drew unprecedented spending — including a record $1.5 million from Amazon.

January 14, 2020 12:05 a.m.

Milan designers embrace sustainability and Gen-Z's influence

MILAN (AP) — The growing influence of Generation Z was clear on the second day of Milan Fashion Week: Emporio Armani unveiled an “upcycled” capsule collection, Dolce&Gabbana filled their front row with teenage champions of the TikTok social media platform. Tailoring was mindful of youthful preferences.

January 14, 2020 12:05 a.m.

California voters may consider mandate to end homelessness

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — An advisory council appointed by Gov. Gavin Newsom called Monday for California voters to consider a legally enforceable mandate to end homelessness, as the most populous state grapples with one of its most pressing and politically fraught problems.

January 14, 2020 12:05 a.m.

Jason Reynolds named 'Young People's Literature' ambassador

NEW YORK (AP) —