"Techno-Optimism": No it's not deciding whether the hard drive is half empty or half full.

It is, however, an ideology saying that any problem caused by technology (or otherwise) can be solved with more technology and innovation, and is claimed by the likes of tech billionaires such as Elon Musk.

For a closer look, KCBS Radio news anchor Nikki Medoro spoke with Jean Hardy, Media and Information Professor at Michigan State University. He's an expert on the role of digital technology in community and economic development.

"Techno-Optimism": No it's not deciding whether the hard drive is half empty or half full.
It is, however, an ideology saying that any problem caused by technology (or otherwise) can be solved with more technology and innovation, and is claimed by the likes of tech billionaires such as Elon Musk.
For a closer look, KCBS Radio news anchor Nikki Medoro spoke with Jean Hardy, Media and Information Professor at Michigan State University. He's an expert on the role of digital technology in community and economic development.

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The issue with 'Techno-Optimism'

As we've been reporting on KCBS, authorities shut down Interstate 80 both ways in Fairfield following a high speed chase with a shooting suspect that spanned four Bay Area counties.

Police and the suspect had a standoff on the freeway for two hours, before the incident concluded. 

For a recap of what took place, KCBS Radio's Alisa Clancy was joined  by California Highway Patrol Officer... David de Rutte.

As we've been reporting on KCBS, authorities shut down Interstate 80 both ways in Fairfield following a high speed chase with a shooting suspect that spanned four Bay Area counties.
Police and the suspect had a standoff on the freeway for two hours, before the incident concluded. 
For a recap of what took place, KCBS Radio's Alisa Clancy was joined  by California Highway Patrol Officer... David de Rutte.

Fairfield freeway showdown

Those who are affected by osteo-arthritis typically have issues with completing seemingly simple tasks like walking or bending down for groceries. 

While the pain is definitely present, doctors are unable to diagnose the chronic condition until it's interfered with everyday activities. 

But researchers from Duke University are learning that the damage in the bones can start up to eight years before an X-ray picks it up. 

For a better understanding, KCBS Radio anchors Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising were joined by Virginia Byers Kraus, Lead author of the study and a professor of medicine at Duke University.

Those who are affected by osteo-arthritis typically have issues with completing seemingly simple tasks like walking or bending down for groceries. 
While the pain is definitely present, doctors are unable to diagnose the chronic condition until it's interfered with everyday activities. 
But researchers from Duke University are learning that the damage in the bones can start up to eight years before an X-ray picks it up. 
For a better understanding, KCBS Radio anchors Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising were joined by Virginia Byers Kraus, Lead author of the study and a professor of medicine at Duke University.

Osteoarthritis damage can begin 8 years before X-ray detection is viable

Don't be surprised if you have to pay more for not showing up to an appointment. 

What was once a fee for flaking on a doctor's visit, is now seen at businesses across the board. 

For more, KCBS Radio's Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising were joined by Adam Rust, Director of financial services at the Consumer Federation of America.

Don't be surprised if you have to pay more for not showing up to an appointment. 
What was once a fee for flaking on a doctor's visit, is now seen at businesses across the board. 
For more, KCBS Radio's Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising were joined by Adam Rust, Director of financial services at the Consumer Federation of America.

The issue with 'Techno-Optimism'

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