Many Low-Income Californians Don’t Use Credit Cards. Should Stores Be Required To Accept Cash?February 16, 2020One state lawmaker says cash-free stores are discriminating against low-income customers, who often don't have bank accounts.
Newsom Offers Vacant Land For Homeless Shelters, But Local Officials Worry: Who Will Pay?February 15, 2020The governor's plan puts much of the burden on cities and counties. “That’s just wrong,” said one mayor.
Nevada Voters Begin Early Caucusing On Saturday. Here's What You Need To KnowFebruary 15, 2020Democrats in Nevada have been scrambling to adjust their plans, in response to the debacle in Iowa. Early voting opens on Saturday with the state's full caucus set for one week later.
California Stopped Charging Parents For Kids’ Incarceration. So Why Are Some Still Stuck Owing Thousands Of Dollars?February 15, 2020Tens of thousands of families still owe juvenile justice fees that the state has since abolished.
New California Law Aims To Make it Faster For Voters To Update Registration On Election DayFebruary 14, 2020 | Chris NicholsVoters will be able to make address and party changes up to and on the March 3 primary Election Day using a shorter registration form.
Arts and LifestyleCapital Stage's 'Alabaster' A Unique Tale Of Recovery (And Talking Goats, Too)February 14, 2020 | Jeff Hudson“Alabaster,” a new play by Sacramento’s Capital Stage, features talking animals on an obscure farm in Alabama. CapRadio Theatre Critic Jeff Hudson says it’s an absorbing trip into the lives of characters who are well worth meeting. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Midtown Retail Plans; McClatchy Bankruptcy; New Railyards ProjectsFebruary 14, 2020 | Steve MilneIn Midtown Sacramento, a former auto body shop is being converted into retail space. One of the businesses in that space will be called Ro Sham Beaux, and it has a tie to de Vere's Irish Pub. The Sacramento Business Journal’s Sonya Sorich reports. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California May Be Sliding Back Into Drought, Lawmakers And Advocates Warn Now Is The Time To PrepareFebruary 13, 2020 | Randol White | Ezra David RomeroCalifornia is sliding back into drought conditions after a brief period of being drought free. But how ready are you and the rest of the state for the next drought? A new web tool and bill aim to prepare Calfornians for drier times.
State GovernmentAuditor: Law Enforcement Not Protecting Data Collected By Automatic License Plate ReadersFebruary 13, 2020 | Drew SandsorA report from the California State Auditor found problems with how four agencies, including the Sacramento Sheriff’s Department were gathering, storing and sharing images from automatic license plate readers.
State GovernmentNewsom’s $1.4 Billion Homelessness Plan Lacks Clear Strategy, California Legislative Analyst’s Office SaysFebruary 13, 2020 | Scott RoddThe nonpartisan LAO says Gov. Gavin Newsom’s homelessness proposal is big on spending, but short on clearly defined goals.
