On Sacramento Visit, Biden Tours Wildfire Damage Before Stumping For Newsom On Eve Of RecallSeptember 13, 2021 | Nicole Nixon | Kris HooksThe president will make a tour of the West Monday to survey wildfire damage, including a stop in Sacramento. He spoke at Mather Airport on the administration's response to fires.
Race and EquityLatinos in Woodland Were Hit Hard During The Pandemic. Here’s What They’re Thinking About The Recall.September 12, 2021 | Sarah Mizes-TanThe Latino community in Woodland carry the experience of significant job loss, illnesses and deaths due to the pandemic into California’s gubernatorial recall election.
State GovernmentBill To Decertify Police For Serious Misconduct Clears LegislatureSeptember 12, 2021The measure now heads to Gov. Gavin Newsom, who helped broker last minute negotiations.
State GovernmentOut Of Time: California Legislators Won’t Extend Eviction BanSeptember 12, 2021The California eviction moratorium is scheduled to end after Sept. 30, but legislators aren’t planning to extend the protections for renters.
Health CareSacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg Tests Positive For COVID-19September 11, 2021 | Kris HooksIt’s not clear where or when Steinberg contracted the highly contagious virus, but he said he received a positive test on Friday. The mayor, who turns 62 in October, said being fully vaccinated has kept severe symptoms at bay.
EnvironmentClimate Change Is Making Natural Disasters Worse — Along With Our Mental HealthSeptember 11, 2021With so many disasters happening so frequently, many people are feeling overwhelmed or hopeless. Reflecting on what you can do personally to combat climate change may help, a psychiatrist says.
Gov. Gavin Newsom Showed Up At A Berkeley Encampment Sweep. Were The People Living There Moved Into Safe Housing?September 11, 2021 | Sasha HupkaThe California Governor’s Office stated on Aug. 9, 2021: “California is moving folks out of encampments, into safe housing and getting them the mental health services they need.”
The Science Does Say Young People Should Receive The COVID-19 Vaccine, Contrary To Larry Elder’s False ClaimSeptember 11, 2021 | Chris NicholsNumerous leading scientific organizations including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend children, ages 12 and up, should receive the vaccine and wear masks at school to protect their health and slow the pandemic.
A Day Of Remembrances And Reflection: 20 Years After The 9/11 AttacksSeptember 11, 2021On the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, the nation pauses to remember. Ceremonies take place at memorials in New York City; in Shanksville, Pa.; and at the Pentagon.
State GovernmentHere Are The Major Bills Passed By California Lawmakers In 2021September 10, 2021 | Scott Rodd | Nicole Nixon | Manola SecairaCalifornia lawmakers wrapped up their work Friday night. Here’s a sample of what they passed — and what they didn’t.
