Arts and LifestyleSacramento Arts Venues Say It’s Not Feasible To Reopen Under New California GuidelinesApril 16, 2021 | Sammy CaiolaSacramento performance venues say new state guidelines on live productions don’t make it financially feasible to open their doors.
California State Of Mind | Episode 21California Prepares for Wildfire; Disparity in Covid Deaths Highlight Need for Vaccine EquityApril 16, 2021California is committing half a billion dollars to wildfire prevention this year but some claim it’s just a bandaid on a bigger problem. Plus, vaccine equity issues are now front and center in the COVID response - why’d it take so long? Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Rattlesnake Season Has Arrived In Northern California: Here's How To Stay Safe.April 16, 2021 | Rich IbarraWarm weather brings out rattlesnakes, which means hikers, people who like walks through the woods and their pets need to be vigilant. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentSacramento County Motels Sheltered Hundreds of Homeless Residents During The Pandemic. But They Could Soon Close.April 15, 2021 | Chris NicholsThe plans to close the motels, which are part of the state’s relatively successful Project Roomkey, are sparking concern that many of those who benefitted will end up back on the street. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareAs California Expands Vaccine Eligibility, Some Counties Say Supply And Scheduling Still A ProblemApril 15, 2021 | Sammy CaiolaCalifornia counties say it’s been a challenge to expand vaccine eligibility to all Californians given the fluctuation in supply, and the complications of adjusting to a new state distribution system. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Fact-Checking Claims About COVID-19 Testing For Migrants At The Southern BorderApril 15, 2021 | Chris NicholsRepublican lawmakers have claimed a large percentage of migrants at crowded southern border facilities are testing positive for COVID-19. PolitiFact California examined that and other claims in this week’s Can You Handle The Truth segment. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareHow To Get A Vaccine Appointment In California, And Other Things To Know About The VaccineApril 15, 2021 | Sammy CaiolaCalifornia is expanding vaccine eligibility to all residents 12 and older starting May 13. Here’s the latest information on eligibility, availability and registering for appointments in California.
Demonstrators Marched Through Downtown Sacramento To Protest Police Killing Of Daunte WrightApril 14, 2021 | Scott RoddA significant law enforcement presence, which included officers from agencies outside the Sacramento region, declared the protest unlawful around 10 p.m. No protesters were arrested.
Last Summer, Nevada Lawmakers Promised More Criminal Justice Reform. Here Are Some Of The Bills They’re ConsideringApril 14, 2021 | Bert JohnsonFollowing a special legislative session dealing with police reform, legislators promised they weren’t done. Here are some of the bills they’re considering in the 2021 regular session. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentDespite Johnson & Johnson Vaccination Halt, California Officials Expect No Significant ImpactApril 13, 2021 | Nicole NixonGov. Gavin Newsom said the pause is not expected to have a significant impact on California’s vaccine allocation or plans to reopen by mid-June — a plan that is contingent on adequate vaccine supply.
