Biden says climate fears are well-founded but touts progress at the U.N. summitNovember 2, 2021While President Biden has been working with world leaders on the pressing issue of climate change, his domestic plans for more funding still face holdouts.
Health CareA California court says drug companies aren't liable for the state's opioid crisisNovember 2, 2021In a ruling issued late Monday, state superior court Judge Peter J. Wilson found the companies, including Johnson & Johnson, aren't "legally liable" for the opioid crisis.
$182 million in pandemic food aid is going unused in California. Here’s how to make sure you’re not missing out.November 2, 2021 | Janelle SalangaA state audit released in October found food benefits for families whose children are eligible for free or reduced-price school meals are going unused.
Cal State races to boost graduation rate and cut early Ds and FsNovember 1, 2021With the pandemic threatening to undercut graduation rates, Cal State is pushing to re-enroll lost students and reduce early Ds and Fs that can drive students to drop out.
Open Enrollment Warning: Your Health Insurance May Not Cover COVID TreatmentNovember 1, 2021Only six states, plus Washington D.C., have requirements forcing insurers to waive the cost of COVID treatment. California isn’t one of them.
EnvironmentInterview: How homeowners can better insure their home against natural disastersNovember 1, 2021 | Megan Manata | Vicki GonzalezSacramento and other areas of Northern California are located in several risk areas that encompass wildfires, floods, earthquakes and more. Here’s how you can protect your home with insurance. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCovered California enrollment starts with extra federal boost for low and middle-income familiesNovember 1, 2021 | Sammy CaiolaEnrollment for Covered California, the state’s health insurance marketplace, is now open. And this year, health officials say there is extra federal assistance available to low and middle-income families. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNew California redistricting maps are out. Here’s why they might change elections — and how you can offer feedback.November 1, 2021 | Nicole NixonEarly drafts of the state’s congressional districts released by its independent redistricting commission show some eyebrow-raising boundaries that would lead to more competitive races.
Race and EquityA Black family says California took their land decades ago. Now, a state reparations task force is exploring the issue.November 1, 2021 | Sarah Mizes-TanThe Burgess family is currently seeking the return of land they say once belonged to their great-great grandfather. It’s part of the discussion in California over reparations to Black residents. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
