EnvironmentHow to stay safe during power outages if you’re electricity-dependentJanuary 4, 2023 | Kate WolffeWith a powerful set of storms set to buffet Northern California this week, hundreds of thousands could lose electricity. We consulted the head of California’s Office of Access and Functional Needs about how best to prepare.
EnvironmentFlooding at Wilton Rancheria in southern Sacramento County endangers sacred tribal burial groundsJanuary 4, 2023 | Sarah Mizes-TanThe Rancheria is asking members of the public to contact local police or the tribe if they find artifacts along the river.
Health CareMedi-Cal will keep more insurance plans after pushbackJanuary 4, 2023State health officials last year launched a first-ever competitive bidding process for its Medi-Cal insurance contracts, aiming to implement higher standards. But when the winners were announced, several insurers complained about the process.
EnvironmentSacramento Valley, already deluged, braces for more floodsJanuary 4, 2023Storms have already tested a region at high risk of flooding. One report says the Central Valley needs $30 billion in improvements over 30 years. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentHere are Sacramento area’s weather respite centers as powerful storms continueJanuary 3, 2023 | Chris NicholsWeather respite centers offer an overnight location for unhoused people to rest, dry out and recharge their phones. They do not, however, provide the extended stays or range of social services provided at traditional homeless shelters
Sacramento County has a new District Attorney. Thien Ho sworn in, marking a firstJanuary 3, 2023 | Kristin LamThien Ho is the first person of color to serve as the Sacramento County District Attorney. He says he plans to create an advisory council representing diverse communities.
EnvironmentHow to prepare for incoming Sacramento-area winter stormsJanuary 3, 2023 | Janelle SalangaA powerful series of winter storms has pummeled Northern California since New Year's weekend — but the inclement weather isn't finished. Here's what you need to know to stay safe during flooding, blustery winds and potential power outages.
Colleges experiment with restorative justice in sexual assault casesJanuary 2, 2023Some California colleges are responding to campus sexual assault and harassment with restorative justice: a process that brings together the student who was harmed, the person who harmed them and the community to seek solutions.
EnvironmentOne dead, thousands still without power in Sacramento after unexpectedly strong New Year's Eve storm January 1, 2023 | Andrew Nixon | Chris Hagan | Nick MillerTens of thousands remained without power Sunday with more rain expected to return later in the week. One person was found dead in a vehicle near Highway 99, which was shut down until late Sunday night because of flooding on the Cosumnes River.
Health CareER doctors call private equity staffing practices illegal and seek to ban themJanuary 1, 2023Doctors, consumer advocates and some lawmakers are looking forward to a California lawsuit against private equity-backed Envision Healthcare. The case is part of a multistate effort to enforce rules banning corporate ownership of physician practices.
