Health CareCalifornia To Dispense 21 Million Masks To Help Hospitals Combat COVID-19March 3, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaFederal and state health officials have agreed to release 21 million masks from a special reserve to help protect California health workers who are at risk of exposure to coronavirus.
State GovernmentIt's Election Day In California. Here's How To Cast Your Vote—Even If You Still Need To Register.March 3, 2020 | Chris Nichols | Scott RoddCalifornia has changed a lot of the rules around voting, including allowing same-day registration, so even if this is the first you've heard of the election you can likely cast a vote today. Here's how to do it.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezWhat To Watch For In California On Super TuesdayMarch 3, 2020California is at the center of the most valued states on ‘Super Tuesday.’ Experts predict turnout in statewide to be around 50 percent, which is about the same as in the 2016 primary. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezChanges To Voting Present New Challenges To California County RegistrarsMarch 3, 2020The California primary is expected to play a critical role in picking a Democratic presidential nominee but experts are concerned massive changes aimed at expanding voter participation around the state could backfire. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNorthern California Vote Centers Stocking Up On Hand Sanitizer, Gloves As Poll Workers Cancel Amid Coronavirus ScareMarch 2, 2020While some election volunteers are backing out of plans to staff vote centers, health officials are emphasizing that the virus poses a low risk to the general public.
State GovernmentMachine Helps Disabled Sacramento County Voters Gain IndependenceMarch 2, 2020When people with disabilities go to vote in Sacramento, there will be special equipment available to help them vote in private.