State GovernmentAs Blue Shield Takes Control Of California Vaccine Rollout, Some Counties Worry About DistributionFebruary 26, 2021 | Rich Ibarra | Scott Rodd | Kris HooksCalifornia’s vaccination goals depend on two things: vaccine supply and Blue Shield’s handling of distribution logistics. But the latter is already facing scrutiny from county health officials worried about delays in the system. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNewsom Signs Economic Relief Package, Sending $600 Stimulus Payments To Low-Income CaliforniansFebruary 23, 2021 | Nicole NixonThe $7.6 billion relief package will provide checks for nearly 6 million Californians and provide grants to small businesses. Meanwhile, Newsom and lawmakers are back at the negotiating table over a plan to reopen classrooms. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Aims To Address The ‘Urgent’ Needs Of Older Residents. But Will Its Plan Work?February 20, 2021Kim McCoy Wade, director of California’s Department of Aging, talked to California Healthline about how the pandemic has crystallized the pressing need to address California’s rapidly aging population.
State GovernmentNew State Guidelines Loosen Restrictions On Outdoor Youth SportsFebruary 19, 2021 | Scott RoddNearly half of California’s 58 counties meet the new threshold allowing outdoor sports to resume. The new guidance applies to youth sports and adult recreation leagues. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentLawmakers’ Plan To Reopen California Schools In April ‘Doesn’t Go Far Enough Or Fast Enough,’ Newsom SaysFebruary 18, 2021 | Kris HooksThe bill’s release comes a week after Gov. Gavin Newsom assured Californians a deal between his administration and state lawmakers was expected in the coming days. But its chance of being passed and signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom is slim. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentWith Deadline Looming To Approve California’s Ethnic Studies Curriculum, Educators Distance Themselves From State’s RevisionsFebruary 17, 2021 | Sarah Mizes-TanThe group who wrote the state’s model curriculum say they feel the state’s revisions promote an “all lives matter” approach to learning about racialized communities and fails to fully represent the lived experiences of several American communities. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentInvestigation: Big Newsom Donors — Including Blue Shield — Received No-Bid Contracts During COVID-19 ResponseFebruary 16, 2021 | Scott RoddA CapRadio investigation found an overlap of at least half-a-dozen companies that made substantial contributions to Newsom and received no-bid contracts from the state, influential appointments, or other opportunities related to the state’s pandemic. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Agencies Charged With Combating Homelessness Lack Oversight And Coordination, State Audit FindsFebruary 12, 2021 | Chris NicholsThe report found the state’s Homeless Coordinating and Financing Council has yet to set priorities or a timeline for achieving its 18 statutory goals despite being established more than three years ago.
Health CareCalifornia To Expand COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility To Residents With Severe Health Conditions, DisabilitiesFebruary 12, 2021 | Scott Rodd | Kris HooksDr. Mark Ghaly told reporters on Friday that waiting until March 15 allows the state time to increase its limited vaccine doses and build up distribution infrastructure that will give providers time to prepare.
California State Of Mind | Episode 13Massive Drop in California School Enrollment; Exploring the Role of Ethnic Communities for Younger GenerationsFebruary 12, 2021Getting kids back into schools is becoming a bigger priority as the pandemic trudges on. But what about the ones who’ve dropped out entirely? And, as Lunar New Year begins we explore the importance of ethnic enclaves like Little Saigon in Sacramento. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
