Health CareCalifornia to end mask requirements for schools, unvaccinated people in MarchFebruary 28, 2022 | Nicole NixonState health officials announced Monday they will no longer require face coverings indoors for unvaccinated people beginning March 1, and students and school staff will be able to shed their masks on March 12.
State GovernmentU.S. Sen. Alex Padilla wants to take California’s Project Homekey nationalFebruary 25, 2022 | Nicole NixonThe Housing for All Act is modeled after Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Project Homekey, which converted thousands of hotels into long-term housing during the pandemic. It would spend more than a half-trillion dollars over the next decade on affordable housing.
State GovernmentNewsom ends some COVID-19 executive orders while maintaining emergency powersFebruary 25, 2022 | Chris HaganState officials say Gov. Gavin Newsom's emergency powers will be essential in navigating the uncertain future of the pandemic. The state Legislature will discuss a resolution to end the state of emergency next month.
Health CareMandates may be lifting in California, but many people remain vulnerable to COVID-19February 23, 2022 | Janelle SalangaEven as California and Sacramento drop their mask mandates, some public health experts caution it may be too soon to declare the pandemic over, and stress that many people remain vulnerable to COVID-19 even as case rates fall.
Health CareCalifornia lays out shifting pandemic response as case rates dropFebruary 17, 2022 | Nicole Nixon | Kris HooksAfter Gov. Gavin Newsom hinted last week of new COVID-19 strategies coming for California, state health officials said Thursday the state wants to be prepared for future COVID-19 waves, but didn't make major changes to current pandemic policies. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNewsom nominates first Latina to California Supreme CourtFebruary 15, 2022Patricia Guerrero, a daughter of immigrants, would become the high court’s first Latina — significant in a state court system where Latinos are underrepresented.
What’s going on with California’s mask rules for schools?February 15, 2022 | Sasha HupkaState officials announced Monday that they will reassess school mask rules on Feb. 28. Schools and experts are divided on whether the masks should come off now.
State GovernmentWhy is a tenant protection bill failing in the California Legislature, again?February 13, 2022The proposal would require landlords to keep units for at least five years before using a state law to evict renters. Supporters say it would help preserve affordable housing amid a historic shortage.
State GovernmentFormer Stockton mayor launches nonprofit to end poverty in CaliforniaFebruary 12, 2022Michael Tubbs, who now serves as an economic advisor to Gov. Gavin Newsom, announces a new nonprofit called End Poverty In California (EPIC) to advocate for statewide policies to reduce the wealth gap.
State GovernmentCalifornia energy regulators put plans on hold to cut benefits for rooftop solar customersFebruary 10, 2022 | Randol WhiteA vote by the CPUC will have to wait as regulators say they need more time to investigate the issue. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
