These California Medical Workers Are Signing Up For Newsom’s Health Corps — Despite RisksApril 13, 2020On numbers alone, Gov. Gavin Newsom’s health corps shows promise, far exceeding the state’s expectation. But the reserves program also has raised concerns: Will it pull medical professionals from rural areas? And should high-risk people participate?
West Coast States Work Together On Coronavirus Recovery StrategyApril 13, 2020 | Nicole NixonIn a wide-ranging briefing Monday, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a pact with the governors of Washington and Oregon for balancing public health with economic activity. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Yolo County Nursing Home Reports 35 Confirmed COVID-19 CasesApril 13, 2020 | Bob MoffittYolo County says nursing home employees are required to be screened for COVID-19 before starting their shifts, isn’t saying how the coronavirus was introduced to the facility.
Trump And Fauci Seek To Present United Front At Coronavirus BriefingApril 13, 2020President Donald Trump is expected to discuss the administration's plans to "reopen" the country amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Short-Term Rentals And Coronavirus: Tahoe Area Residents Wary, Even As Governments Are Limiting BookingsApril 13, 2020 | Bert JohnsonA Tahoe resident wonders if Airbnb and other short-term rental services could be sources of transmission during the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento Offered $1 Million In Loans For Coronavirus Relief. Businesses In Underserved Neighborhoods Didn’t Get Much.April 13, 2020 | Emily Zentner | Sarah Mizes-TanMore than half of proposed loans awarded went to businesses in Midtown and downtown. Meadowview and south and central Oak Park received less than 1% each, and Little Saigon stores on Stockton Boulevard got nothing. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezLieutenant Gov. Eleni Kounalakis On The Coronavirus ResponseApril 13, 2020Lieutenant Gov. Eleni Kounalakis on the state’s preventative efforts against the coronavirus. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
5 Easy Art Projects To Enjoy During Social DistancingApril 12, 2020Sarah Urist Green, creator of PBS' The Art Assignment, walks through five fun art projects that don't require fancy supplies or talent to create and enjoy.
No, You Don't Need To Disinfect Your Groceries. But Here's How To Shop SafelyApril 12, 2020Coronavirus got you nervous about grocery shopping? We talked to scientists for their advice about how to stay safe at the store — and when handling food back home.
California Schools’ Response To Pandemic Varies WidelyApril 12, 2020Parents across the state have had very different experiences when it comes to communication from their children’s school. Wealth inequality appears to be a major factor.