Younger Adults Are Increasingly Testing Positive For CoronavirusJune 19, 2020In parts of the country, more people in their 20s and 30s are testing positive for the coronavirus. Experts say this is likely due to more testing and less adherence to distancing and mask guidelines.
Black Californians’ Housing Crisis, By The NumbersJune 19, 2020Data show that the state's housing crisis is worse for black communities, with decades of systemic racism having led to significant barriers to building and retaining wealth.
What Does Sacramento's 'Stay At Home' Order Mean?June 19, 2020Sacramento County issued an order for all residents to stay home to limit the spread of the coronavirus, which now runs indefinitely. Here's what it means for residents.
What Was John Sutter’s Legacy? Written Records Don’t Tell The Whole Story, Native Americans SayJune 19, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaSutter Health removed John Sutter’s statue Monday after some groups called out his history of abusing Native Americans. Efforts to “De-Sutter” Sacramento will likely continue, but there’s disagreement among historians about what his atrocities were.
Calls To Make Juneteenth A Federal Holiday Gain MomentumJune 19, 2020In the wake of protests calling for racial equality and other reforms after the killing of George Floyd, there's a growing movement to make June 19 a federal holiday.
Nevada Immigrants, Advocates Say DACA Ruling Is Just The BeginningJune 19, 2020 | Bert JohnsonIn Nevada, immigrants and advocates say President Donald Trump’s effort to dismantle DACA is driving greater voter registration and engagement.
A Previously Unreleased Thelonious Monk Concert Is Coming Next MonthJune 19, 2020In 1968, a teenager convinced Thelonious Monk to play a concert at his high school in Palo Alto to ease racial tensions in his community. More than 50 years later, it's been rediscovered and remastered.
Business Journal: Restaurants Expand Al Fresco DiningJune 19, 2020 | Steve MilneThe MARRS building in midtown Sacramento has city approval to close off a block of 20th Street between J and K. It’s part of a new push for al fresco dining as shuttered restaurants reopen during the pandemic. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Gov. Gavin Newsom Signs Law To Send Mail-In Ballots To All Registered California VotersJune 19, 2020 | Nicole NixonThe legislation backs up one of Gov. Newsom’s two executive orders to shore up voter access during the pandemic, each of which have faced legal challenges.
Juneteenth Takes On Extra Prominence Amid National Conversation On RaceJune 18, 2020 | Sarah Mizes-TanThe oft-overlooked celebration of the emancipation of slaves is more timely than ever this year, organizers say.
