For Sacramento Restaurants Outside Of The Central City, Reopening — Even At Just 25% Capacity — Has A CostSeptember 30, 2020 | Sarah Mizes-TanFor businesses outside of the central city, where outdoor dining was more difficult and takeout was often the only option, some say reopening could offer the boost needed to keep them from closing permanently. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareNurse Practitioners Win Their Battle For Practice Expansion In Light Of COVID-19September 30, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaCalifornia’s nurse practitioners will be able to provide patient care with less supervision from medical doctors under a bill signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom Tuesday.
St. Helena Under Evacuation Warning As Glass Fire Torches Neighborhoods, VineyardsSeptember 30, 2020 | Scott RoddThe region has suffered a series of fires in recent years, including the Tubbs Fire in 2017, which killed 22 people.
Campaigning During A Pandemic: How Sacramento Organizers, Candidates Are Adjusting To COVID-19September 30, 2020 | Sarah Mizes-TanCampaigning for candidates or ballot measures has moved into the digital realm, but some experts worry this could lead to a deeper equity divide in results. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
'We Will Rebuild': Zogg Fire Evacuees Wait To Return HomeSeptember 29, 2020 | Tiffany LewResidents in Shasta County have faced mandatory evacuation as the Zogg Fire has burned through 40,317 acres with no containment. Fire officials say it will take time before they're allowed to return.
Watch: 1st Presidential Debate Between Trump And BidenSeptember 29, 2020Updates and fact checks from the first debate between President Trump and Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden.
Sacramento, Yolo, San Joaquin Counties Move Into Less Restrictive Reopening Tier. Here’s What That Means.September 29, 2020 | Kris HooksIn the past two weeks, the counties have recorded fewer than seven new cases per 100,000 residents and a test positivity rate below 5%, allowing the move into a less restrictive tier.
State Government‘Concerning’ Number of Californians Are Wary Of Election Integrity, Poll ShowsSeptember 29, 2020 | Nicole NixonMore than 40% of Californians do not believe this year’s presidential election will be conducted in a “fair and open” manner, according to a UC Berkeley poll. Another 82% say they are concerned that many Americans will not accept the election outcome Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentMegafires Are Breaking Climate Models, Highlighting California's Need To Focus On PreventionSeptember 29, 2020 | Ezra David RomeroWildfires are burning year-after-year in wine country and the Sierra. These megafires are creating a new baseline for climate scientists to include in modeling and point to a greater need: a shift in mood from fire suppression to prevention. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareWatch: California Health Officials Update On COVID-19 For September 29September 29, 2020California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly gave an update on COVID-19 in the state.
