With Early Voting Turnout Surging, Election Officials Urge Voters To Spend Nevada Day At The PollsOctober 30, 2020 | Bert JohnsonEarly voting in the 2020 general election ends Friday in Nevada. But staff at the Washoe County Registrar’s Office say it’s not too late to cast your ballot in advance — especially if you have Nevada Day off.
Courageous Conversations Across a Growing Divide: One Small StepOctober 30, 2020In a time of polarization and political division, NPR and StoryCorps explore whether simple but courageous acts — talking and listening — can be a countervailing force to national discord.
State GovernmentCalifornia Secretary Of State Alex Padilla Discusses Voting In-Person, Unauthorized Drop Boxes, And Why You Can't Change Your VoteOctober 30, 2020 | Steve Milne | Megan ManataThe voting period for the 2020 election is almost over, and for potential voters wondering how it’ll be to vote in-person, or if they’re curious about becoming poll observers, Secretary of State Alex Padilla has answers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentEarly Voting In Sacramento County This Year Dwarfs Past ElectionsOctober 29, 2020 | Scott RoddMore than a third of registered voters have cast their ballot via mail or drop box.
EnvironmentCalifornia Has Issues With Wildfire Data, And Experts Say It's Complicating The Fire FightOctober 29, 2020 | Ezra David RomeroCalifornia has a data issue and that’s a big deal as fire seasons worsen. A new report highlights the need for cities and agencies to create a uniform system to share information. That could save lives and reduce losses from wildfires.
Shasta County Supervisor Candidate Supports State of Jefferson, Outraises OpponentOctober 29, 2020 | Nina SparlingA vast swath of far northern California reaching into Oregon has been working to create a 51st State in the West for decades. And this year the so-called State of Jefferson is turning attention to local elections. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentExperts And Advocates Are Calling 2020 The 'Climate Election'October 29, 2020 | Ezra David RomeroWildfires and hurricanes have been ravaging the country and the Trump administration has been rolling back many environmental protections. As a result, experts and advocates are calling this moment in history the "climate election." Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCalifornia’s Latinos Grapple With COVID, And Extraordinary GriefOctober 29, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaThousands of Latino Californians are grappling with not only the loss of a loved one from COVID-19, but the inability to say goodbye. Recent polling suggests almost a third of Latinx residents know someone who has died of the virus. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleHow Sacramento Visual Artists Are Surviving During The PandemicOctober 29, 2020Keeping the arts scene going is really hard. But from virtual exhibits and limited-attendance gallery shows to making masks and hustling for grants, the region’s visual artists are used to hustling to get by.
Voters' Guide To Election Security In The 2020 Presidential CampaignOctober 28, 2020Voters and national security officials are focused as never before on assuring the security of the election. Here's what you need to know in the final days of voting.
