Wait, Wait, Don't Inaugurate: Why The U.S. Takes So Long To Change PresidentsNovember 28, 2020How is it that the Brits can have a newly elected prime minister meeting with the queen to form a new government within a day or two, but Americans need 10 or 11 weeks to install a new crew?
Two Killed In Friday Shooting At Arden Fair MallNovember 28, 2020 | Chris Hagan | Kris HooksTwo people were killed in a shooting at Arden Fair Mall that evacuated the area during Black Friday shopping. Police are still investigating a possible motive.
EnvironmentCalifornia Regulators Didn't Follow Rules In Approving Hundreds Of New Oil Well Permits, Audit FindsNovember 27, 2020 | Ezra David RomeroA state audit released the day before Thanksgiving shows that California oil regulators didn’t follow their own rules and in 2019 issued hundreds of inappropriate permits for new wells.
As More Bay Area Residents Work From Home, Many Are Moving That Home To SacramentoNovember 27, 2020 | Ed FletcherThe pandemic has been changing the way some people work, from pressed office pants to pajama pants at home. With that change, some people in the Bay Area aren’t deciding just to change their pants, but their scenery too — all the way to Sacramento.
Health CareCOVID-19 Pandemic Can Exacerbate Stress, Depression During The Holidays, Especially For Those Who Are IsolatedNovember 27, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaPeople with a mental health condition may be more prone to the so-called “holiday blues,” which are often tied to financial strain, loneliness, colder weather and other factors. Experts say these could be exacerbated during the COVID-19 pandemic.
El Dorado County May Consider Protections for Mobile Home Park ResidentsNovember 27, 2020 | Nina SparlingDozens of counties and cities across California have passed regulations to keep the mobile home industry in check. El Dorado County may soon join them.
How To Cut Down A Christmas Tree And Help Protect National ForestlandNovember 25, 2020 | Scott RoddPurchasing a Christmas tree permit from the U.S. Forest Service is a chance to enjoy nature, and also helps thin overcrowded areas of the forest that pose wildfire risks. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
As Pandemic Increases Food Insecurity, Sacramento Nonprofits Work To Keep Up With Need For Holiday MealsNovember 25, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaIn Sacramento neighborhoods hardest-hit by the pandemic, Thanksgiving is a crucial time to reach hungry families. But nonprofits have had to rethink their turkey giveaways — and meet higher than usual demand
How California Reached Historic Voter Turnout Despite Pandemic, DistrustNovember 25, 2020Californians faced the naysayers and voted by mail in record numbers this election, potentially avoiding a pandemic super spreader event and showing the nation it could be done.
Photos: Shop Black Friday With These Sacramento Black-Owned BusinessesNovember 25, 2020 | Andrew Nixon | Sarah Mizes-TanFor the fourth year running, Florin Square businesses are holding a Shop Black Friday event this weekend, asking people to support local Black-owned businesses. Here are some of the businesses that are participating.
