'At War With This Virus' — Biden Lays Out His COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution PlanJanuary 15, 2021President-Elect Joe Biden shared details of how his administration hopes to tackle the country's public health crisis. It's an aggressive plan that he needs Congress to fund.
'We Cannot Afford Inaction': Biden Unveils $1.9 Trillion COVID-19 Relief PlanJanuary 15, 2021The president-elect on Thursday evening outlined his plan for coronavirus relief — one of the core issues he hopes to tackle in his first days of office.
EnvironmentHere’s What California Lawmakers Want To Do To Prevent The Wildfire Crisis From Getting WorseJanuary 15, 2021 | Ezra David RomeroCalifornia lawmakers are dreaming up big ideas to prevent future wildfires from devastating communities. Bills this session explore banning development in high fire severity zones, making utilities more accountable and a bond for wildfire prevention. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
CapRadio ReadsThe Lager Queen of Minnesota – J. Ryan StradalJanuary 15, 2021Nothing says Minnesota like beer. And pie. Both play prominently in J. Ryan Stradal’s latest novel, “The Lager Queen of Minnesota.” Two sisters and a granddaughter find their way through the brewing industry with equal parts laughter and tragedy. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCalifornia Lawmakers Threatened By Anti-Vaccine Activists During Public HearingJanuary 15, 2021 | Nicole NixonSacramento Democratic state Sen. Richard Pan was singled out by three women at a public hearing Thursday who made suggestions that they would use violence. Pan spoke with CapRadio about the incident and the current feeling at the Capitol. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCalifornia Counties, Lawmakers Call For More Organized, Better-Funded COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout As Cases Continue To ClimbJanuary 14, 2021 | Sammy CaiolaWhile people anxiously await their turn to receive a shot, counties are scrambling to figure out when more vaccines will be available and how they can distribute them quickly and safely. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia To Deploy National Guard Ahead Of Expected Demonstrations Leading Up To Inauguration DayJanuary 14, 2021 | Scott RoddThere has been heightened concern for violence leading up to inauguration day, following the insurrection and breach of the U.S. Capitol last week by Trump supporters. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareHow The Sacramento Zoo Is Working To Keep Animals Free Of COVID-19January 14, 2021 | Pauline BartoloneIn light of gorillas at the San Diego Zoo testing positive for COVID-19, Sacramento zookeepers say they haven’t had to deal with a case. When it comes to safety, rules that apply to humans, mostly apply to animals, they say. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCalifornia Throws Open COVID Vaccines To Anyone 65 And OlderJanuary 14, 2021As complaints mount about the state’s lagging vaccine rollout, health officials allow any seniors to seek the shot now — but not younger people with preexisting conditions.
Street Art Generates Funding for Sacramento Racial Justice GroupsJanuary 13, 2021 | Sarah Mizes-TanBoards For Change, an organization that coordinated racial justice-themed illustrations on plywood boards in downtown Sacramento, donates $20,000 to groups that support Black youth in Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.