State GovernmentHow California’s Budget Depends On Staggering Wealth GapJanuary 13, 2021The state’s progressive tax structure is reaping billions from the wealthiest to fund the state’s safety net. But it also reveals how the pandemic has widened the economic gulf for millions of Californians — more than the rest of the country.
No, Efforts To Recall California Gov. Newsom Are Not ‘A Coup’January 13, 2021 | Chris NicholsFor more than a century, the state constitution has allowed California voters to use the recall process to try to remove local and state officials, for any reason, midway through their terms in office.
State GovernmentCentral Valley Rep. David Valadao One Of 10 Republicans Voting To Impeach TrumpJanuary 13, 2021 | Nicole NixonCentral Valley Republican David Valadao was one of the 10 GOP House members — and the only from California — who crossed party lines to support impeaching President Donald Trump Wednesday.
Health CareSacramento And Surrounding Counties Returned To The Purple Tier. Here’s What That MeansJanuary 13, 2021 | Sammy CaiolaFollowing state guidance, Sacramento County has issued a new public health order allowing restaurants, cardrooms and other businesses to reopen. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
House Votes To Impeach Trump, But Senate Trial Before Jan. 20 UnlikelyJanuary 13, 2021The next step in the process is transmitting the article of impeachment to the Senate, then preparation for a Senate trial. But Majority Leader Mitch McConnell will not consent to bringing the Senate back earlier than Jan. 19.
House Approves 25th Amendment Resolution Against Trump, Pence Says He Won't InvokeJanuary 12, 2021The House of Representatives approved a symbolic resolution urging Vice President Pence to invoke the 25th Amendment against President Trump, after the president's No. 2 has expressed that he would not exercise that option.
State GovernmentAs The Pandemic Rages On, California Lawmakers Return To The Capitol With Urgent To-Do ListJanuary 12, 2021 | Nicole NixonThe pressure is on for California lawmakers to stave off a looming eviction crisis and approve immediate cash assistance for schools, low-income Californians and small businesses requested by Gov. Gavin Newsom. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareSome California Health Systems Start Vaccinating Patients As Roll-Out ExpandsJanuary 12, 2021 | Sammy CaiolaAfter immunizing their staff, some health systems are now contacting patients over age 75 and inviting them in for a COVID-19 vaccine.
FBI Warns Of ‘Armed Protests’ At All 50 State Capitols In Coming DaysJanuary 12, 2021 | Sarah Mizes-TanExperts warn that unless firm action is taken against the people who led the last week’s demonstrations at the nation’s Capitol and the people who are planning similar future demonstrations, the acts of insurrection will continue.
After Calling U.S. Capitol Insurrection ‘First Shots Against Tyranny,’ California Lawmaker BacktracksJanuary 12, 2021 | Chris NicholsA California state lawmaker from San Diego and a Santa Clara County GOP party official are among Republicans nationwide who either justified or encouraged last week’s deadly attacks at the U.S. Capitol.