Sacramento County Proposes Taking Some Emergency Calls Away From Law EnforcementFebruary 25, 2021 | Ed FletcherThe proposal would create a $1.6-million pilot program operating during weekdays from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. The plan faced strong opposition from area police chiefs, while advocates pushed for a 24/7 system.
Who Gets A California Stimulus Check? When?February 25, 2021California will send out roughly 5.7 million Golden State Stimulus payments of $600 to residents struggling to stay afloat during the pandemic. For most recipients, the money could come in as soon as a month.
Now Is Time To Help Students Learning English As A Second Language, Experts SayFebruary 25, 2021 | Pauline BartoloneStudents who are learning English, nearly one-fifth of California’s public school population, are falling behind more than their peers during the pandemic, recent research suggests. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento Could Be One Of First Cities To Reform Single-Family Home Zoning. Here’s How It Would Work.February 25, 2021 | Chris NicholsThe Sacramento City Council recently voted to allow a greater variety of housing, from duplexes to fourplexes, in neighborhoods zoned almost exclusively for single family homes. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
How To Apply For Sacramento’s $96-Million Rental Assistance FundFebruary 24, 2021 | Kris HooksRenters should apply if they are unemployed, have had a reduction in household income or incurred significant costs, or have experienced financial hardship because of pandemic. The application period is open Feb. 25 to March 19. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Listen To CapRadio’s New California Politics Show Every FridayFebruary 24, 2021California State of Mind is joining our broadcast schedule on Fridays at 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. Plus: two other program updates.
Sacramento Warming Centers Remain Closed Due To COVID-19 As Strong Winds ReturnFebruary 23, 2021 | Ed FletcherWhile winds aren't expected to match what the city saw earlier this winter, officials are urging unhoused Sacramento residents to take advantage of a city parking garage for emergency shelter with warming centers closed after a COVID-19 outbreak. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNewsom Signs Economic Relief Package, Sending $600 Stimulus Payments To Low-Income CaliforniansFebruary 23, 2021 | Nicole NixonThe $7.6 billion relief package will provide checks for nearly 6 million Californians and provide grants to small businesses. Meanwhile, Newsom and lawmakers are back at the negotiating table over a plan to reopen classrooms. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareNevada Seeks To Address ‘Equity Crisis’ In COVID-19 Vaccine AccessFebruary 23, 2021 | Bert JohnsonState data shows early vaccine rollout has disproportionately gone to white Nevadans. But public health officials hope a new coalition will help ensure more equitable access moving forward. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento City Unified’s Youngest Students Could Return To School In AprilFebruary 22, 2021 | Kris HooksUnder a new district plan, students on campus would be physically distant, and plexiglass barriers would be installed in the library and cafeterias. The district has also already begun installing new ventilation systems to prepare for reopening.
