Sacramento County To Keep Motels For Homeless Residents Open Through AugustApril 20, 2021 | Chris NicholsThe decision reverses plans by Sacramento County officials to close three Project Roomkey motels this spring. The motels have served as shelters for hundreds of unhoused people during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Biden Says Chauvin Guilty Verdict Can Be 'A Moment Of Significant Change'April 20, 2021President Biden and Vice President Harris spoke following the guilty verdict in the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin for the death of George Floyd.
Derek Chauvin Found Guilty Of George Floyd's MurderApril 20, 2021George Floyd's death sparked sustained protests in Minneapolis, across the United States and around the world. It also set off a national reckoning on police violence and systemic racism.
Trial Of Derek Chauvin In The Death Of George Floyd Goes To The JuryApril 20, 2021Ahead of closing arguments in the case of the former Minneapolis police officer, Judge Peter Cahill issued detailed instructions to the jury. Chauvin faces three counts.
Sacramento Opens First City-Sanctioned Camping And Parking Sites For Homeless ResidentsApril 20, 2021 | Chris NicholsCity officials plan to discuss additional safe ground sites to serve people who live in tents and vehicles in the coming weeks. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Nevada Bill To Outlaw Ghost Guns Could Reduce Violent Crime In CaliforniaApril 19, 2021 | Bert JohnsonOfficials in both states say unmarked, privately-manufactured firearms are showing up at crime scenes in growing numbers — and threatening public safety. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
How These Small Businesses In Sacramento Are Surviving The COVID-19 EconomyApril 19, 2021 | Pauline BartoloneWhile many small business owners around the country have closed during the pandemic, these Sacramento entrepreneurs have stayed afloat thanks to some grit, ingenuity and community support. Here’s how they did it.
Wealth Tax Proposal In California Splits Progressive, Moderate LawmakersApril 19, 2021 | Scott RoddModerate Democrats say imposing a wealth tax could drive out ultra-rich residents, and as a result drive down tax revenues. Progressives, meanwhile, say a wealth tax is the best way to close California’s yawning economic equality gap. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
With Barrett On Supreme Court, California’s Church COVID Limits Are Being OverturnedApril 18, 2021After more than a year of legal tussling with state public health officials over restrictions on indoor gatherings, houses of worship — mostly evangelical or Catholic and politically conservative — have been on a winning streak at the highest court.
Environment5 Things You Need To Know About Federal Drought Aid In CaliforniaApril 17, 2021The USDA declared California a natural disaster due to its severe drought, triggering aid for growers and ranchers who supply much of the nation’s food. Why has the federal government stepped in to help with California’s water woes?
