‘Reopening’ In Sacramento: Excitement And Optimism, But Not Everyone Is Ready To Ditch Their MasksJune 15, 2021 | Rich Ibarra | Chris Nichols | Nick Miller | Scott Rodd | Sarah Mizes-Tan | Ed Fletcher | Janelle SalangaFrom Sacramento and San Joaquin to Placer and Yolo counties, workers, customers and business owners celebrated the state’s easing of COVID guidelines — but not everyone was ready to take off their masks. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentInterview: Dr. Ghaly Reflects On California's Response To COVID-19 As State ReopensJune 15, 2021 | Megan Manata | Vicki GonzalezWith California doing away with many of the COVID-19 restrictions to slow the spread of the virus, state Health Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly discussed what he's learned since last March and how he sees our future with the coronavirus. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentAs California Reopens, Newsom's Recall Fortunes Still Tied To COVID-19 ResponseJune 15, 2021 | Nicole NixonOn California’s big reopening day, Gov. Gavin Newsom is ready to usher in a new chapter. But some challenges loom for Newsom, who will face a recall election later this year.
Health CareWhat Changes, What Stays The Same As California ReopensJune 15, 2021 | Steve Milne | Emily Zentner | Chris Hagan | Sammy Caiola | Mike Hagerty | Janelle SalangaA lot changes on June 15, when California officially reopens. Here's a look at the new rules for businesses and individuals, and what things are staying the same for now.
Cooling Centers To Open Starting Wednesday Across Sacramento Region As Heatwave ArrivesJune 14, 2021 | Chris NicholsThe National Weather Service expects temperatures to range from 100 degrees to 113 degrees during the heatwave. Thursday is expected to be the hottest day.
New California Recycling Bill Plans To Shift Recycling Burden To DistributorsJune 14, 2021 | Megan Manata | Randol WhiteCalifornians are used to collecting plastic and glass bottles along with their aluminum cans and taking them down to the closest recycling center for drop-off and a few quarters for their time. A new bill may shift that to something easier. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentWill Psychedelics Become Legal In California?June 13, 2021The state Senate passed a bill to legalize hallucinogenic drugs for Californians 21 and older. Could psychedelics become the next cannabis?
Health CareCounty Health Agencies — Fighting Disease — Also Have To Fight For State FundsJune 12, 2021As the governor and lawmakers wrangle over the budget, local public health departments are underfunded and overwhelmed. Outdated equipment and insufficient staff hamper handling of everything from asthma to syphilis.
California Reopens June 15. Where Do You Need To Wear A Mask?June 12, 2021 | Janelle SalangaWhen California reopens June 15, you might not need a mask in public places, because masking guidance is changing. Here’s what that will look like for fully vaccinated and unvaccinated people.
Can You Handle The Truth?: Fact-Checking Claims About Anthony Fauci’s EmailsJune 11, 2021 | Chris NicholsNews outlets published some of Fauci’s emails after the federal government released them through a Freedom of Information Act request. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
