East Area Rapist Survivor Creates New Support Space for Sacramento Assault VictimsAugust 9, 2021 | Sammy CaiolaOne year after Joseph DeAngelo was sentenced to a life in prison for committing a string of rapes and murders in the 1970’s and 1980’s, survivors of his crimes are speaking up and inviting others to do the same.
EnvironmentDixie Fire Is Now The 2nd Largest In State HistoryAugust 8, 2021The fire raging in Northern California was whipped up by high temperatures and strong winds. It incinerated much of the Gold Rush-era community of Greenville earlier this week.
State GovernmentCalifornia Republicans Skip Endorsement Vote In RecallAugust 8, 2021 | Nicole NixonThe reversal came during a virtual meeting Saturday morning where delegates had gathered to hand out an endorsement.
New Tribal Colleges Offer ‘Sense Of Belonging’ For Native Students But Hit RoadblocksAugust 7, 2021Tribal colleges provide culturally relevant education for Native students. But in California, they face an uphill battle because of lack of funding and a lengthy accreditation process.
EnvironmentBear Cub Escapes While Being Treated For Tamarack Fire BurnsAugust 6, 2021 | Steve Milne | Emily ZentnerLake Tahoe Wildlife Care asks that anyone who spots the cub calls (530) 577- 2273.
California State Of Mind | Episode 35CA Recall Rules and Riling Up VotersAugust 6, 2021Gov. Gavin Newsom could be unseated in a recall election in September. Polls show that voters who support him aren’t really paying as much attention as they should if they want him to stay in office. Plus, what would it take to change recall rules? Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CarePeople In Nursing Homes, Day Centers Are Vulnerable To The Delta Variant. State Officials Say Staff Vaccine Requirements Could Protect Them.August 6, 2021 | Sammy CaiolaAll Californians who work in health care facilities must be fully vaccinated by the end of September, according to a new state order. It’s an effort to protect people in congregate settings.
EnvironmentEvacuation Orders Lifted For Much Of Colfax Friday As River Fire Containment Grows August 6, 2021 | Chris HaganSome evacuation orders have been lifted for the River Fire burning in Placer and Nevada counties Friday evening as cooler temperatures helped firefighters increase containment.
Health CareCalifornia First In Nation To Mandate Vaccinations For Health Care WorkersAugust 5, 2021California’s vaccination mandate for medical workers is the toughest in the nation. California also ordered all visitors at hospitals and other medical facilities to be vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19 beginning next Wednesday.
Health CareThe Delta Variant Is Spreading In California. Immunized People Can Contract And Spread It. Here’s What You Can DoAugust 5, 2021 | Sammy CaiolaThe delta variant is increasing the spread of COVID-19 in California, leading to changes in guidance from health experts. Here are some key questions around the delta variant, masks, vaccines, and how to stay safe in this new stage of the pandemic.
