State GovernmentNewsom ends some COVID-19 executive orders while maintaining emergency powersFebruary 25, 2022 | Chris HaganState officials say Gov. Gavin Newsom's emergency powers will be essential in navigating the uncertain future of the pandemic. The state Legislature will discuss a resolution to end the state of emergency next month.
Here are California organizations supporting UkraineFebruary 25, 2022 | Janelle SalangaIf you’re hoping to get involved with groups providing aid to affected Ukranians, here are some ways to do so.
Ketanji Brown Jackson, Biden's Supreme Court nominee, has blazed trails all her lifeFebruary 25, 2022President Biden announced Judge Jackson, 51, will be his nominee to the Supreme Court. If confirmed, she will be the first Black woman to serve on the high court.
EnvironmentDNA evidence shows Hank the Tank didn't work aloneFebruary 25, 2022Evidence shows that giant bear is getting a bad rap. And local officials say they're getting so many calls about him that it's affecting their ability to take emergency calls.
Ukrainians in Sacramento protest Russian invasion, praying for ‘support of the whole world’February 24, 2022 | Pauline Bartolone | Nicole Nixon | Sarah Mizes-Tan | Kris HooksThroughout the Sacramento region — from the rallygoers at Capitol to Roseville churches to members of the Kings — people of Ukrainian descent and their supporters expressed shock Thursday over the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Interview: Immigration attorney describes what he's hearing from Sacramento Ukrainian community following Russian invasionFebruary 24, 2022 | Vicki GonzalezAlex Tovarian is an immigration attorney active in the Russian, Ukrainian and broader Slavic community in Sacramento County. He spoke with Insight host Vicki Gonzalez about what he's hearing from the friends and families that he's in contact with. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
How Russia's invasion of Ukraine could impact youFebruary 24, 2022Further sanctions, energy market disruptions and cyberwarfare could reach Americans seemingly far-removed from the conflict.
Biden announces new sanctions as Russia attacks UkraineFebruary 24, 2022The next round of sanctions from the White House could also target banks and export controls, which would cut Russia off from critical technology like semiconductors.
Health CareWho might benefit from a 4th shot — and who might notFebruary 23, 2022Some countries are moving ahead with plans to offer a fourth dose of COVID-19 vaccine. But studies are raising questions about the potential advantages of this extra booster.
Health CareMandates may be lifting in California, but many people remain vulnerable to COVID-19February 23, 2022 | Janelle SalangaEven as California and Sacramento drop their mask mandates, some public health experts caution it may be too soon to declare the pandemic over, and stress that many people remain vulnerable to COVID-19 even as case rates fall.
