Former CSU Northridge president appointed CSU interim chancellorMarch 23, 2022Jolene Koester was selected to replace Joseph Castro until a permanent chancellor is found.
State GovernmentNewsom proposes $400 payments to California drivers to offset rise in gas pricesMarch 23, 2022 | Chris HaganCalifornians would get a debit card with $400 per registered vehicle — including electric vehicles, but limited to two total vehicles — under a plan introduced by Gov. Gavin Newsom Tuesday, the latest proposal to help residents with fuel costs.
Watch: Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson's Senate confirmation hearingsMarch 23, 2022On Monday, the Senate Judiciary Committee kicks off four days of hearings for Ketanji Brown Jackson's nomination to the Supreme Court.
In wake of Castro resignation, Cal State launches investigations of system's handling of sexual harassment complaintsMarch 22, 2022After saying they had been left in the dark, CSU trustees launch investigations stemming from former Chancellor Joseph Castro's mishandling of sexual harassment complaints at Fresno State.
EnvironmentState unveils long-awaited standard for drinking water contaminantMarch 22, 2022California’s proposed limit for hexavalent chromium — the first in the nation — would raise water rates in many cities. The contaminant, linked to cancer, was made infamous by Erin Brockovich.
Interview: How pollen might play into Californians' spring allergiesMarch 22, 2022 | Randol WhiteDr. Sharon Chinthrajah with the Sean N. Parker Center for Allergy and Asthma Research at Stanford University discusses what we can expect for allergies this season. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
The collapse of community college enrollment: Can California turn it around?March 21, 2022Despite sinking overall enrollment, some community colleges in California are seeing more students come back. Targeted state aid is likely helping, but so is more in-person instruction.
EnvironmentGetting healthy, nutritious foods to California students isn’t easy. First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom is making it her priority issue.March 21, 2022 | Janelle Salanga | Manola SecairaThe state is working to track progress on efforts to serve students healthier food, and a new “farm-to-school road map for success” report is putting the spotlight on youth food insecurity and literacy. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Short-term fixes won’t really solve California’s teacher shortageMarch 20, 2022California’s schools are struggling to staff up — despite billions in state money flowing to school districts to remedy teacher shortages. Grants have helped but, educators say, they aren’t enough.
Arts and LifestyleJulia Cameron: 'Seeking Wisdom'March 19, 2022 | Donna ApidoneJulia Cameron, author of the "Artist's Way" series, works to inspire creativity. Her book "Seeking Wisdom" focuses on various practices of prayer as a creative tool. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
