State GovernmentOverdue: State owes community clinics millions for COVID vaccinationsMarch 19, 2022A year after ramping up to vaccinate 6 million low-income residents, community clinics are in dire final straits waiting for state money. Some are cutting services.
State GovernmentDemocratic lawmakers propose $400 tax rebatesMarch 18, 2022 | Nicole NixonLegislative Democrats have largely balked at suspending the gas tax, arguing it provides needed money for roads and infrastructure, but say a $400 rebate is the equivalent of a one-year suspension of the 51-cent gas tax for some drivers.
Sacramento City Unified teachers, staff announce plans to strike March 23March 17, 2022 | Janelle SalangaSCUSD teachers and staff say they will strike starting March 23, citing concerns around the ongoing staffing shortage. The district will close schools if the strike goes through.
Race and EquityStephon Clark's family is still seeking justice four years laterMarch 17, 2022 | Sarah Mizes-TanThe Clark family will host a march at the California state Capitol Friday to mark four years since Sacramento police shot and killed Stephon Clark in the backyard of his grandmother's home. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleJohn Lescroart: The Missing PieceMarch 16, 2022 | Donna ApidoneAuthor John Lescroart created his own personal plot twist when after announcing plans to retire, he surprised fans with his 30th book. Donna Apidone sat down to discuss his new novel, "The Missing Piece," and the games he likes to play with readers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Interview: Where Sacramento stands on California's new food waste recycling programMarch 15, 2022 | Randol WhiteErin Treadwell spoke with us about a yet-to-be fully implemented California law that requires all residents and businesses to separate food waste from other trash. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornians used more water as state braces for another dry yearMarch 15, 2022New data from urban areas suggests that people are ignoring the governor’s pleas for voluntary conservation during the drought. Some experts say it’s time for Newsom to issue a mandatory order. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Race and EquityFormer student arrested after allegedly sending racist messages, threats to American River College president, officials sayMarch 15, 2022 | Kris HooksThe threats were directed towards Melanie Dixon, the first Black woman to lead the school. The Los Rios Community College District has filed a restraining order against the student and increased security on campus. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentUC Davis researchers are using ultrasounds to help endangered abalone spawnMarch 15, 2022 | Steve MilneUltrasounds can be used to quickly detect when abalone are ready to spawn. The species is near extinction, and scientists at the UC Davis Marine Laboratory hope the old medical tool can help turn that around. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentLawmakers pass legislative fix to undo UC Berkeley’s enrollment capMarch 14, 2022Lawmakers approved a legislative Hail Mary they say will allow UC Berkeley to admit all the new students it planned to this fall, undoing a judge’s enrollment cap.
