Gun violence is a public health issue here in Sacramento — and across the United StatesApril 23, 2022 | Sammy CaiolaMany experts say health disparities in under-funded and marginalized communities are a primary-driving factor of intra-community violence. Here is one journalist’s observations based on reporting in Sacramento and Philadelphia.
State GovernmentAdvocates are pushing for a health equity and racial justice fund in California. Here’s what it would do.April 22, 2022 | Janelle SalangaAdvocates introduced the idea for the $100 million fund last year, and are championing it again for the 2022-23 state budget. They say they're optimistic this time around.
Health CareHere's why you might still want to wear masks on public transportApril 22, 2022Sure, you don't have to wear a mask on airplanes, buses and ride shares anymore, but you still might want to depending on the circumstances. Here's what experts say about the risks.
Sacramento City Unified formally approves agreements reached with teachers, staff during strikeApril 21, 2022 | Janelle SalangaThe district voted unanimously to ratify its contracts with the Sacramento City Teachers Association and SEIU Local 1021 at its board meeting Thursday. Those contracts offer employees wage increases and one-time stipends, among other benefits.
State GovernmentWith Roe vs. Wade decision looming, California abortion rights groups endorse Rob Bonta for attorney generalApril 20, 2022 | Nicole NixonBonta, who was appointed attorney general last year, is the only Democrat in the race. But advocates say he’s also the only one who’s spoken in favor of expanding reproductive care – and legal protections – in California.
Some California school districts launch transitional kindergarten without state helpApril 20, 2022The state mandates transitional kindergarten, but isn’t paying the tab for a small portion of wealthy school districts. Some are balking.
State GovernmentDebt-free college: California’s on the verge of spending over a half-billion dollars to help 360,000 studentsApril 20, 2022Roughly 360,000 UC and Cal State students may soon receive about $1,000 to $3,000 to fund their educations this fall as part of California’s effort to make college debt-free.
EnvironmentInterview: California’s plans for electric vehiclesApril 20, 2022 | Randol WhiteCalifornia car shoppers hit a milestone last year, with one million electric vehicles purchased. Even though the state is the first in the country to hit this goal, California may still be behind its climate change goals. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleReyna Grande: 'A Ballad of Love and Glory'April 20, 2022 | Donna ApidoneAuthor Reyna Grande's new book, "A Ballad of Love and Glory," takes readers into the Mexican-American War, her first historical fiction novel. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia will close its central COVID-19 lab, cancel $1.7 billion contract with PerkinElmerApril 20, 2022 | Scott RoddThe Valencia Branch Laboratory struggled with “significant deficiencies” since opening in late 2020.
