What does the science say about the origin of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic?March 2, 2023Two U.S. intelligence agencies reportedly support the lab leak theory — with low-to-moderate confidence. No evidence has been shared. Scientists have strong evidence of animal spillover at a market.
Tiny home village sits empty as delays, costs mount for Sacramento homelessness projectMarch 2, 2023 | Chris NicholsCounty officials say the Safe Stay Community will be a new model for sanctioned encampments when it opens.
EnvironmentEmergency declared in the Sierra as heavy snow forces evacuations, road closures, shutters YosemiteMarch 2, 2023Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency Wednesday as communities from the Sierra Nevada to the San Gabriel Mountains fight against snowstorms that have dumped huge amounts of snow on the state.
Photos: As state of emergency ends, what the pandemic has looked like in the Sacramento regionMarch 2, 2023 | Andrew NixonAs California ends its COVID-19 state of emergency, CapRadio Visual Journalist Andrew Nixon reflects on three years of documenting the pandemic in the Sacramento region and the images that have stuck with him.
Do Sacramento County school boards reflect student diversity? Here’s the breakdown.March 2, 2023 | Srishti PrabhaA CapRadio and Sacramento Observer analysis of four diverse school districts in Sacramento county revealed that many communities are underrepresented or not represented at all on their respective boards.
Health CareAs California’s COVID emergency ends, Sacramento infectious disease expert shares reflectionsMarch 1, 2023 | Vicki GonzalezSince the start of the pandemic, UC Davis Health’s Dr. Dean Blumberg was often called upon to help explain developments with the virus. He shared his reflections on the past three years as California’s state of emergency comes to an end.
Health CareCalifornia explores private insurance for immigrants lacking legal status. But is it affordable?March 1, 2023Nearly half a million Californians without legal residency make too much to qualify for Medicaid yet they can’t afford to buy coverage. A state lawmaker is proposing to open up the state’s health insurance exchange as a first step.