Health CareCalifornia deemed a ‘surge state’ for abortions post-RoeJune 27, 2023 | Kate WolffeCalifornia is performing almost 500 more abortions per month than in the months before the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Researchers hypothesize the increase could be people coming to the state, plus increased abortion access for Californians.
EnvironmentLake Tahoe organizations create a plan to better handle peak season crowdsJune 27, 2023 | Manola SecairaLocal groups say early pandemic visitors highlighted issues like litter, congestion and rising housing costs.
State GovernmentWhat you need to know on the California budget dealJune 27, 2023After weeks of negotiations, the governor and top Democrats in the Legislature say they have a budget deal. Legislators will start voting today on bills related to the agreement.
Sacramento says it’s ‘not required’ to fund any more Measure O homeless services this yearJune 27, 2023 | Chris NicholsResidents who filed complaints about homeless encampments on the city’s new online form received an automated reply that has angered Measure O supporters.
Health CareMore California prisoners are requesting gender-affirming health care, including surgeriesJune 27, 2023The population of transgender inmates in California prisoners surged by 234% in the years since the state adopted a first-in-the nation policy allowing gender-affirming health care.
EnvironmentSacramento set to see triple-digit heat later this weekJune 26, 2023 | Mike HagertyMeteorologists with the National Weather Service say the region will see its first 100-degree day on Friday. Officials also warn of “major heat risk” this weekend.
Health CareGoogle shows you ads for anti-abortion centers when you search for clinics near youJune 26, 2023A new report finds Google makes millions of dollars in ad buys from anti-abortion "pregnancy centers" that aim to divert women who are seeking abortion care.
Health CareMalpractice lawsuits over denied abortion care may be on the horizonJune 25, 2023Physicians and attorneys say it’s a question of when — not if — a pregnant person dies from lack of care in a state with an abortion ban.
EducationCalifornia child care providers demand raises from Gov. Newsom as budget deadline loomsJune 25, 2023Providers say home daycare businesses may need to close if the state continues paying too little in child care subsidies.
The biggest survey of homeless Californians in decades shows why so many are on the streetsJune 24, 2023The largest survey of homeless Californians in decades aims to dispel myths about what drives that state’s most pressing crisis. It found that addiction and mental health conditions rarely cause homelessness.
