State GovernmentTax on short-term rentals like Airbnb could fund California affordable housingJune 2, 2023A bill to tax Airbnb and other short-term rentals to fund affordable housing projects could be voted on by the Senate soon. The proposal has revived the debate over Airbnb and its role in the housing crisis.
Arts and LifestyleAn experience for all: Sacramento area performing arts venues find new ways to take patrons with disabilities on the stage’s journeyJune 2, 2023The accessibility and accommodation services offered by Broadway Sacramento allow theater patrons with visual, hearing or mobility impairments options to help them fully appreciate the shows.
‘It’s not for them to decide’: Elk Grove Maidu family on regulating tribal regalia at graduation ceremoniesJune 1, 2023 | Janelle SalangaIn 2019, California enacted a bill which codified California high school students’ right to wear cultural or tribal regalia during graduation ceremonies. Still, families face procedural hoops to jump through — which a task force aims to rectify.
Health CarePublic health officials urge mpox vaccinations ahead of LGBTQ+ Pride celebrationsJune 1, 2023 | Kate WolffeIn an open letter, California’s head of STD control urged doctors to be vigilant about mpox spread in their communities. Sacramento’s LGBT Community Center has events scheduled all month to increase vaccination rates.
Matchmaking, parenting classes: The Sacramento Zoo's baby orangutan came after of years of careful planningJune 1, 2023 | Vicki GonzalezEven orangutans can have trouble finding a mate. The Sacramento Zoo spent years encouraging a relationship between a female and male Sumatran orangutan before welcoming the baby primate. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
