EducationRaw sewage and bursting pipes: Why California community colleges are asking voters for repairsOctober 17, 2024This November, California voters will decide on Proposition 2, a $10 billion education bond. Some community colleges are counting on the money to fix critical buildings and protect the safety of students.
EnvironmentLa Nina could soon arrive. Here's what that means for winter weatherOctober 17, 2024NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center reports there is a 60% chance that a weak La Nina will develop this autumn and could last until March.
State GovernmentHow to avoid sharing election misinformationOctober 17, 2024The 2024 election season is here. As we’re waiting to learn the final results, it can be easy to be duped by false or misleading information. Here are four tips to help you avoid spreading election related misinformation.
Health CareThe flu shot is different this year, thanks to COVIDOctober 17, 2024A strain of influenza appears to have disappeared from the planet since COVID. As a result, U.S. flu vaccines have been redesigned.
State GovernmentHere’s what’s available to California voters whose primary language isn’t EnglishOctober 16, 2024 | Megan MyscofskiIn California, it’s the state’s responsibility to protect people’s right to vote no matter the language they speak. To do that, the state provides voter assistance in ten languages and several counties offer help in additional languages.
Health CareCalifornia health care workers get a pay bump under a new minimum wage lawOctober 16, 2024Some of the lowest-paid health care workers in California are getting a pay bump under a state law. Workers' pay will increase to $25 an hour over the next decade under the law starting Wednesday.
Sacramento RegionCalifornia Museum’s 11th annual Día de los Muertos Fiesta honors important figures with artOctober 16, 2024The exhibit showcases work from California artists who were each asked to create an altar dedicated to an important Californian figure.
State GovernmentSwing state map: Polls move in Trump’s direction, but the race remains tightOctober 16, 2024The polling averages show Vice President Kamala Harris’ lead has dropped in every swing state in recent weeks.
Sacramento RegionGun owners in Sacramento would pay ‘harm reduction fee’ under city proposalOctober 15, 2024 | Kristin LamA City Council committee directed staff to begin working on the proposals, which include banning minors from entering gun stores and requiring gun owners to pay harm reduction fees.
Sacramento RegionCity of Sacramento expects more budget cuts next year. Here’s how the public can give inputOctober 15, 2024 | Kristin LamThe City of Sacramento survey asks for feedback on priorities and ways to balance the budget, including making cuts to certain departments and programs.
