Does California Have ‘One Of The Lowest’ Covid-19 Death Rates In The Nation As Gov. Newsom Claimed?March 10, 2021 | Chris NicholsEarly in the pandemic, California was praised for its relatively low mortality rate compared with large states like New York. But that per capita rate has dropped to the middle of the pack in recent months.
State GovernmentNewsom Blasts ‘Naysayers And Dooms-Dayers’ As He Touts Pandemic ProgressMarch 10, 2021In his State of the State speech, Gov. Newsom declares that pandemic is nearly over and reaches out to key recall voters.
State GovernmentTranscript And Analysis: California Gov. Gavin Newsom's 2021 State Of The StateMarch 9, 2021Listen back to Gov. Gavin Newsom's 2021 State of the State address and read the full text of the speech annotated by CapRadio and KPCC reporters. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentWatch: California Governor Gavin Newsom's 2021 State Of The StateMarch 9, 2021 | Scott RoddCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom will give his annual State of the State address tonight. This year’s speech will be a little different, and not just because of the pandemic.
State GovernmentNewsom In Campaign Mode As He Delivers Pivotal Speech On The PandemicMarch 9, 2021Live from Dodger Stadium, California’s governor is expected to highlight progress on coronavirus as he unofficially launches his campaign against recall.
State GovernmentCalifornia To Allow Limited Attendance At Outdoor Stadiums, Theme ParksMarch 5, 2021 | Chris Hagan | Scott Rodd | Kris HooksUnder the new rules, outdoor sports and live performances can resume and amusement parks can reopen starting April 1, with limitations based on the county's tier. All attendees must be masked. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Will Soon Tie Reopening To Vaccination Equity Rates, Dedicate 40% Of Doses To Low-Income CommunitiesMarch 3, 2021 | Nicole Nixon | Kris HooksTop administration officials say they will dedicate 40% of future vaccine doses to residents in those places, because those ZIP codes have shouldered that same percentage of the state’s COVID-19 cases and deaths.
State GovernmentAs Newsom Pushes To Extend Emergency Spending Authority During Pandemic, Lobbyist Influence Remains OpaqueMarch 3, 2021 | Scott RoddIn the shadowy world of lobbying for no-bid contracts during the state’s pandemic response, lobbyists don’t have to disclose work on behalf of clients. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNewsom, Lawmakers Reach Deal Incentivizing Schools To Reopen By AprilMarch 1, 2021 | Nicole NixonThe plan offers $2 billion in incentives to districts that reopen classrooms for students in transitional kindergarten through second grade by March 31. Vulnerable students in all grades can also return to campus. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentAs Blue Shield Takes Control Of California Vaccine Rollout, Some Counties Worry About DistributionFebruary 26, 2021 | Rich Ibarra | Scott Rodd | Kris HooksCalifornia’s vaccination goals depend on two things: vaccine supply and Blue Shield’s handling of distribution logistics. But the latter is already facing scrutiny from county health officials worried about delays in the system. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
