State GovernmentHigh-Speed Rail In California Moves Along, But SlowlyJanuary 21, 2021 | Megan ManataPublic transportation like buses, subways and light rail aren’t the only travel methods affected by the pandemic — California’s High-Speed Rail construction has also been slowed down. But the project's director says that could be speeding up soon. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentJustice Delayed: Courts Overwhelmed By Pandemic BacklogJanuary 20, 2021From child support to insurance fraud, court cases are delayed throughout California. Only half as many civil and criminal cases were resolved last summer compared with pre-pandemic numbers.
State GovernmentCalifornia’s Capitol On Guard: Inauguration Day Demonstrations End PeacefullyJanuary 20, 2021 | Nick Miller | Scott Rodd | Kris HooksAfter pro-Trump extremists stormed the U.S. Capitol two weeks ago, state and local law enforcement began surrounding California’s Capitol. Despite the preparation for violence, none occurred.
State GovernmentCalifornia Attorney General Files Nine Lawsuits In One Day As Trump Leaves OfficeJanuary 19, 2021 | Nicole NixonXavier Becerra elevated his national profile by filing a grand total of 122 lawsuits against the Trump administration. It may have played a part in his nomination to serve as incoming President Joe Biden’s health secretary. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentFive Things To Know About California’s New U.S. Senator, Alex PadillaJanuary 18, 2021Gov. Newsom’s chosen successor to Vice President-elect Kamala Harris is a tech-minded voting rights booster, a Latino who came of age during the nativist political upheaval of the 1990s and a longtime Newsom loyalist.
State GovernmentHarris Will Leave Senate Seat Monday, Set To Return As Tiebreaking Vice PresidentJanuary 17, 2021The vice president-elect will be sworn in on Wednesday by Justice Sonia Sotomayor, both women of color who broke barriers. As vice president, Harris will tip control of the Senate to Democrats.
State GovernmentCalifornia’s Capitol On Guard: Despite FBI Warnings, No Armed Protest In Sacramento On SundayJanuary 17, 2021Things remained quiet at California’s Capitol Sunday, despite the FBI warning of possible "armed protests." However, law enforcement isn’t letting its guard down and will maintain a heavy presence around the Capitol this week.
EnvironmentHere’s What California Lawmakers Want To Do To Prevent The Wildfire Crisis From Getting WorseJanuary 15, 2021 | Ezra David RomeroCalifornia lawmakers are dreaming up big ideas to prevent future wildfires from devastating communities. Bills this session explore banning development in high fire severity zones, making utilities more accountable and a bond for wildfire prevention. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCalifornia Counties, Lawmakers Call For More Organized, Better-Funded COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout As Cases Continue To ClimbJanuary 14, 2021 | Sammy CaiolaWhile people anxiously await their turn to receive a shot, counties are scrambling to figure out when more vaccines will be available and how they can distribute them quickly and safely. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia To Deploy National Guard Ahead Of Expected Demonstrations Leading Up To Inauguration DayJanuary 14, 2021 | Scott RoddThere has been heightened concern for violence leading up to inauguration day, following the insurrection and breach of the U.S. Capitol last week by Trump supporters. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
