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.
State GovernmentHow California’s Budget Depends On Staggering Wealth GapJanuary 13, 2021The state’s progressive tax structure is reaping billions from the wealthiest to fund the state’s safety net. But it also reveals how the pandemic has widened the economic gulf for millions of Californians — more than the rest of the country.
No, Efforts To Recall California Gov. Newsom Are Not ‘A Coup’January 13, 2021 | Chris NicholsFor more than a century, the state constitution has allowed California voters to use the recall process to try to remove local and state officials, for any reason, midway through their terms in office.
State GovernmentCentral Valley Rep. David Valadao One Of 10 Republicans Voting To Impeach TrumpJanuary 13, 2021 | Nicole NixonCentral Valley Republican David Valadao was one of the 10 GOP House members — and the only from California — who crossed party lines to support impeaching President Donald Trump Wednesday.
State GovernmentAs The Pandemic Rages On, California Lawmakers Return To The Capitol With Urgent To-Do ListJanuary 12, 2021 | Nicole NixonThe pressure is on for California lawmakers to stave off a looming eviction crisis and approve immediate cash assistance for schools, low-income Californians and small businesses requested by Gov. Gavin Newsom. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCalifornia Lifts Stay-At-Home Order For Greater Sacramento RegionJanuary 12, 2021 | Sammy Caiola | Nick Miller | Kris HooksCounties in the greater Sacramento Region were released from stay-at-home orders for the region Tuesday, ending a six-week period where many businesses had to stop or severely limit business operations.
State GovernmentWatch: California Health Officials Update On COVID-19 For Jan 12January 12, 2021Watch as California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly gives an update Tuesday on COVID-19 in the state.
State GovernmentInterview: Incoming California Senator Alex Padilla On COVID-19 Relief, US Capitol RiotJanuary 11, 2021 | Emily ZentnerAlex Padilla, who is set to take over for Kamala Harris in the U.S. Senate, joined CapRadio’s Insight Monday to discuss plans for pandemic relief and the need for accountability following last week’s riot at the U.S. Capitol. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentWatch: Gov. Gavin Newsom's Update On COVID-19 For Jan. 11January 11, 2021Watch as California Gov. Gavin Newsom gives an update on the state's response to COVID-19.
State GovernmentWill COVID Spur California To Ease Food Stamp Applications?January 9, 2021In a state that has long struggled to get federal food assistance to those who qualify, one senator is hoping that the third time’s a charm for his bill to ease application hurdles for CalFresh.