Insight With Vicki GonzalezA Closer Look At California Face Mask Order And Gov. Newsom's AuthorityJune 25, 2020CapRadio PolitiFact California Reporter Chris Nichols takes a closer at Gov. Gavin Newsom’s legal authority to mandate wearing masks. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Sees Highest Single-Day COVID-19 Case Increase, Gov. Gavin Newsom Sticks With Re-Opening PlanJune 24, 2020 | Scott RoddGov. Gavin Newsom pointed to more testing as a primary explanation for the rise in cases. The state processed more than 90,000 tests on Tuesday; in early May, it was processing about 30,000 per day.
Yes, Gov. Newsom Has The Authority To Make Masks Mandatory In California, Legal Experts SayJune 24, 2020 | Chris NicholsConstitutional law experts say the governor has broad authority under the California Emergency Services Act and the state’s existing public health powers to mandate face coverings.
State GovernmentNewsom, California Lawmakers Agree To Budget Deal That Avoids Cuts To Health And Social ServicesJune 22, 2020 | Nicole NixonGov. Gavin Newsom had suggested deep cuts to education and health care programs in his most recent budget proposal. Legislative leaders say the agreement “protects core services,” though they did not provide spending details.
State GovernmentWatch: Gov. Gavin Newsom Update On COVID-19 For Monday, June 22June 22, 2020Tune in live at 12 p.m. as California Gov. Gavin Newsom gives an update on the state's response to COVID-19. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCalifornians Must Now Wear Masks Or Face Coverings In PublicJune 18, 2020 | Nick MillerThe state is now requiring residents to wear masks in nearly all indoor settings, according to guidelines from the state Department Public of Health on Thursday.
State GovernmentWatch: Gov. Gavin Newsom's Monday, June 15 COVID-19 UpdateJune 15, 2020As California’s economy reopens, coronavirus cases continue to climb. But Gov. Gavin Newsom says he isn’t worried — he attributes the numbers to increased testing, and says California’s positivity rate has remained stable for several weeks.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezSCOTUS Rulings Explained, State Budget NegotiationsJune 15, 2020The latest on Supreme Court rulings and more on California lawmakers' plans for balancing the state budget and reconciling some $54.3 billion in projected deficit. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentConverting A Motel To Homeless Housing, Step By StepJune 11, 2020Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to go on a hotel shopping spree to help California's homeless. He's got six months to do it before the federal money goes away.
State GovernmentIs California’s Last Youth Fire Camp Worth Saving?June 10, 2020California's last juvenile fire camp could close due to state budget cuts. Though critics question putting young inmates in danger for as little as $1 an hour, supporters say it's one of the few proven models for rehabilitation.