State GovernmentGovernor Newsom signs dozens of housing bills and announces $2.2 billion in Prop 1 funding for housing and servicesSeptember 19, 2024 | Megan MyscofskiMany of the bills make it easier to build more affordable housing, and harder for cities to ignore the state’s call to do so.
People Priced Out Of Salinas, California, Look To The BallotOctober 20, 2018Salinas is one of the least affordable places in America, reflecting a housing crisis in California's rural and urban areas alike.
Housing Affordability Crisis And Solutions Discussed At Special Sacramento City Council MeetingAugust 15, 2018 | Bob MoffittNew housing and more money — those were common suggestions from a panel of housing experts that spoke at a special Sacramento City Council meeting on Tuesday. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Rent Control Initiative Supporters, Opponents Sought Deal To Avoid Ballot Fight — But FailedJune 22, 2018 | Ben AdlerAfter negotiations failed to reach a deal to avoid a costly campaign this fall, Californians are set to vote on whether to repeal the state law that limits local rent control ordinances known as "Costa-Hawkins." Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Rent Control Is Coming To California’s November Ballot. Here’s What’s At Stake.June 20, 2018 | Kacey SycamoreState voters will decide whether or not to expand local governments’ ability to enact renter protections. Here’s a look at what exactly the measure would do, and what happens next.
State GovernmentMeasure To Eliminate California’s ‘Moving Penalty’ Qualifies For November BallotMay 17, 2018 | Chris NicholsSupporters say the initiative would give homeowners 55 and up a property tax discount when they buy a pricier home. That, in turn, could ease the state’s housing crunch by freeing up inventory for younger buyers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
The View From HerePlace And Privilege: Stories From The Next Generation Radio ProjectFebruary 13, 2018In this bonus episode of the Place and Privilege podcast hear a collection of first-person stories of young people affected by Sacramento’s housing crisis, produced by student journalists. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Groups Tout Golden 1 Center's Inaugural YearOctober 18, 2017 | Steve MilneGolden 1 Center is sparking economic growth in downtown Sacramento, even though parking costs a lot more. Two local business groups say the venue helped increase employment and decrease office vacancy rates since breaking ground in 2014.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCalifornia Housing Director Says Wildfires Could Amplify Housing ShortageOctober 17, 2017 | Cody DrabbleThe California Department of Housing And Community Development is on the front lines of the statewide affordability crisis. Director Ben Metcalf joins Insight to talk about what the state is doing to help renters and homeowners. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezThe View From Here: A Year Covering The Affordable Housing CrisisOctober 6, 2017 | Cody DrabbleThe View From Here Senior Producer Catherine Stifter returns to Insight to reflect on a year of reporting on affordable housing with highlights from the documentary and podcast. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
