State GovernmentOld data? CDC apparently misjudged California’s COVID risksMarch 2, 2022The CDC said half of Californians live in high-risk counties. But the agency apparently relied on outdated numbers of COVID infections and patients. Newer data indicates only 19 counties are in the CDC’s riskiest category, where universal masking is
Race and EquityCOVID-19 has turned deadlier for Black Californians, who have the state’s lowest vaccination rateFebruary 26, 2022California’s African Americans are dying from COVID at a higher rate now. And they make up a disproportionate and growing share of the death toll for middle-aged Californians.
EnvironmentNo, California’s drought isn’t over. Here’s why.January 4, 2022California today issued emergency drought rules aimed at wasteful water use. Although snowpack is 150% of average today, climatologists predict dry conditions for the rest of the season. And conservation still lags. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleFrom street vendor to crypto artist: How digital assets offer minorities new opportunitiesDecember 8, 2021A Los Angeles artist who once sold flowers with his immigrant parents on street corners breaks into the world of NFTs. In doing so, he’s also found a nontraditional way to generate wealth in crypto currency.
Health CareNurse Shortages In California Reaching Crisis PointAugust 29, 2021COVID-19 burnout is driving many nurses to quit, and hospital administrators say the state’s new vaccine mandate is compounding the shortage, too.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCalifornia Lawmakers Tackle Housing Issues Impacting RentersJune 10, 2019 | Cody DrabbleCALmatters Data and Housing Reporter Matt Levin looks at how renters fared in the current legislative session: what bills were discussed, which ones died and what survived. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
