State GovernmentCalifornia Senate approves bill to limit police stops for headlights, expired registrationMay 31, 2023 | Nicole NixonSen. Steven Bradford’s SB50 would prohibit police from pulling someone over for a minor infraction related to lighting, registration or license plates alone.
Mid Pacific | BonusBONUS EPISODE: Introducing the Proudly Asian PodcastMay 25, 2023How does it feel when someone denies your lived experience? In this “Mid Pacific” bonus, you'll hear stories from a variety of people dealing with this issue as told to the “Proudly Asian” podcast hosted by Isabel Wong. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Race and EquityUC signals support for hiring of undocumented students; vote will follow six-month studyMay 21, 2023With legal challenge expected, board of regents wants time to consider legal strategies.
Mid Pacific | BonusBONUS EPISODE: Introducing the Asian Americana PodcastMay 18, 2023How often do you think about Asian Americans and country music? In this bonus episode, you’ll hear an excerpt from the “Asian Americana” podcast hosted by Quincy Surasmith that explores one Lao American man's complicated relationship with the genre. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Mid Pacific | BonusBONUS EPISODE: Introducing Vietnamese Boat People PodcastMay 11, 2023How would your identity be shaped if you had to escape your home country by boat? Sarah speaks with fellow podcast host Tracey Nguyen Mang, who fled Vietnam with her family at the age of 3. Hear her journey to uncover her family’s story. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Race and EquityReparations panel recommends possible millions for eligible Black CaliforniansMay 8, 2023CA task force says Legislature should base payments to eligible Blacks on years living in state, type of racial harm.
Mid Pacific | Episode 6Your MotherMay 4, 2023How do our relationships with our parents affect our sense of self? And why does the mother-daughter relationship seem so complex? Sarah explores the issues behind the "in between feeling" that seems to define that particular relationship. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Race and EquitySacramento City Council OKs mandatory equity training for elected, appointed officialsMay 3, 2023 | Kristin LamUnder the new requirement, elected city officials, their staff and appointed officers must take at least four hours of equity training every two years.
Race and EquityCalifornia reparations task force to recommend ‘down payments’ for slavery, racismMay 3, 2023The reparations task force meets Saturday in Oakland. It may vote to recommend a state apology and payments to African Americans based on years living in state.
Frank Fat’s Restaurant is a Sacramento institution serving up Asian American cuisineMay 1, 2023 | Sarah Mizes-TanThe business, opened by a Chinese immigrant 80 years ago, has made its mark on the state Capitol, as well. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
