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For businesses outside of the central city, where outdoor dining was more difficult and takeout was often the only option, some say reopening could offer the boost needed to keep them from closing permanently.

Health Care

September 30, 2020

Sammy Caiola

Nurse Practitioners Win Their Battle For Practice Expansion In Light Of COVID-19

California’s nurse practitioners will be able to provide patient care with less supervision from medical doctors under a bill signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom Tuesday.

September 30, 2020

Sarah Mizes-Tan

Campaigning During A Pandemic: How Sacramento Organizers, Candidates Are Adjusting To COVID-19

Campaigning for candidates or ballot measures has moved into the digital realm, but some experts worry this could lead to a deeper equity divide in results.

Classical

September 30, 2020

New Classical Tracks: Simone Dinnerstein Shares Her 'Character of Quiet'

While most new releases coming out were recorded before COVID-19, this one was recorded this past summer during quarantine, and it reflects all the confusing feelings during this challenging time. This week on New Classical Tracks, Simone Dinnerstein

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September 29, 2020

Tiffany Lew

'We Will Rebuild': Zogg Fire Evacuees Wait To Return Home

Residents in Shasta County have faced mandatory evacuation as the Zogg Fire has burned through 40,317 acres with no containment. Fire officials say it will take time before they're allowed to return.

September 29, 2020

Kris Hooks

Sacramento, Yolo, San Joaquin Counties Move Into Less Restrictive Reopening Tier. Here’s What That Means.

In the past two weeks, the counties have recorded fewer than seven new cases per 100,000 residents and a test positivity rate below 5%, allowing the move into a less restrictive tier.

State Government

September 29, 2020

Nicole Nixon

‘Concerning’ Number of Californians Are Wary Of Election Integrity, Poll Shows

More than 40% of Californians do not believe this year’s presidential election will be conducted in a “fair and open” manner, according to a UC Berkeley poll. Another 82% say they are concerned that many Americans will not accept the election outcome

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Environment

September 29, 2020

Ezra David Romero

Megafires Are Breaking Climate Models, Highlighting California's Need To Focus On Prevention

Wildfires are burning year-after-year in wine country and the Sierra. These megafires are creating a new baseline for climate scientists to include in modeling and point to a greater need: a shift in mood from fire suppression to prevention.

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Health Care

September 29, 2020

Watch: California Health Officials Update On COVID-19 For September 29

California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly gave an update on COVID-19 in the state.

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Alabama Gov. Apologizes To Surviving '5th Girl' Of 1963 KKK Bombing

September 30, 2020

"There should be no question that Ms. Collins Rudolph and the families of those who perished ... suffered an egregious injustice that has yielded untold pain and suffering over the ensuing decades."

Politics

Trump Senior Adviser Brad Parscale Steps Away From Campaign After Police Incident

September 30, 2020

The move comes after a weekend incident that led to him being involuntarily hospitalized by police.

National

'I Like What I See': FAA Chief Flies 737 Max, But Not Ready To Recertify Plane

September 30, 2020

Steve Dickson took a Boeing 737 Max on a test flight Wednesday and says "It responded well," as regulators inch closer to ungrounding the troubled jetliner.

National

Census Bureau Gets 4th Trump Appointee In 3 Months As Count Nears End

September 30, 2020

The abrupt addition of appointees at a federal statistical agency largely run by career civil servants has raised concerns about political interference with the 2020 census.

Weather

Glass Fire Rages Across Northern California, Burning Thousands Of Acres

September 30, 2020

Flames have engulfed nearly 50,000 acres of land, prompting the evacuation of more than 8,000 residents of Santa Rosa, Calif., according to Mayor Tom Schwedhelm.

Politics

Senate Approves Spending Stopgap, Hours Ahead of Shutdown Deadline

September 30, 2020

The legislation passed hours before current funding levels are set to expire. With government funding resolved it's unclear whether both chambers can come together on a coronavirus relief package.

The Coronavirus Crisis

Trump Often Gives 'Complete Opposite' Of Health Experts' Advice, Former Staffer Says

September 30, 2020

Olivia Troye, who worked for Vice President Pence for two years, recently resigned from the Trump administration's coronavirus task force.

National

Man Charged In Shooting Of 2 L.A. Sheriff's Deputies

September 30, 2020

Deonte Lee Murray, 36, was already in custody after a car-jacking earlier in September. Detectives say they tied Murray to the shooting using surveillance footage and forensic evidence.

Elections

Trump On Defensive Over White Supremacist Group After Debate Comments

September 30, 2020

President Trump attempted to walk back his comments about the Proud Boys, a right-wing group he declined to disavow in Tuesday night's presidential debate. Some GOP lawmakers urged him to clarify.

Coronavirus Live Updates

NFL Postpones 1st Game Due To COVID-19 Pandemic Following Tennessee Titans Outbreak

September 30, 2020

Sunday's game will be delayed until Monday or Tuesday. This comes after four players and five staff members reportedly contracted COVID-19.

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