Mandate Diversity? California Bill Would Ban All-White Corporate Boards
August 5, 2020
A bill in the state legislature aims to require people of color in the boardroom. Some say it’s unconstitutional, others say it is necessary to ensure diversity.
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'Strong Mayor' Headed To Ballot Again In Sacramento. Here's How It Might Impact Your Everyday Life.
August 4, 2020 | Sarah Mizes-Tan
Experts say concentrating power with one individual can create rapid change, but depending on who’s in office, it can also be dangerous for some neighborhoods.
California Unveils Waiver For Elementary Students To Return To Class
August 4, 2020 | Nicole Nixon
Some school districts can apply for a waiver even if their county is on the state’s monitoring list, though more than a dozen counties are stuck with remote learning for now.
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Climate Change Could Lead To More Incidents Like The Oroville Dam Spillway Failures, Experts Warn
August 4, 2020 | Ezra David Romero
Climate events that led to mass evacuations in the wake of the Oroville Dam spillway failure in 2017, could result in similar disasters in the future.
Nevada Says It Needs More Federal Aid To Survive Economic Effects Of COVID-19
August 4, 2020 | Bert Johnson
Nevada's two main sources of state revenue — sales tax and taxes on casino winnings — both depend heavily on tourism, which has been majorly impacted by COVID-19. The state is facing a $1.2 billion budget shortfall.
Watch: California Health Officials COVID-19 Update For August 4
August 4, 2020
Watch at 12 p.m. as California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly hosts a video conference to provide an update on COVID-19 in California.
How COVID-19 Has Impacted Income Inequality In Nevada
August 4, 2020 | Bert Johnson
The pandemic has upended the tourism industry, resulting in record high unemployment and a huge gap in the state’s budget. Here’s a look at how we got here, and what’s next for Nevada’s economy.
'Go On Medi-Cal To Get That': Why Californians With Mental Illness Are Dropping Private Insurance To Get Taxpayer-Funded Treatment
August 4, 2020
In dozens of interviews, families, attorneys, judges, therapists and public officials agree: People with serious mental illnesses often do better dropping private insurance and qualifying for taxpayer-funded treatment.
Announcing The Winner Of The 2020 Tiny Desk Contest
August 4, 2020
This year's Tiny Desk Contest was truly like no other. Our winner stood out from the over 6,000 entries with a song about slowing down and enjoying life that captivated our judges.
In Rural California, Some Students Resort To Distance Learning In Parking Lots Near WiFi Connections
August 4, 2020
Spotty cell phone coverage and challenging internet access has made schoolwork extra challenging in places like Plumas and Sierra counties.
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