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Racial Justice Advocates In Sacramento Argue All Protests — Even Antifa Demonstrations — Are Necessary

August 31, 2020 | Nick Miller | Sarah Mizes-Tan

Tensions are rising in the region and across the country as demonstrations involve more confrontations and vandalism. But advocates and experts on social movements say that the base of support for racial justice is still growing.

California Catholics Embrace Outdoor Worship — Even In A Downtown Sacramento Alley

August 31, 2020 | Pauline Bartolone

But since July, when the state issued a ban on indoor religious services in many counties to stop the spread of the coronavirus, the strip of Jazz Alley has been a place for worship.

State Government

Here Are Bills To Watch On Final Day Of California’s Legislative Session

August 31, 2020 | Scott Rodd | Nicole Nixon

The end of this year’s legislative session is even more hectic than usual, as lawmakers try to make up for lost time at the Capitol due to COVID-19.

State Government

Goodbye ‘Banana Smash’ Cigarillos: Governor Quickly Signs Bill To Ban Flavored Tobacco

August 29, 2020

The new law, aimed at keeping flavored tobacco products away from youth, was cast by opponents as being discriminatory against African American smokers who favor menthol cigarettes.

State Government

Newsom, Lawmakers Strike Pandemic Eviction Deal. Here’s What You Need To Know

August 28, 2020

The proposed deal has some eviction protection provisions for tenants, but no rent forgiveness. Proponents of the bill insist that it’s a stopgap measure meant to help Californians in need until — they hope — federal aid comes through.

Business

Business Journal: Sacramento Short Revenue For Bond Payments

August 28, 2020 | Steve Milne

The city of Sacramento could be short of the revenue it needs to make payments on bonds for two major projects. Adam Steinhauer, editor-in-chief of the Sacramento Business Journal, spoke with CapRadio's Steve Milne about what this means for the city.

State Government

California Announces New COVID-19 Reopening Plan

August 28, 2020

The new system puts California’s 58 counties into four tiers based on the number of new daily cases and the percentage of positive tests.

Black Moms Promote Breastfeeding, Highlight COVID-19 Challenges

August 28, 2020 | Sammy Caiola

Health officials say it’s safe for mothers to breastfeed, even if they’ve tested positive for COVID-19 or been exposed. But lactation advocates worry confusion during the pandemic is making Black and brown women less likely to try it.

PolitiFact California

Yes, Trump Said He Offered Russia Help With Wildfires. No, He Didn’t Deny California Fire Assistance.

August 28, 2020 | Chris Nichols

A widely-shared Facebook post claims President Trump denied fire aid to California but helped Russia fight wildfires in Siberia. While Trump said he would withhold fire assistance to the state, the White House approved assistance days later.

Thousands Gather For March On Washington To Demand Police Reform and Racial Equality

August 28, 2020

The "Get Your Knee Off Our Necks" march comes as frustration over police brutality and use of force have sparked national protests following the Memorial Day killing of George Floyd.