Deal pulls California plastic trash measure from ballot
June 30, 2022
A bill negotiated by environmentalists, the plastics industry and lawmakers is keeping a California recycling measure off the ballot.
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At 23 years old, the volunteer-run Lavender Library continues to build community, history for LGBTQ+ Sacramentans
June 30, 2022 | Janelle Salanga
The library’s catalog is comprised solely of queer literature, films, children’s books, erotica and archival materials. Co-founder Gail Lang, a lesbian, called it a “library for our community.”
A California beach was seized from Black owners in 1924. Their family just got it back
June 30, 2022
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted on Tuesday to return the land to the Willa and Charles Bruce's great grandsons.
As states ban abortion, Californians open their arms and wallets
June 30, 2022
As numerous states have started to ban abortion in wake of the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade, volunteers in California are mobilizing to help people who want to travel to their state for care.
California’s change to concealed carry permits would reduce wide variations among counties
June 30, 2022
Responding to a U.S. Supreme Court ruling last week, California legislators push a bill to fix rules on concealed carry permits.
What the Supreme Court ruling means for the EPA's ability to fight climate change
June 30, 2022 | Manola Secaira
A climate law expert explains what the Supreme Court ruling means for the EPA’s future plans to cut carbon emissions.
Homeless Sacramento residents could face misdemeanor for blocking sidewalks under city proposal
June 30, 2022 | Kristin Lam
A City Council member said the proposal can ensure safe walkways, but opponents say it further criminalizes homelessness.
Vanessa Hua: "Forbidden City"
June 29, 2022 | Donna Apidone
Journalist and novelist Vanessa Hua takes her readers to China in historical fiction that focuses on the life of a young woman selected to become a part of Chairman Mao’s inner circle.
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California coronavirus updates: COVID-19 cases are increasing globally
June 29, 2022
The World Health Organization says the number of coronavirus cases rose by 18% in the last week, with more than 4.1 million new cases reported globally.
Let’s make a deal: What to know about the California budget
June 29, 2022
Gov. Newsom and legislative leaders agree to a record California budget that includes another round of tax rebates. Here are other highlights of the agreement, including spending for abortion access, public schools and small businesses.