News Archive

State Government

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.

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.

State Government

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.

Environment

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.

Arts and Lifestyle

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.

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.

State Government

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.