State GovernmentDemocrats kill California homeless camp ban, againApril 16, 2024A bill to ban homeless encampments statewide near parks, schools and transit hubs failed to get out of the same legislative committee as last year.
State GovernmentThese Californians just got protection from big rent hikesApril 5, 2024Tenants in many new privately owned, low-income units will be protected from double-digit increases. So will some in existing units, after a state committee on affordable housing imposed a rent cap.
State GovernmentCalifornia’s most controversial housing law could get a makeoverApril 3, 2024Some of California’s top lawmakers want to clear up, but also rein in, the state’s most controversial housing statute.
State GovernmentCalifornia voters pass proposition requiring counties to spend on programs to tackle homelessnessMarch 20, 2024California voters have approved a measure that Gov. Gavin Newson says he needs to tackle the state’s homelessness crisis.
Housing and HomelessnessNew affordable housing community Cornerstone offers hope, homeownership in South SacramentoMarch 20, 2024 | Chris NicholsThe first-of-its-kind project for the Sacramento region includes bright yellow apartment buildings located directly across the street from 18 single family homes south of Lemon Hill.
Housing and HomelessnessCalifornia's proposed foster care cuts could increase homelessness, advocates sayMarch 13, 2024 | Chris NicholsGovernor Gavin Newsom has proposed cutting foster care support programs, including an increased rental subsidy and 24/7 urgent response hotline.
Sacramento RegionSacramento mayoral candidate profile: Epidemiologist Dr. Flojaune CoferFebruary 29, 2024 | Chris NicholsCofer is the only woman running among the major candidates for Sacramento mayor. She’s also the youngest at 41. Unlike her three main opponents, she’s not accepting corporate money and has never held elected office. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionSacramento mayoral candidate profile: Former state Senator Dr. Richard PanFebruary 28, 2024 | Chris NicholsPan said there’s no shortage of ideas for how to solve Sacramento’s homelessness crisis. Instead, he argues there’s a lack of follow through. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionSacramento mayoral candidate profile: Assembly member Kevin McCartyFebruary 27, 2024 | Chris NicholsMcCarty served on the Sacramento City Council from 2004 until he was elected to the state Assembly in 2014. He said finding housing for the hundreds who camp along the American River Parkway would be among his top priorities as mayor. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Housing and HomelessnessHow far can cities go to clear homeless camps? The U.S. Supreme Court will decideFebruary 20, 2024Lower courts have said it's unconstitutional to punish people for sleeping outside if no shelter is available. Cities say these rulings have paralyzed their efforts to manage growing tent encampments.
