Sacramento To Block Or Limit Traffic On Streets To Help Social-DistancingMay 2, 2020 | Randol WhiteIt’s all part of the city of Sacramento’s “slow streets” plan, which will affect residential streets throughout the city.
Newsom’s Promise To Immediately Feed Seniors Hasn’t Yet DeliveredMay 2, 2020It’s the latest example of an ambitious statewide coronavirus plan that was announced before it was ready to launch. Cities and counties were caught off-guard, even though they have to implement it.
EnvironmentCalifornia Solar Industry Loses Over 15,000 Jobs, Companies Now Reopening and RebuildingMay 1, 2020 | Ezra David RomeroThe California solar industry has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, forcing hundreds of businesses to shed or furlough an estimated 15,000 clean energy jobs.
32 Arrests At Sacramento Protest Demanding End To California’s Stay-At-Home OrderMay 1, 2020 | Nick Miller | Andrew Nixon | Scott Rodd | Bob MoffittUnlike a similar protest last month, state officials did not issue a permit for the protest, which went against Sacramento County health orders. Several people were detained, and officers eventually forced the crowd from the grounds.
Nevada To Begin Phased Reopening With Help From Counties, But Still Lacks Contact TracersMay 1, 2020 | Bert JohnsonGov. Steve Sisolak says the state will roll back COVID-19 restrictions in phases after May 15. But before it does, it needs to see infection rates continue to decline and increase contact tracing capacity.
Sacramento Deploying Wi-Fi Hotspot Buses To Provide Access In 'Digital Deserts' During Stay-At-HomeMay 1, 2020 | Sarah Mizes-TanCity officials hope the buses can alleviate some need for WiFi in underserved areas as more schools and jobs move online.
State GovernmentCalifornia Could Be ‘Many Days, Not Weeks’ From Modifications To Stay-At-Home OrderMay 1, 2020 | Chris HaganNewsom said some changes could come as soon as next week, but did not provide specifics on what those may be. The announcement came as demonstrators protested at the Capitol.
State GovernmentHow Coronavirus Is Busting California’s $187 Million Census CampaignMay 1, 2020Despite investing more than any other state, California's response rate is off more than 10% from the final 2010 count. Even with extensions, there’s a possibility for a record low turnout that would sink the state's $187 million investment.
Business Journal: Sunrise Mall Owner Buys Macy's PropertyMay 1, 2020 | Steve MilneEfforts to redevelop Sunrise Mall in Citrus Heights may be progressing. The mall's owner has purchased a Macy's store at the site. The Sacramento Business Journal's Sonya Sorich has the details. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
