Health CareNew California Law Makes It Easier to Get Care for Mental Health and Substance AbuseFebruary 28, 2021New California law requires state-regulated commercial health plans to use nationally recognized clinical standards established by nonprofit associations of clinical specialists to determine which mental health and addiction treatments they’ll cover.
BusinessBusiness Journal: Despite Pandemic, Large Sports Bar Plans To Open In Sacramento’s Downtown Commons This FallFebruary 27, 2021 | Mike HagertyIt marks a sign of optimism for downtown Sacramento after a year of pandemic-related challenges. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
‘I Feel Your Frustration’: In Podcast, State Surgeon General Gets Personal About PandemicFebruary 27, 2021California’s first surgeon general, Nadine Burke Harris, didn’t flinch from acknowledging the challenges the state faces as it nears the one-year anniversary of a coronavirus pandemic that upended life as we knew it. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentAir Board Tells San Joaquin Valley Growers To Phase Out Burns By 2025February 27, 2021Valley residents have waited more than a decade for the end of burns at vineyards and groves that spew smoke. Several board members pushed for quicker action, but the board voted to grant four more years.
EnvironmentAudit Slams State Air Board For ‘Overstating’ Greenhouse Gas CutsFebruary 27, 2021The air board’s lack of accounting threatens to derail the state’s climate change goals, the audit says. “California is in need of more reliable tools,” state auditor Elaine Howle wrote.
State GovernmentAs Blue Shield Takes Control Of California Vaccine Rollout, Some Counties Worry About DistributionFebruary 26, 2021 | Rich Ibarra | Scott Rodd | Kris HooksCalifornia’s vaccination goals depend on two things: vaccine supply and Blue Shield’s handling of distribution logistics. But the latter is already facing scrutiny from county health officials worried about delays in the system. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Billionaire Investor Backs Out Of Deal To Bring Major League Soccer Team To SacramentoFebruary 26, 2021Billionaire Ron Burkle is pulling his investment from Sacramento's Major League Soccer expansion team. The league says it will evaluate possible next steps for a team in the city. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
As Fires Worsen, A Mental Health Crisis For Those Battling ThemFebruary 26, 2021Wildfires are burning more frequently and intensely in a warming world, making them harder to put out. Some fire agencies are expanding support as they see increased cases of anxiety and depression.
Who Has The Power To Reopen California Classrooms?February 26, 2021Amid a confusing tangle of power, it’s hard to figure out who’s responsible for whether California kids will get back in their classrooms. Let’s sort that out.
California Coronavirus Updates: CDC Endorses Johnson & Johnson VaccineFebruary 26, 2021The endorsement comes a day after the Food and Drug Administration approved the vaccine for emergency use.
