What you need to know to become a teacher in CaliforniaSeptember 18, 2022The teacher shortage prompted California lawmakers to ease testing requirements, waive exam fees and begin new programs to recruit and retain teachers.
Voters push to take local redistricting from politiciansSeptember 18, 2022Through legislation and lawsuits, voters are trying to take redistricting power away from local politicians. Bills before Gov. Newsom would require independent commissions in Fresno, Kern and Riverside counties.
California lifts vaccine mandate for school staffSeptember 17, 2022State Public Health Officer Dr. Tomás Aragón rescinded a public health order requiring that all school employees show proof of vaccination or be tested at least weekly. The new policy is effective Sept. 17.
State GovernmentWage theft whack-a-mole: California workers win judgments against bosses but still don’t get paidSeptember 17, 2022Five years after workers win wage theft claims, state records show only 1 in 7 were paid their judgments in full. Some companies appealed or ignored court judgments.
State GovernmentBig change for big rigs: California unveils mandate to phase out diesel trucksSeptember 17, 2022In another worldwide first, California would require new trucks to be zero-emissions in 2040. Large companies would gradually convert fleets. Truckers worry about the costs and practicality of electric trucks.
EnvironmentAs Mosquito Fire grows to largest in California this year, firefighters prepare for weekend stormSeptember 16, 2022 | Claire Morgan | Andrew Nixon | Emily Zentner | Vicki Gonzalez | Manola SecairaCal Fire officials described the changing conditions as a “mixed blessing,” with the potential for rain but also for strong winds.
Mosquito Fire evacuations force thousands to seek temporary shelter. What resources are available to them?September 16, 2022 | Janelle SalangaFire officials have issued evacuation orders and warnings for areas in both Placer and El Dorado counties, and while repopulation has started for thousands, over 7,000 are still waiting out the blaze.
State GovernmentNewsom launched an abortion resources website then promoted it with billboards in seven red statesSeptember 15, 2022 | Nicole NixonTwo days after announcing the state had launched the website, Newsom’s gubernatorial re-election campaign put up billboards in seven Republican-led states to advertise the new site and criticize their governors for restricting abortion.
Health CareSo you haven't caught COVID yet. Does that mean you're a superdodger?September 14, 2022A new study suggests that. yes, there are superdodgers. But explaining why they've been able to avoid the virus is a bit complicated.
State GovernmentNewsom signs CARE Court bill, paving way for court-ordered treatment plansSeptember 14, 2022 | Nicole Nixon | Chris NicholsSupporters say the plan could help fix California’s broken mental health system, while opponents say compelling treatment violates civil rights and will put too much of a burden on counties.