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July 1, 2022
Faith leaders urge Sacramento to stop towing vehicles used as shelter by homeless people
The City Council in December rejected Mayor Darrell Steinberg’s call to end the towing policy if residents did not have a place to relocate and find shelter.
Sacramento County primary election results are final. November election races are now set.
Here's a look at the key races in Sacramento County's 2022 primary election, including who will be moving to the November general election, and who won their seats outright.
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July 1, 2022
Still testing positive after day 10? How to decide when to end your COVID isolation
Nobody wants to infect their friends and friendly, but do you really have to keep isolating at day 12, 13 or beyond? Unfortunately — and perhaps unsurprisingly — the science is not entirely settled.
July 1, 2022
Northern California wildfires: Where to find updates on air quality, evacuations, and official information
Here’s a list of resources to track the latest information on the wildfires burning throughout Northern California.
June 30, 2022
Deal pulls California plastic trash measure from ballot
A bill negotiated by environmentalists, the plastics industry and lawmakers is keeping a California recycling measure off the ballot.
June 30, 2022
A California beach was seized from Black owners in 1924. Their family just got it back
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted on Tuesday to return the land to the Willa and Charles Bruce's great grandsons.
June 30, 2022
As states ban abortion, Californians open their arms and wallets
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.
June 30, 2022
California’s change to concealed carry permits would reduce wide variations among counties
Responding to a U.S. Supreme Court ruling last week, California legislators push a bill to fix rules on concealed carry permits.
What the Supreme Court ruling means for the EPA's ability to fight climate change
A climate law expert explains what the Supreme Court ruling means for the EPA’s future plans to cut carbon emissions.
June 30, 2022
Homeless Sacramento residents could face misdemeanor for blocking sidewalks under city proposal
A City Council member said the proposal can ensure safe walkways, but opponents say it further criminalizes homelessness.
NPR Top Stories
What's Making Us Happy: Recommendations From 'Pop Culture Happy Hour'
What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend reading, listening and viewing
July 1, 2022
Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: The Valet on Hulu, watching wrestling, and a playlist crafted for the perfect summer vibe.
Russia-Ukraine recap
Russia-Ukraine war: What happened today (July 1)
July 1, 2022
A roundup of key developments and the latest in-depth coverage of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
National
Driver in the San Antonio tragedy didn't know the truck's AC failed, complaint says
July 1, 2022
The suspected driver of the truck packed with migrants, including 53 who died earlier this week in San Antonio, was unaware that the air conditioning unit had failed, according to court documents.
Goats and Soda
Coronavirus FAQ: Can I get COVID outdoors? (With printable poster on how to cut risks)
July 1, 2022
We've heard for months that chances of catching SARS-CoV-2 outdoors are far less than indoors. Is that still true with highly contagious omicron strains? And if it is, what can you do to stay safe?
Environment
The EPA prepares for its 'counterpunch' after the Supreme Court ruling
July 1, 2022
The Supreme Court's ruling that curbs the power of the EPA will slow its ability to respond to the climate crisis, but "does not take the EPA out of the game," according to its administrator.
Television
'Stranger Things' season finale succeeds by leaning into excess
July 1, 2022
The characters' relationships develop and they face an array of surprises and complications in the bustling storyline that closes the fourth season.
World
India begins to ban single-use plastics including cups and straws
July 1, 2022
Other items like water or soda bottles or snack bags aren't banned yet. But the government has set targets for manufacturers to be responsible for recycling or disposing of them after their use.
Health
New monkeypox cases have tripled in Europe since June 15, the WHO regional chief says
July 1, 2022
The monkeypox outbreak is expanding, and Europe is at its center, says Dr. Hans Kluge.
Europe
UNESCO declares borsch cooking an endangered Ukrainian heritage
July 1, 2022
Ukraine's culture minister declared victory in "the war for borsch" as Russia also claims the hearty beet soup. UNESCO says the invasion threatens Ukraine's borsch culture with "extreme urgency."
Obituaries
Fans are saddened over the death of Technoblade, a popular Minecraft YouTuber
July 1, 2022
Technoblade, whose real name is Alex, reached millions with his Minecraft video playthroughs on YouTube. His fans and family remember the 23-year-old beyond just his online content.
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