State GovernmentCalifornia Health Officials Provide More Details On New Tiered Reopening PlanSeptember 1, 2020California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly said the new system will move counties more slowly through reopening, based on lessons learned during the summer.
Foster Farms Processing Plant In California Ordered To Shut Down Over COVID-19 OutbreakSeptember 1, 2020At least 358 employees have tested positive, and eight employees have died due to the coronavirus, according to a letter obtained from the Merced County Health Department.
Ten New Marijuana Dispensaries Could Change The Look Of A Mostly White Industry In SacramentoSeptember 1, 2020 | Sarah Mizes-TanSacramento has 30 storefront marijuana dispensaries, less than five of which are minority-owned and none are owned by African Americans. That could change as city council is set to vote on approving new retail licenses for marijuana businesses.
State GovernmentAnalysis: How Renters, Landlords And Banks Fared In The Eviction CompromiseSeptember 1, 2020A compromise to prevent feared eviction tsunami passes Legislature with little time to spare.
Instagram Posts Make False Claim California Voters Will Be ‘Turned Away’ From Polls Due To Mail-In VotingSeptember 1, 2020 | Chris NicholsAll active registered voters in California will receive a mail-in ballot. But they won’t be turned away from a polling place if they bring those to a polling place or even if they forget their ballot.
EnvironmentCoastal Fog — Or The Lack Of It — Could Be A Wildfire RiskSeptember 1, 2020 | Ezra David RomeroResearchers say coastal fog is thinning out because of climate change — and that could lead to increased fire risk.
ClassicalEar To Ear: Around The World In Six SongsSeptember 1, 2020 | Jennifer ReasonWhile summer is often a time for music festivals, this year there was no musical travel to be had. CapRadio's Jennifer Reason decided instead to take a tour of some of her favorite pieces connected to memories of her previous travels.
JazzEar To Ear: Jazz Music Of Resistance, Change, Revolution And LoveSeptember 1, 2020 | Gary G. VercelliIn our current era of political turmoil, pandemic and the fight for racial justice, many songs of protest, struggle, hope and resistance that were written decades ago feel just as relevant today as when they were written.
State GovernmentHere’s What California Lawmakers Did On Their Last Day Of SessionSeptember 1, 2020 | Nicole Nixon | Scott RoddThe end of California’s legislative session was beleaguered by COVID-19, wildfires, a tanked economy and a looming eviction crisis. Tempers also flared Monday night. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Racial Justice Advocates In Sacramento Argue All Protests — Even Antifa Demonstrations — Are NecessaryAugust 31, 2020 | Nick Miller | Sarah Mizes-TanTensions are rising in the region and across the country as demonstrations involve more confrontations and vandalism. But advocates and experts on social movements say that the base of support for racial justice is still growing.
ClassicalInterview: Composer Aida Shirazi On Music, Success And Her Iranian UpbringingAugust 31, 2020 | Jennifer ReasonIranian composer Aida Shirazi came to the U.S. to pursue a Ph.D in composition at UC Davis and has been getting a lot of national attention of late. She spoke with CapRadio about her music, her upbringing and the secrets to a successful music career. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Catholics Embrace Outdoor Worship — Even In A Downtown Sacramento AlleyAugust 31, 2020 | Pauline BartoloneBut since July, when the state issued a ban on indoor religious services in many counties to stop the spread of the coronavirus, the strip of Jazz Alley has been a place for worship. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentHere Are Bills To Watch On Final Day Of California’s Legislative SessionAugust 31, 2020 | Nicole Nixon | Scott RoddThe end of this year’s legislative session is even more hectic than usual, as lawmakers try to make up for lost time at the Capitol due to COVID-19.
State GovernmentGoodbye ‘Banana Smash’ Cigarillos: Governor Quickly Signs Bill To Ban Flavored TobaccoAugust 29, 2020The new law, aimed at keeping flavored tobacco products away from youth, was cast by opponents as being discriminatory against African American smokers who favor menthol cigarettes.
State GovernmentNewsom, Lawmakers Strike Pandemic Eviction Deal. Here’s What You Need To KnowAugust 28, 2020The proposed deal has some eviction protection provisions for tenants, but no rent forgiveness. Proponents of the bill insist that it’s a stopgap measure meant to help Californians in need until — they hope — federal aid comes through.
Business Journal: Despite Pandemic, Large Sports Bar Plans To Open In Sacramento’s Downtown Commons This FallFebruary 27, 2021It 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.
Business Journal: New Industrial Development Coming Soon To North NatomasFebruary 12, 2021As the coronavirus pandemic has kept people indoors, many have turned to shopping online as a way to stay safe. According to the Sacramento Business Journal, the industrial sector is booming in Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Sears Is Closing In Arden Fair Mall. What’s Next? It’s Still UnclearFebruary 5, 2021In their announcement, Arden Fair representatives said they've known this day was coming for more than five years. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: The Future Of Office Space In Sacramento In A Post-Coronavirus WorldJanuary 29, 2021Sacramento’s market for office space has declined for the first year in nearly a decade as the coronavirus pandemic has radically changed the way people work. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Some Sacramento-Area Restaurants Are Surviving The PandemicJanuary 22, 2021With the shifting coronavirus restrictions in California, many local restaurants have had to make the hard decision to close over the past year. But some have survived due to support from the community. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
