Lightning Strikes Spare Northern California On Monday But More Thunderstorms, Hazardous Smoke Still On HorizonAugust 24, 2020 | Chris Hagan | Nick MillerCalifornia got another round of lightning storms on Sunday, which could extend until Tuesday, even as local health officials caution that unhealthy smoke from current fires could stay into next week.
A Collision Of Crises: Central Valley Suffers Searing Heat, Smoke And Virus Hot SpotsAugust 23, 2020The dangerous trio has Californians unable to escape unhealthful air and reluctant to leave home.
'The Worst Is Not Behind Us': California Wildfires Continue To BurnAugust 22, 2020The state is seeing some of the worst wildfires in its history. At least six people have died and over 100,000 face evacuation orders as the fires show no sign of letting up.
With Smoke Overhead, Farmworkers Hit By COVID-19 Work Through Compounding CrisesAugust 21, 2020 | Sarah Mizes-TanFarmworkers, many of whom are undocumented immigrants, have suffered from the COVID-19 pandemic and may now suffer from wildfire smoke exposure.
Vea dónde están sucediendo los incendios en CaliforniaAugust 21, 2020El mapa muestra la ubicación y algunos perímetros de donde están sucediendo incendios en California.
State GovernmentCalifornia ‘Not Out Of The Woods’ As Wildfires Incinerate Acreage The Size Of Rhode IslandAugust 21, 2020 | Nicole NixonCalifornia officials say the state is “not out of the woods yet” as firefighters continue to battle massive blazes that have so far killed at least five people and torched more than 771,000 acres — roughly the area of Rhode Island.
Business Journal: Sacramento Region Housing Market ImprovingAugust 21, 2020 | Steve MilneLocal home sales declined significantly in March and April, but it appears things are back on track, according to new data. Sacramento Business Journal Digital Editor Sonya Sorich talks about this and more with CapRadio host Steve Milne. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Fact Check: Biden's Address To The DNC, AnnotatedAugust 21, 2020Joe Biden formally accepted the Democratic Party's nomination for president on Thursday, Day 4 of the convention. NPR reporters provided live analysis of his remarks.
California Counties Ravaged By Golden State Killer Still Struggle To Solve RapesAugust 21, 2020The 10 California counties where the Golden State Killer perpetrated sexual violence struggle to find justice for rape survivors decades later, including Sacramento County, where less than 20% of cases are resolved.
Golden State Killer’s Victims Are Getting Their Day In Court. But For Many Sexual Assault Survivors, Closure Is Not A RealityAugust 21, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaSeeing a perpetrator locked away can help sexual assault survivors regain a sense of safety. But for victims whose assailants are never captured, healing can be a lifelong journey.
Health CareThe Air Is Full Of Dangerous Wildfire Smoke And Viral Particles. What’s The Best Protection For Your Health?August 20, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaWildfire smoke, high temperatures and COVID-19 are posing concurrent health threats to Californians. Experts have advice on what to do, and in what protection.
California Wildfire Evacuees Anxiously Wait To Return And Learn What's LeftAugust 20, 2020 | Ezra David RomeroMore than 100 homes and businesses were burned in the cluster of fires in the coastal range near Vacaville. Many of the people who rushed away in the middle of the night are still waiting to return home. Here are four of their stories. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
See Where Wildfires Are Burning in CaliforniaAugust 20, 2020The map below shows the location and some perimeters of fires currently burning in California. Updated hourly, the map is based on data from local, state and federal agencies.
Health CareWildfire Smoke Poses Greatest Risk to Low-Income Residents, People of Color, Experts SayAugust 20, 2020 | Sarah Mizes-TanThey are more likely to already be living in heavily polluted areas and to have pre-existing health conditions.
Northern Nevada Schools Deal With Smoke From California Fires While Balancing COVID-19 RestrictionsAugust 20, 2020 | Bert JohnsonDense smoke from wildfires in California forced Washoe County schools to close Thursday. Meanwhile, lightning strikes started additional fires in rural Northern Nevada.
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.
