A Deeper Understanding Of The COVID-19 CrisisJuly 13, 2020 | Joe BarrCapRadio and Valley Vision are partnering on a poll examining how Sacramento-area residents are experiencing and responding to the COVID-19 crisis. CapRadio Chief Content Officer Joe Barr explains how it will inform reporting over the coming months.
Should The State Investigate Local Police Shootings? California Rethinks Its ResistanceJuly 12, 2020If this state is the nation’s laboratory for progressive laws, why has it been unable to keep the police from policing themselves?
Some California Schools Delay In-Person Classes As Coronavirus SurgesJuly 11, 2020Schools across the state aren’t sure they can come up with procedures — and the money to implement them — to keep kids safe before class is scheduled to begin this fall.
To Confront COVID-19 Budget Crisis, Nevada Legislators Consider Cuts While Advocates Call For ReformJuly 10, 2020 | Bert JohnsonState lawmakers meet for a special session to address $1.2 billion in budget shortfalls, reviewing deep cuts to state services. But advocates and community members urge revenue raising and police reform.
California To Release Thousands Of Inmates Early As Coronavirus Rips Through Prison SystemJuly 10, 2020 | Nicole NixonThe state corrections department announced roughly 8,000 nonviolent offenders could gain early release in the coming weeks under guidelines approved by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
California Lawmaker Makes ‘Oversimplified, Untrue’ Claim About COVID-19 And Lack Of Risk To ChildrenJuly 10, 2020 | Chris NicholsContrary to the claim by state Sen. Melissa Melendez, there are studies that show children can be at risk of COVID-19 even if the risk is less than that for adults.
EnvironmentThe More Electric Uber And Lyft Cars There Are The More The Climate Benefits, Researchers SuggestJuly 10, 2020 | Ezra David RomeroIf an electric car is used for ride-hailing services it could have three times the climate benefits of a personally owned electric car. That’s because these cars are really efficient, among other reasons UC Davis researchers recently found.
Business Journal: Federal COVID-19 Relief Program Boosts Some Sacramento CompaniesJuly 10, 2020 | Steve MilneNew numbers show how much help Sacramento area businesses are getting from the Paycheck Protection Program, the federal government's biggest initiative to assist small businesses through the coronavirus pandemic. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Has No Clear Use-Of-Force Standard For Security Guards. Regulators Say That Leaves Their Hands Tied.July 10, 2020 | Scott RoddA federal lawsuit alleges a man died after private security at the Golden 1 Center kneeled on his neck for more than four minutes. Experts say vague regulations make it hard to punish guards for using excessive force in California.
Health CareSacramento Communities Already Struggling To Access Testing Say Temporary County Site Closures Were 'A Heavy Blow'July 9, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaSacramento community organizations worry the gap in COVID-19 testing availability this week, and the ongoing closure of one walk-up site, will exacerbate an already dire need for testing in underserved communities. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNewsom Says CalFire ‘Up To The Task’ For Fire Season, As State Reports Record Coronavirus DeathsJuly 9, 2020 | Chris NicholsNewsom says funding for new personnel and helicopters will help, while fire officials say there will be new safety measures during evacuations due to COVID-19. The news comes as California reported its deadliest day during the pandemic.
Pets In Need Delivers Medical Aid To Stockton AnimalsJuly 9, 2020 | Rich IbarraPets in Need operates out of a 38-foot RV and offers free veterinary care mostly aimed at homeless people.
Health CareFresno Nurse Died Of COVID-19 As Coronavirus Safety Complaints Piled Up Against KaiserJuly 9, 2020 | Scott RoddThe California Nurses Association says Kaiser Permanente bears responsibility for the death of a nurse in Fresno after failing to provide adequate protective equipment. Kaiser denies this, claiming it has provided necessary protective gear.
UC Will Sue Trump Administration Over New International Student Visa RulesJuly 9, 2020The lawsuit challenges new visa guidelines that would force international students to leave the United States if they are enrolled in a college or academic program that only offers courses online.
California Attorney General Releases Second Report On Sacramento Police Use Of Force PoliciesJuly 8, 2020 | Scott RoddAttorney General Xavier Becerra released his second round of recommendations for improvements to the Sacramento Police Department’s use of force policies.
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.
