Nevada To Begin Phased Reopening With Help From Counties, But Still Lacks Contact TracersMay 1, 2020 | Bert JohnsonGov. Steve Sisolak says the state will roll back COVID-19 restrictions in phases after May 15. But before it does, it needs to see infection rates continue to decline and increase contact tracing capacity.
Sacramento Deploying Wi-Fi Hotspot Buses To Provide Access In 'Digital Deserts' During Stay-At-HomeMay 1, 2020 | Sarah Mizes-TanCity officials hope the buses can alleviate some need for WiFi in underserved areas as more schools and jobs move online.
State GovernmentCalifornia Could Be ‘Many Days, Not Weeks’ From Modifications To Stay-At-Home OrderMay 1, 2020 | Chris HaganNewsom said some changes could come as soon as next week, but did not provide specifics on what those may be. The announcement came as demonstrators protested at the Capitol.
State GovernmentHow Coronavirus Is Busting California’s $187 Million Census CampaignMay 1, 2020Despite investing more than any other state, California's response rate is off more than 10% from the final 2010 count. Even with extensions, there’s a possibility for a record low turnout that would sink the state's $187 million investment.
Business Journal: Sunrise Mall Owner Buys Macy's PropertyMay 1, 2020 | Steve MilneEfforts to redevelop Sunrise Mall in Citrus Heights may be progressing. The mall's owner has purchased a Macy's store at the site. The Sacramento Business Journal's Sonya Sorich has the details. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Counties Are Taking Varied Approaches To Beaches, Parks As Restrictions Begin To EaseApril 30, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaPublic health experts say whether people can hit the beach comes down to how crowded a given beach is. When people are less than six feet from one another, the virus can easily spread through droplets in the air.
EnvironmentCalifornia's Green New Deal Likely To Be Sidelined By COVID-19; Lawmakers Hope To Salvage Its GoalsApril 30, 2020 | Ezra David RomeroCalifornia’s bold Green New Deal could be severely scaled down or sidelined until next year due to the pandemic. But some lawmakers and advocates say there’s an important COVID-19 connection to the legislation.
El Dorado Cafe Owner Says Eviction Notices Are Forcing Her To Violate State Order To Remain ClosedApril 30, 2020 | Bob MoffittThe owner of an 11-seat café in the small town of El Dorado says she has no outside seating, a mounting stack of bills, and now two eviction notices. She plans to open her doors to the public at 8 a.m. Friday.
Yolo County Permits Drive-In Religious Services, Construction And More Sports Under Extended COVID-19 OrderApril 30, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaThe new Yolo order will be in place until May 31.
CapRadio ReadsWhat to Read-Go SouthApril 30, 2020Donna Apidone Uses Books to Cross State Lines During the Coronavirus Pandemic Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentAfter Reports Of Possible Statewide Action, Newsom Closes All Orange County BeachesApril 30, 2020 | Nicole NixonGov. Gavin Newsom has criticized Southern California beachgoers for not practicing physical distancing, but local officials say the “vast majority” of beachgoers have been. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento’s New Budget Says It Can Balance Nearly $90 Million Shortfall Without Cuts Or LayoffsApril 30, 2020 | Sarah Mizes-TanCity officials recognize that the budget is fluid and could evolve as the pandemic continues to affect local businesses and residents.
EnvironmentCalifornia Electric Trucks Standard is First of its Kind; Pandemic Leads Trucking Industry to Question its ViabilityApril 30, 2020 | Ezra David RomeroA new proposal could mean 300,000 zero-emission trucks on California’s roads by 2035. It’s being applauded by environmentalists, but some in the trucking industry want state leaders to relax climate standards due to the pandemic.
Calif. Governor Expected To Order Closure Of All Beaches And State ParksApril 30, 2020After large crowds cooled off along the shoreline last weekend, Gov. Gavin Newsom warned that type of behavior would put the state's progress battling the coronavirus in jeopardy.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezDifference Between The Flu And COVID-19April 30, 2020Distinguishing between the flu and COVID-19, and why it matters. The State Superintendent also joins us on the possibility of an early start to the school year. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
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.
