Health CareUndocumented Seniors Are Vulnerable During The Pandemic. Will California’s Budget Give Them Health Care?April 9, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaIn his January budget proposal, Gov. Gavin Newsom included roughly $80 million to expand Medi-Cal to undocumented seniors. He’s now reconsidering that idea in light of COVID-19. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Trump Says Oil Producers 'Close To A Deal' To Stabilize CostApril 9, 2020At Thursday's White House Coronavirus Task Force briefing, Trump addressed questions about when, and how, the country could reopen.
EnvironmentCalifornia Issues First Fracking Permits In Nine Months. But COVID-19 Makes It Even More Complicated.April 9, 2020 | Ezra David RomeroFor the first time since July, California oil and gas regulators have approved permits for fracking. That alarms some residents already dealing with health issues, but the oil industry says this is helping it as the COVID-19 crisis continues. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Announces Support, Discounted Hotels For Health Care ‘Heroes’ During PandemicApril 9, 2020 | Nicole Nixon | Scott RoddConfirmed cases in California have climbed past 18,000, but the state saw a slight reduction in ICU patients Thursday.
See Sacramento County’s COVID-19 Cases By ZIP CodeApril 9, 2020Sacramento County has released a breakdown of the county’s COVID-19 cases by ZIP code. Here’s the map where you can check them out.
State GovernmentNo Politics As Usual For Newsom, Trump During PandemicApril 9, 2020 | Nicole NixonGov. Gavin Newsom and President Donald Trump have ditched their regular politics during the coronavirus crisis. Newsom’s recent unexpected praise for Trump could be a strategy to ensure the state gets the help it needs, says one political strategist. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezLatest On Coronavirus Pandemic, Campus ImpactApril 9, 2020Gov. Newsom’s new request for personal protective equipment funding for health care workers, and the impact of the coronavirus on college campuses. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezHow Higher Education Is Adjusting To CoronavirusApril 9, 2020From UC Davis to Sacramento State and Chico State, learning continues from a distance. We hear about the different approaches. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezConnecting With Family Online For The HolidaysApril 9, 2020Heading into a holiday weekend amidst the coronavirus pandemic, we take a look at how to connect online with family and friends. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Some Fishing Added To The List Of Unessential Activities During Stay-At-HomeApril 8, 2020 | Bob MoffittIn an effort to halt the spread of the coronavirus, local governments in California are taking steps to restrict or halt fishing, including requests to the state to postpone some fishing seasons.
How Safe Is It To Eat Takeout?April 8, 2020With fear of infection on our minds these days, it's easy to get panicky about everyday choices. Infectious disease and food safety experts weigh in on ordering dinner to go.
California’s Independent Contractors Should Not Apply For Federal Jobless Benefits Yet, State Employment Agency SaysApril 8, 2020 | Chris NicholsThe agency received federal guidance this week for how to make the relief funds available, but has struggled to get the complex new program started.
Health CareThink You’re Eating More During The Stay-At-Home Orders? Experts Do, Too.April 8, 2020 | Randol WhiteA higher-than-normal production of stress chemicals signals the brain to crave foods high in fats and sugars, leading us to devour more comfort foods as we shelter in place. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento City, County Leaders Approve $15 Million Plan To Keep COVID-19 From Spreading In Homeless PopulationApril 8, 2020 | Chris NicholsThe joint city-county plan focuses on keeping existing homeless shelters safe and opening hundreds of motel rooms for those who are infected or most at risk.
Health Experts Show Cautious Optimism As Economic Relief Debate EscalatesApril 8, 2020President Trump and congressional Democrats are haggling over the size of the next bill designed to help Americans through the crisis The White House has scheduled a briefing for 5 p.m. ET.
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.
