State GovernmentCalifornia Secures 200 Million Masks A Month In ‘Big Bold Bet’April 8, 2020 | Nick MillerGov. Gavin Newsom said the state’s strategy to purchase more personal protective equipment for health workers and others on the frontlines of the COVID-19 crisis is ‘bearing fruit.’
Bernie Sanders Is Suspending His Presidential CampaignApril 8, 2020The Vermont senator is exiting the 2020 race, bowing to the commanding delegate lead that former Vice President Joe Biden has established.
Health CareStress During COVID-19 Can Affect Your Dog or Cat. Here’s What You Can Do.April 8, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaLocal trainers say they’re getting calls from owners whose pets are acting strangely during the stay-at-home order.
Can A School District Implement Online Learning Without The Blessing Of Its Teachers Union?April 8, 2020 | Bob MoffittWhile many districts in California have worked with teachers unions to plan for online learning, the Yuba City Teachers Association says its district is breaking the law. Yuba City Unified says it has the right to respond to stay-at-home orders.
ClassicalNew Classical Tracks: Composer Ludovico Einaudi Turns Daily Walk Into Seven-Part Musical JourneyApril 8, 2020This week on New Classical Tracks, Italian composer Ludovico Einaudi discusses the experiences that inspired his ambitious new project, 'Seven Days Walking.'
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCalifornia Property Tax Deadline ImplicationsApril 8, 2020California property tax payments are due April 10, and Gov. Newsom has no plans to delay the deadline. We check in with a few counties in the region. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezFinancial Implications Of The Coronavirus OutbreakApril 8, 2020Stimulus checks are supposed to be on their way to millions of Americans, while many small businesses are still in need of more federal relief. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezNext Generation Jazz Festival Shifts OnlineApril 8, 2020Young musicians are performing and competing as scheduled in the 50th Annual Next Generation Jazz Festival, but it’s happening online. We take a look. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Passover Celebrations Take Shape Differently To Work Around The CoronavirusApril 7, 2020Social distancing is preventing families from gathering for the traditional Seder, so this year Passover will be different. Many Jews are planning virtual celebrations.
State GovernmentCalifornia Gov. Newsom On His State's Ongoing Pandemic PreparationsApril 7, 2020NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with California Gov. Gavin Newsom about how his state is addressing the coronavirus pandemic.
All Sacramento County Regional Parks — Not Trails — Closed To The Public Easter WeekendApril 7, 2020 | Ezra David RomeroOfficials say it's a proactive measure to limit public use during a holiday weekend known for big gatherings in parks.
Sacramento-Region Churches Tweaking Easter Customs With 21st Century Response To CoronavirusApril 7, 2020 | Bob MoffittEaster’s coming up and many people are wondering how they’re going to take part in religious services when the doors to their local church are closed. Many local churches are entering the digital age in order to be there for their parishioners.
Sacramento County Extends Stay-At-Home Order To May 1, Adds New RestrictionsApril 7, 2020 | Chris HaganSacramento County is extending its stay-at-home order until May 1 and adding new restrictions for residents and businesses, health officials announced Tuesday.
Trump Touts Administration's Pandemic HandlingApril 7, 2020The White House has shaken up its communications team, and President Trump demoted the inspector general who was overseeing the $2 trillion economic relief package.
State GovernmentNewsom Says California Is Bending Coronavirus Curve In The Right Direction — But It’s Also 'Stretching'April 7, 2020Gov. Gavin Newsom said Tuesday that models show California's peak of COVID-19 hospitalizations could be moving into May. Still, he said that only reinforces the importance of residents continuing to stay at home.
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.
