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PolitiFact California

How Quickly Will Results Come In For California Recall Election?

September 13, 2021 | Chris Nichols

The first batch of results should be released shortly after the polls close at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, but that won’t tell the full story.

On Sacramento Visit, Biden Tours Wildfire Damage Before Stumping For Newsom On Eve Of Recall

September 13, 2021 | Nicole Nixon | Kris Hooks

The president will make a tour of the West Monday to survey wildfire damage, including a stop in Sacramento. He spoke at Mather Airport on the administration's response to fires.

Latinos in Woodland Were Hit Hard During The Pandemic. Here’s What They’re Thinking About The Recall.

September 12, 2021 | Sarah Mizes-Tan

The Latino community in Woodland carry the experience of significant job loss, illnesses and deaths due to the pandemic into California’s gubernatorial recall election.

State Government

Bill To Decertify Police For Serious Misconduct Clears Legislature

September 12, 2021

The measure now heads to Gov. Gavin Newsom, who helped broker last minute negotiations.

State Government

Out Of Time: California Legislators Won’t Extend Eviction Ban

September 12, 2021

The California eviction moratorium is scheduled to end after Sept. 30, but legislators aren’t planning to extend the protections for renters.

Health Care

Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg Tests Positive For COVID-19

September 11, 2021 | Kris Hooks

It’s not clear where or when Steinberg contracted the highly contagious virus, but he said he received a positive test on Friday. The mayor, who turns 62 in October, said being fully vaccinated has kept severe symptoms at bay.

Environment

Climate Change Is Making Natural Disasters Worse — Along With Our Mental Health

September 11, 2021

With so many disasters happening so frequently, many people are feeling overwhelmed or hopeless. Reflecting on what you can do personally to combat climate change may help, a psychiatrist says.

PolitiFact California

Gov. Gavin Newsom Showed Up At A Berkeley Encampment Sweep. Were The People Living There Moved Into Safe Housing?

September 11, 2021 | Sasha Hupka

The California Governor’s Office stated on Aug. 9, 2021: “California is moving folks out of encampments, into safe housing and getting them the mental health services they need.”

PolitiFact California

The Science Does Say Young People Should Receive The COVID-19 Vaccine, Contrary To Larry Elder’s False Claim

September 11, 2021 | Chris Nichols

Numerous leading scientific organizations including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend children, ages 12 and up, should receive the vaccine and wear masks at school to protect their health and slow the pandemic.

A Day Of Remembrances And Reflection: 20 Years After The 9/11 Attacks

September 11, 2021

On the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, the nation pauses to remember. Ceremonies take place at memorials in New York City; in Shanksville, Pa.; and at the Pentagon.

State Government

Here Are The Major Bills Passed By California Lawmakers In 2021

September 10, 2021 | Scott Rodd | Nicole Nixon | Manola Secaira

California lawmakers wrapped up their work Friday night. Here’s a sample of what they passed — and what they didn’t.

State Government

Budget Package Guarantees $1B In Fire Prevention Funding This Year, At Least $200M Annually Moving Forward

September 10, 2021 | Scott Rodd

Wildfire prevention has taken a front-seat this budget season, after California saw a record 4.3 million acres burned last year. The state is on track to match that total this year.

California State Of Mind | Episode 39

Ready, Set, Recall: Governor Ramps Up Big Name Support As Republicans Look To Oust Him

September 10, 2021

California is a big state with big issues affecting next week's recall election: Wildfires, Covid, drought, and more. Reporters Scott Rodd and Emily Hoeven help break down the big issues.

A Natomas Teacher Wanted To Make Students ‘Revolutionaries.’ Here’s How The School Superintendent And Community Responded.

September 10, 2021 | A.V. Benford

A Natomas school board meeting erupted in hot emotion and was shut down abruptly by Superintendent Chris Evans last week. This came after what he says were numerous online threats leveled at staff, the board and their families.

Environment

Interview: Pyrogeographer Crystal Kolden On Fighting California's Modern Megafires

September 9, 2021 | Vicki Gonzalez

UC Merced fire science professor Crystal Kolden talks with Insight host Vicki Gonzalez about why California’s fires are getting bigger, longer and more destructive, as well as explaining some solutions that are being discussed and applied.

Health Care

Interview: How Vaccine And Mask Mandates Might Affect Employees And Employers

September 9, 2021 | Megan Manata | Vicki Gonzalez

With Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine approved by the FDA, some employers are looking to tie employment to vaccination requirements. However, things can get tricky with certain exemptions.

Biden Lays Out Plan To Mandate Vaccines Or Testing For Millions Of Workers

September 9, 2021

The president outlined a forthcoming federal rule that all businesses with 100 or more employees have to ensure that every worker is either vaccinated for COVID-19 or submit to weekly testing.

Environment

Thunderstorms In The Forecast Could Complicate Efforts To Contain Caldor Fire

September 8, 2021 | Chris Hagan | Mike Hagerty

The thunderstorm could bring high winds, lighting, but very little rain.

Interview: Ethel Baker Elementary School Principal On Sacramento Afghan American Families Stuck In Afghanistan

September 8, 2021 | Steve Milne | Vicki Gonzalez

Three of the elementary school’s students are still stuck in Afghanistan.

State Government

Kamala Harris Headlines California Rally As Democrats Link Recall To National Battles

September 8, 2021 | Nicole Nixon

The Vice President campaigned against the upcoming recall election of Gov. Gavin Newsom during a visit to the Bay Area onWednesday. Democrats are linking the outcome of the recall to national issues like reproductive and voting rights.