September 17, 2020 | Steve Milne | Chris Nichols
Every Thursday CapRadio’s PolitiFact California reporter Chris Nichols discussed his latest fact checks and reporting on misinformation. This week we look at a confusing Postal Service postcard, wildfires and President Trump’s visit to California.
September 14, 2020 | Chris Nichols
Scientists expect a warmer climate and greater fire risk in California, saying there is zero evidence of a cooling trend on the horizon.
September 11, 2020 | Chris Nichols
The postcard was sent out nationwide urging Americans to request their mail-in ballot 15 days before Election Day. But in California, registered voters will automatically be sent mail-in ballots.
September 3, 2020 | Chris Nichols
The president proposed during a campaign stop this week that people should vote by mail and in-person this fall. Such a move would violate state and federal election laws.
August 28, 2020 | Chris Nichols
A widely-shared Facebook post claims President Trump denied fire aid to California but helped Russia fight wildfires in Siberia. While Trump said he would withhold fire assistance to the state, the White House approved assistance days later.
August 13, 2020 | Chris Nichols
As California’s attorney general, Kamala Harris was considered cautious and rarely spoke out-of-line with law enforcement culture. Now, she’s positioned herself as a criminal justice reformer. What kept her so careful as AG? We ask legal experts.
July 30, 2020 | Chris Nichols
The verification and security processes are the same for absentee and mail-in voting. In many states the term ‘absentee voting’ has been phased out because there’s no difference between it and mail-in voting.
July 21, 2020 | Chris Nichols
Medical experts say it’s likely the protests contributed somewhat, but say transmission in Los Angeles was already on the upswing before the demonstrations started.
July 10, 2020 | Chris Nichols
Contrary 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.
June 24, 2020 | Chris Nichols
Constitutional law experts say the governor has broad authority under the California Emergency Services Act and the state’s existing public health powers to mandate face coverings.
