California coronavirus updates: Culinary union makes second monthly call to return more workers to Vegas strip October 31, 2021With COVID-19 vaccines for younger children on the horizon, public health officials say they're seeing an opportunity to stem the transmission of COVID-19.
Child care in California hasn’t rebounded — why many workers aren’t coming backOctober 31, 2021California’s child care workforce is still 10% smaller than it was before the pandemic, as low wages contribute to acute staffing shortages.
EnvironmentWhat’s at stake for California as climate conference begins?October 30, 2021Gov. Newsom and state leaders are going to an international conference to make a statement on California climate change policy.
Race and EquityVideo: Sacramento Día de los Muertos celebration creates space to share culture, honor loved onesOctober 30, 2021 | Paul Conley | Andrew NixonThe Latino Center of Art and Culture is hosting El Panteón de Sacramento, a recreation of a candlelit Mexican cemetery and chapel designed to showcase the cultural importance of this centuries-old tradition in many areas of Mexico and Latin America.
Interview: California’s Community college system’s vice chancellor on enrollment declinesOctober 29, 2021 | Randol WhiteWhile the exact numbers aren't in yet for the fall semester, the California Community College System is expecting to see fewer students on its 116 campuses. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentWhat you need to know about redistricting in CaliforniaOctober 28, 2021 | Nicole NixonThe process, which follows up the decennial census, will determine political lines for the next decade — from congressional to school board districts. Here's how it impacts you and how you can get involved. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Government'The Ghost File' adds history to California State Library’s haunted reputationOctober 28, 2021 | Pauline Bartolone | Vicki GonzalezRumors have circulated for decades that the California State Library is a center for paranormal activity. So librarians set out to document the history behind the building’s 'spooky' reputation. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New California law requires use-of-force training for security guards, prompted by CapRadio investigationOctober 28, 2021 | Scott RoddThe investigation found California’s regulations provide no clear definition or training requirements for appropriate use-of-force in the private security industry. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Few working poor get to vote on unions. Can California change that?October 27, 2021Facing a staggering wealth gap, California suggests increasing union participation among low-wage workers, noting that a union membership reduces working poverty better than a college degree.
Health CareCalifornia says it's ready to vaccinate younger kids against COVID-19 when federal approval comesOctober 27, 2021 | Nicole NixonState health officials are urging eligible Californians to get booster shots to avoid another winter surge, while also planning how to vaccinate 3.5 million children ages 5-11 with federal approval a COVID-19 vaccine for younger kids expected soon.
