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California’s nurse practitioners will be able to provide patient care with less supervision from medical doctors under a bill signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom Tuesday.

State Government

‘Concerning’ Number of Californians Are Wary Of Election Integrity, Poll Shows

September 29, 2020 | Nicole Nixon

More than 40% of Californians do not believe this year’s presidential election will be conducted in a “fair and open” manner, according to a UC Berkeley poll. Another 82% say they are concerned that many Americans will not accept the election outcome

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Health Care

Watch: California Health Officials Update On COVID-19 For September 29

September 29, 2020

California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly gave an update on COVID-19 in the state.

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State Government

Watch: Gov. Gavin Newsom Update On Wildfires, COVID-19 For Sept. 28

September 28, 2020

Watch as California Gov. Gavin Newsom provided an update on COVID-19 and wildfires in the state.

PolitiFact California

Solar Industry, Tax Experts Reject Claim Prop. 15 Imposes ‘Massive Tax Increase’ On Solar In California

September 25, 2020 | Chris Nichols

The solar industry says a recently-signed California law prevents tax hikes on commercial solar through 2024 even if Proposition 15 passes.

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State Government

Californians Are Voting On Another Dialysis Ballot Measure. What To Know About Prop. 23.

September 24, 2020 | Sammy Caiola

A proposition on the November ballot would place several new requirements on dialysis clinics. Supporters say these are necessary safety measures, opponents say they’re too costly and will lead to clinic closures.

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PolitiFact California

Can You Handle The Truth?: PolitiFact California Fact Checks Wildfire Misinformation

September 24, 2020 | Chris Nichols

Misinformation is continuing to spread on social media about the West Coast wildfires. CapRadio’s PolitiFact California reporter Chris Nichols sets the record straight in this week's “Can You Handle The Truth?” segment.

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State Government

UC Campuses Inappropriately Admitted Dozens Of Less-Qualified, Well-Connected Students, Audit Shows

September 23, 2020 | Nicole Nixon

A scathing audit ordered by state lawmakers in the wake of nationwide college admissions scandal found UC schools — particularly UC Berkeley — inappropriately admitted dozens of rich, well-connected students.

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Environment

All New California Cars, Trucks Must Be Zero-Emission By 2035, Newsom Announces In Executive Order

September 23, 2020 | Ezra David Romero | Nicole Nixon

California’s governor announced an executive order Wednesday that will phase out gasoline-powered cars by requiring that all new cars sold to be zero-emission vehicles by 2035. It also put forward actions to transition away from fossil fuels.

State Government

Here's How To Register To Vote In California (And Why To Do It Early)

September 22, 2020 | Chris Nichols

California's voter registration deadline is Oct. 19, and you now have the option to register to vote on Election Day. But advocates say there are good reasons to not wait until the deadline.

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