Stalled U.S. Forest Service project could have protected California town from Caldor Fire destruction
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August 16, 2022
Sacramento activists sue city to pull homeless camping measure from November ballot
Homeless rights advocates for months have promised the city they would legally challenge the ballot measure, which could ban encampments on public property.
August 16, 2022
Sacramento County says no widespread sweeps planned, despite ban on homeless encampments
The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to give initial approval to camping bans along the American River and Dry Creek parkways. It also banned camps in unincorporated areas near schools, libraries and critical infrastructure such as levees.
August 16, 2022
How we measured U.S. Forest Service wildfire prevention work
Years ago, the U.S. Forest Service identified Grizzly Flats, California as being at high risk of wildfire and devised a plan to protect it. Here's how we measured how much of that work was completed before the Caldor Fire burned through the town.
Interview: What Californians can expect with next year’s Covered California changes
People covered under Covered California can expect to see health care costs increase by at least 6%. Here’s what else you can expect in 2023.
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‘Overwhelming’ inflation affecting Sacramento restaurants — and chicken spots may be hit hardest
The latest numbers from the U.S. Department of Agriculture echoed the Sacramento experience: Food prices this summer are up as much as 12 percent over last year.
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Routine COVID-19 testing ends at Sacramento City Unified for upcoming school year
The district will still be providing at-home tests “at least once a month” and continues to offer on-campus testing for symptomatic individuals.
August 14, 2022
A cataclysmic flood is coming for California. Climate change makes it more likely.
There's a long history of massive inland flooding in California. New research finds that climate change has already doubled the odds it happens again.
August 13, 2022
Coronavirus FAQ: I'm confused by the new testing advice! Do it once, twice ... thrice?
The FDA issued revised guidance about how often to test after exposure to someone with COVID or after symptoms occur. It's not exactly the same as what the CDC says. What's the best way to proceed?
August 12, 2022
Stephon Clark family settles remaining lawsuit with city of Sacramento
Sacramento has agreed to pay $1.7 million to Clark’s parents. In 2019, a city settlement provided $2.4 million to Clark’s two children.
August 12, 2022
Cancer patients who take opioids often struggle with constipation. These Stockton-based researchers may have a solution.
The University of the Pacific pharmacy school has discovered a breakthrough to benefit cancer patients dealing with the side effects of opioid medication.