News

For Black Millennials in Sacramento, The Pandemic Is Widening The Wealth Gap

May 11, 2021 | Sarah Mizes-Tan

A new Valley Vision and CapRadio poll shows that Black Sacramentans continue to feel deep economic losses during the COVID-19 crisis.

Sacramento Modular Home Village Will House 55 Formerly Homeless Women And Children

May 11, 2021 | Chris Nichols

Organizers at Saint John’s Lutheran Church say the community of 11 modular homes is the first of its kind in the city.

State Government

Interview: Bonta Says Combating Anti-AAPI Violence, Police Misconduct Will Be Priorities As California Attorney General

May 11, 2021 | Megan Manata | Vicki Gonzalez

California State Attorney General Rob Bonta has made history as the state’s first Filipino American in the position. While he may be running again for his seat in 2022, Bonta has plans laid out to help the AAPI community, work on racial justice with

Environment

Drought Emergency Declared In Central Valley, Klamath Region

May 10, 2021

Pressured by growers and legislators, Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a drought emergency in 39 counties as most of California experiences severe drought.

PolitiFact California

Was Caitlyn Jenner Released By A District Attorney After Killing Someone?

May 10, 2021

A Facebook post on April 25 claims Caitlyn Jenner “literally killed someone 6 years ago in the streets and was released by a District Attorney.”

PolitiFact California

No, The Death Rate For Vaccinated People Is Not Higher Than That Of Unvaccinated People

May 10, 2021

Vaccine breakthrough cases only occur in a small percentage of vaccinated people. And public health officials say that these cases actually reinforce the effectiveness of the vaccines, unlike the post suggests.

State Government

Facing A Recall And A Massive Surplus, Gov. Newsom Proposes More Stimulus Checks

May 10, 2021

Monday, California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a plan to send billions in state surplus dollars back to residents. Republicans who support recalling Newsom from office are questioning his timing.

Health Care

FDA OKs Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine For 12-15 Age Group

May 10, 2021

Pfizer said in late March that clinical trials found "100% efficacy and robust antibody responses" to the coronavirus in 12- to 15-year-olds.

Health Care

Worried About Going Out Once California Reopens? Experts Say Take It Slow.

May 10, 2021 | Sammy Caiola

While many people may be excited about returning to in-person social interactions post-pandemic, therapists say others are experiencing fear, obsessive behavior and uncertainty about going out again.

Health Care

Sacramento Parents Are Concerned About Children Falling Behind, COVID-19 Poll Finds

May 10, 2021 | Pauline Bartolone

In a recent Valley Vision and CapRadio survey, 70% of parents said they were concerned about their kids falling behind academically during the pandemic. More than 40% were “extremely” or “very” concerned.

Health Care

Valley Vision, CapRadio Release Latest COVID-19 Resilience Poll

May 10, 2021 | Vicki Gonzalez

A year after the pandemic’s onset, what are the experiences, perceptions, concerns and hopes of people living in California’s Capital region?

How Growers Had To Sidestep County And State Programs To Vaccinate Farmworkers

May 9, 2021

As harvest season approached, growers begged county officials to vaccinate their workers. But the state and counties didn’t prioritize vaccine doses for farmworkers in February. So the growers and doctors stepped in and set up their own clinics.

Pediatricians Can Bypass MyTurn As They Vaccinate Children

May 8, 2021

In an effort to accelerate vaccination of teens, California health officials say they will allow pediatricians to obtain doses without going through the state’s problematic registration site. Children ages 12 to 15 may become eligible for COVID-19 va

Red Flag Warning For Much Of Northern California Through Tuesday

May 8, 2021 | Steve Milne | Chris Hagan

Much of the Central Valley stretching from Redding to Modesto will be under a red flag warning this weekend as dry, windy conditions increase the risk of wildfires.

Cal Fire Urges Homeowners To Prepare For Wildfires

May 8, 2021 | Rich Ibarra

Cal Fire Director Thom Porter says there’s every reason to believe that this year could be as bad as last year. Porter is urging people to clear 100 feet of defensible space around their homes, harden their structures and form an evacuation plan.

California Lost Population For First Time In History In 2020

May 7, 2021 | Chris Hagan

The announcement comes on the heels of new Census figures that showed since 2010 California grew by its lowest rate in any decade , so much so it will lose two congressional seats.

‘A Tax On The Poor’: Nevada Lawmakers Consider Removing Jail Time For Unpaid Traffic Tickets

May 6, 2021 | Bert Johnson

Nevada is one of just 13 states where an unpaid ticket can land people in jail. For the fifth legislative session in a row, lawmakers are weighing a bill that would decriminalize minor traffic violations.

Rates Of Suicide Rose During The Pandemic For Black Americans

May 6, 2021 | Megan Manata | Vicki Gonzalez

The COVID-19 pandemic affected everyone in the U.S., but not equally. The latest research from Johns Hopkins University shows that Black Americans' suicide rate went up 100% during the pandemic.

State Government

Interview: New Sen. Alex Padilla Has Limited Time To Prove Himself To California Voters

May 6, 2021 | Kris Hooks | Vicki Gonzalez

California Sen. Alex Padilla has been in office for 100 days and will face an election next year after being appointed to Vice President Kamala Harris' former seat. He said his focus will be on infrastructure, climate change and immigration.

Survivors Stuck In Limbo As PG&E Fire Victim Trust Pays Out $50 Million In Fees

May 6, 2021

In its first year of operation, the PG&E Fire Victim Trust spent nearly 90% of its funds on overhead expenses while families who lost their homes waited for help.