EnvironmentWater Shortages: Why Some Californians Are Running Out In 2021 And Others Aren’tJune 23, 2021Drought resilience depends on location but also extraordinary engineering — determining which California places are running out of water this year and which remain in good shape.
State GovernmentWill California’s Eviction Moratorium Be Extended Beyond June 30?June 21, 2021The state’s eviction freeze will likely be extended past June 30, and lawmakers could finish haggling over details this week. The big issues include how long the extension will last and how much rent relief will cover.
Is California Still Facing An Eviction Tsunami When The Moratorium Ends?June 20, 2021CalMatters conducted a Q&A with housing researcher Carolina Reid, who has been tracking vulnerable renters throughout the pandemic. She says the state could help renters facing eviction — if enough money gets to them in time.
Health CareCalifornia Fought For Obamacare And Won. What’s At Stake?June 20, 2021In a 7-2 decision in California et al. v. Texas, the Supreme Court voted to reject the latest challenge to the Affordable Care Act. Meaning Obamacare stays.
Los Angeles, Sacramento Announce Reparations Coalition On JuneteenthJune 20, 2021Mayors, including Los Angeles and Sacramento, form reparations and equity coalition on new federal holiday to push for national reparations. LA Mayor Eric Garcetti also announces the formation of an advisory committee.
State GovernmentWill Psychedelics Become Legal In California?June 13, 2021The state Senate passed a bill to legalize hallucinogenic drugs for Californians 21 and older. Could psychedelics become the next cannabis?
Health CareCounty Health Agencies — Fighting Disease — Also Have To Fight For State FundsJune 12, 2021As the governor and lawmakers wrangle over the budget, local public health departments are underfunded and overwhelmed. Outdated equipment and insufficient staff hamper handling of everything from asthma to syphilis.
Will California Public Schools Continue Free Lunches For All?June 8, 2021Legislators want to spend $650 million a year to continue a pandemic program for free meals for all California public school students. The proposal will be decided in budget talks this week.
California Extends Outdoor Dining, To-Go Drinks Through Dec. 31 June 3, 2021Even as the state prepares to lift coronavirus restrictions on June 15, some changes such as outdoor dining and to-go drinks will likely remain in many California cities. Gov. Gavin Newsom announced pandemic extensions through Dec. 31.
State GovernmentFour Things To Know About The California Budget DealJune 2, 2021California Assembly and Senate budget leaders announce a budget deal that includes stimulus checks, more in-state students at UC campuses and more money for public health and undocumented immigrants.
