Health CareCoronavirus Could Force Private Practices To Close Or Sell — Raising CostsApril 25, 2020Faced with empty clinics and a cash crunch, independent physicians are worried about closing their doors or selling their private practices — a prospect that could lead to higher patient costs.
What Comes Next For California Cities? Deficits, Bailouts And Long RecoveriesApril 18, 2020As government deficits appear in a coronavirus-induced recession, California cities are clamoring for a bailout in the next round of federal stimulus.
State GovernmentCalifornia Senators Frustrated By Few Answers, Tech Glitches In Virtual Hearing On Coronavirus SpendingApril 17, 2020Senators wore face masks and grilled officials about Gov. Gavin Newsom’s $1.4 billion deal to buy masks and other protective gear — but got few answers during their first hearing on the state’s effort to stem the spread of coronavirus.
State GovernmentA Coronavirus Property Tax Delay? Californians Shouldn’t Count On ItApril 4, 2020Income tax filers got a delay. Why not homeowners?
State GovernmentAs California’s Coronavirus Curve Bends, Newsom’s Not Ready To Be The Bearer Of Good NewsApril 1, 2020Is California really slowing the transmission of the coronavirus — and if so, how? “The only regret we will have,” the governor said, “is if people cut the parachute before we land.”
Here’s What Happens To Science When California’s Researchers Shelter In PlaceMarch 27, 2020California’s scientists are sheltering in place because of coronavirus restrictions, shutting down research, or switching to study the novel coronavirus.
'Your Bills Don’t Get Sick': Workers Say Coronavirus Prevention Isn’t EasyMarch 7, 2020For gig workers who help fuel the tech economy, staying home means giving up money they need to pay the bills, raising fears that they could affect efforts to contain the virus.
State GovernmentIf California Polls Hold, Only Bernie Sanders Would Win Any Delegates Chosen By Statewide VoteFebruary 29, 2020Under the terms set by the national party, candidates can only win delegates — the partisan electors sent to the Democratic National Convention to secure the Democratic nomination — if they nab at least 15% of the popular vote.
Many Low-Income Californians Don’t Use Credit Cards. Should Stores Be Required To Accept Cash?February 16, 2020One state lawmaker says cash-free stores are discriminating against low-income customers, who often don't have bank accounts.
Newsom Offers Vacant Land For Homeless Shelters, But Local Officials Worry: Who Will Pay?February 15, 2020The governor's plan puts much of the burden on cities and counties. “That’s just wrong,” said one mayor.
