Billions are needed to repair, renovate and maintain Cal State’s buildingsFebruary 19, 2023Students have complained about unbearable heat waves in classrooms without air conditioning and canceled classes due to flooded buildings, but funds are not available to maintain and renovate academic facilities.
Health CareCalifornia requires hospitals to turn to a patient’s next of kin, closing a longtime loopholeFebruary 19, 2023A state law establishes a list of representatives who can make medical decisions for patients unable to convey their wishes. California is late to making the change; 45 other states and the District of Columbia already have next-of-kin laws.
Health CareCalifornia lawmakers seek to bolster the state as an “abortion sanctuary”February 17, 2023 | Kate WolffeThe authors of two recently introduced bills say they are steps toward cementing the reality of an accessible, private abortion for residents and people who come from out of state to get the procedure and related care.
Silicon Valley’s vast wealth disparity deepens as poverty increasedFebruary 17, 2023Eight of the region’s households held more wealth than the bottom 50%, according to a report, but poverty grew.
Race and EquityCalifornia’s historic Reparations Task Force is finalizing its recommendations to the stateFebruary 16, 2023 | Sarah Mizes-TanSuggestions for how the state can atone for the legacy of slavery and its impact include targeted funding for schools and homeownership, among others.
Health CareIn California, Democrats propose $25 minimum wage for health workersFebruary 15, 2023State Sen. María Elena Durazo and Service Employees International Union-United Healthcare Workers West want to give health facility support staffers a raise. Hospitals, nursing homes, and dialysis.
EnvironmentFrequent wildfires more likely to hit low-income communities, new report findsFebruary 15, 2023 | Manola SecairaIn the past, studies have suggested that areas where wealthier communities live face higher risks from wildfires in California. But a new report paints a different picture of who’s most impacted.
State GovernmentLegislation would tie homelessness funding to local results, a Newsom priorityFebruary 14, 2023 | Nicole NixonAB 799 follows months of tension between local officials and Governor Gavin Newsom over the growing homelessness crisis, despite billions in state spending.
Arts and LifestyleSacramento Public Library system opens community sessions, survey for feedback on facilitiesFebruary 14, 2023 | Janelle SalangaThe sessions will run through March, with the survey closing soon after. Input will shape the library system’s first facilities master plan since 2007. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentSen. Dianne Feinstein says she won't run for reelection in 2024February 14, 2023Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., the oldest sitting member of Congress, said she will accomplish as much as possible before she steps down. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
