New details emerge in the Monterey Park, California shooting that left 11 deadJanuary 23, 2023Authorities say they are searching for a motive for the deadly mass shooting that took place over the weekend in a city east of Los Angeles at the beginning of the Lunar New Year.
State GovernmentUniversity of California planning to expand outreach at 65 California community collegesJanuary 23, 2023Seeking to recruit more transfer students, UC identified 65 colleges where it wants to deepen existing partnerships.
Health CareTherapy by chatbot? The promise and challenges in using AI for mental healthJanuary 22, 2023Some companies and researchers think smart computers might eventually help with provider shortages in mental health, and some consumers are already turning to chatbots to build "emotional resilience."
Monterey Park shooting suspect is dead, sheriff saysJanuary 22, 2023The attack in the city of Monterey Park, Calif., came at the end of a day of celebration to mark the Lunar New Year. A 72-year-old gunman killed 10 and wounded 10 others in the predominantly Asian American community.
EnvironmentFederal government announces $930M investment in high-risk areas impacted by wildfiresJanuary 20, 2023 | Manola SecairaThese at-risk areas include parts of California, Arizona, Oregon and other western states where wildfires have impacted both landscapes and communities.
EnvironmentQ&A: Owner of Sacramento-area tree removal service discusses storm’s impact on businessJanuary 20, 2023 | Janelle SalangaMichael Ganchenko, who has owned Kingdom Tree Service for seven years, said he received at least 5 times more calls for service during the inclement weather than expected for early January.
EnvironmentStorm updates: Biden surveys California storm damage, Sacramento county ends emergency weather respite servicesJanuary 19, 2023President Joe Biden joined California Gov. Gavin Newsom for an aerial tour of storm damage in the Santa Cruz area on Thursday. Biden issued a major disaster declaration for seven counties statewide, including Sacramento and San Joaquin counties.
How will California’s water storage hold up in future dry-wet cycles?January 19, 2023 | Nicole NixonBy some estimates, the recent storms dumped more than 32 trillion gallons on California. But much of it is running out to sea.
State COVID testing sites begin to closeJanuary 19, 2023Some California COVID testing sites are set to close as the state prepares to end the state of emergency in February.
State GovernmentCalifornia storm victims may be eligible for federal assistance. Here’s how.January 18, 2023 | Vicki GonzalezRecent storms have toppled trees, forced flooding and landslides and killed at least 20 people statewide. Federal assistance may be available for those whose property was damaged in Sacramento County, here’s how to access those resources. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
