EnvironmentWildfire smoke impacts more Californians than ever, according to a new reportNovember 15, 2022 | Manola SecairaResidents all over the state have felt the impacts of wildfire smoke. A new report from California’s Legislative Analyst’s Office offers suggestions for legislators to respond. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Nearly 50,000 University of California graduate student employees launch open-ended strikeNovember 14, 2022 | Janelle SalangaUC Davis workers are among the thousands across the UC system withholding their labor and canceling classes. They’re calling for wage increases, disability justice and fair working conditions, among other things.
California school board races don’t see red waveNovember 14, 2022The state GOP Parent Revolt program and other conservative organizations spent more than a year recruiting, training and endorsing an army of candidates in an effort to win what are generally considered nonpartisan seats.
EnvironmentA new study finds beaver dams can boost water quality during a droughtNovember 14, 2022 | Manola SecairaStanford researchers studied water quality along the Colorado River. This river is a resource for other states beyond Colorado, including California.
Health CareNew omicron subvariants now dominant in the U.S., raising fears of a winter surgeNovember 12, 2022Step aside, BA.5. The new variants BQ.1 and BQ.1.1, appear to be among the most adept yet at evading immunity from previous infection and vaccination.
JazzGuitarist Pasquale Grasso is feeling inspiredNovember 10, 2022 | Gary G. VercelliSince he arrived in New York City 10 years ago, Italian guitarist Pasquale Grasso has made a significant impact on the jazz scene. His incredible technique and his respect for the music’s tradition make Pasquale a unique force in interpreting bebop. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentRobert Rivas will be the next California Assembly Speaker — but not until July 2023November 10, 2022 | Nicole NixonA power struggle over leadership of the Assembly’s Democratic caucus ended with a deal: Anthony Rendon will remain speaker through June 2023, when Robert Rivas will take the reins.
Health CareSacramento area hospitals see an uptick in RSV patients as they brace for moreNovember 9, 2022 | Kate WolffeSacramento County’s public health department is working to get the word out to parents about RSV, how to prevent infection and what to do if they believe their child is very sick.
A Music of Their Own | TrailerIntroducing A Music of Their OwnNovember 8, 2022Host Majel Connery explores what it feels like to be a woman in music and the immense drive and resolve required to succeed. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia’s proposed flavored tobacco ban gives hookah a passNovember 5, 2022Californians will decide Nov. 8 whether to approve a statewide ban on the sale of flavored tobacco products, including menthol cigarettes. But the measure, known as Proposition 31, exempts hookah tobacco.
