What is voter intimidation and how concerned should you be?November 5, 2022Concerns of voter intimidation are heightened this midterm election season, but it's important to remember you will likely have a normal voting experience.
EnvironmentWorsening effects of climate change are impacting Californians' health, report findsNovember 4, 2022 | Steve MilneThe study, released by the California Environmental Protection Agency, found that the state has seen an “unprecedented” number of wildfires, higher temperatures and worsening drought.
New UC Davis report shows “MAGA Republicans” more likely to endorse political violenceNovember 4, 2022 | Sarah Mizes-TanThe study, done by the UC Davis Violence Prevention Research Program showed that Republicans who felt the 2020 election was “stolen” were also more likely to say that “having a strong leader was more important than having a democracy.”
EnvironmentResearchers share what they’ve learned in the aftermath of the Mosquito FireNovember 3, 2022 | Manola SecairaThe Mosquito Fire burned tens of thousands of acres, edging into a research forest just west of Lake Tahoe. Researchers are considering what to do in its aftermath. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareWhat public health experts expect for COVID-19 in California this winterNovember 3, 2022 | Kate WolffeTwo of California’s top public health experts say a winter COVID surge is highly likely and that getting immunized should be a first priority, even for children. Drs. Erica Pan and Robert Wachter also express concern about long COVID’s unknowns. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento State President Robert Nelsen announces plans to retire in 2023November 2, 2022 | Claire MorganNelsen, who is 70, has led the university since 2015. During his time as president, Sac State saw a 187% increase in 4-year graduation rates.
RSV is surging. Here's what to watch for and answers about treatment optionsNovember 2, 2022Doctors say they are seeing an unprecedented number of cases. How concerned should parents be? Why are young children so vulnerable? What's causing this year's outbreak? We offer some answers.
Sacramento approves another raise for City Manager Howard ChanNovember 2, 2022 | Kristin LamThe Sacramento City Council approved raising City Manager Howard Chan’s salary to $400,000, marking his fifth increase since 2017.
EnvironmentPreventing wildfire with the Wild Horse Fire BrigadeOctober 31, 2022William Simpson wants to deploy the wild horses across public lands, to live and graze — and ultimately, prevent the worst wildfires.
Health CareShopping for ACA health insurance? Here’s what’s new this yearOctober 31, 2022Consumers may find relief in some key changes made by Congress and the Biden administration, although other issues remain unsettled.
