September 16, 2020
CalMatters en Español
Opinión: Sin justicia para el proyecto de ley de estudios étnicos para la escuela secundaria; Newsom, la Legislatura debería cambiar eso
El proyecto de ley de estudios étnicos para la escuela secundaria en la Legislatura tenía todas las estrellas alineadas a su favor este año, entonces ¿por qué fue desfinanciado y se postergó la implementación?
Education
Coronavirus precautions at UC system likely until fall 2021
The pandemic situation at UC campuses, and its attendant precautions, is likely to persist until at least fall 2021, a UC health expert says.
WhatMatters
Coronavirus positivity rate hits record low
Amid record-breaking fires, apocalyptic orange skies and smoke-choked air, Californians finally have a bright spot of news: Coronavirus positivity rates statewide fell to an all-time low of 3.6% over the past 14 days and 3.3% over the past week. As a result, travelers from California no longer have to quarantine for two weeks upon arriving […]
Elections
Election 2020: The California Crossword edition
Every election season has its ups and downs — now this one has acrosses as well. Think you know California, from its Capitol culture to its latest ballot props? This crossword puzzle will put your expertise to the test. Time yourself and let us know how you did. And if you need hints, avail yourselves […]
Climate Change
Five solutions to California’s climate crisis Gov. Newsom should implement … right now
Gov. Newsom recognizes that our current climate targets are inadequate. We have the technology ready to go. Here is a checklist:
Capitol
No justice for high school ethnic studies bill; Newsom, Legislature should change that
The high school ethnic studies bill in the Legislature had all the stars aligned in its favor this year, so why was it defunded and implimentation delayed?
Reader Reactions
California’s energy future must be shaped by facts, not fears
The interests of oil and gas companies are focused on a sustainable energy future that supports the health of our people.
California Wildfires
Sierra Nevada reels as flames and smoke drive visitors away
The record-breaking fire season could have lasting effects on the economy of California’s mountain communities.
Commentary
Most ‘job killer’ bills bite the dust again
Despite the influence of COVID-19 and recession, the California Chamber of Commerce maintained its record of defeating "job killer" bills.