Good morning, California. It’s Monday, August 3. Online learning plans up in air A week before some California districts start school, many parents remain in the dark about what online learning will look like as teachers unions and districts negotiate instruction plans — in some cases behind closed doors. Major points of contention include the […]
Many immigrants in California were excluded from the first federal relief package; this time it should address the health and nutritional needs of all Californians.
California’s plans to allow schools to reopen raises questions and concerns; teachers’ union outlines five criteria to safely reopen for in-person classes.
Most counties, even those with thousands of COVID-19 cases, attempt to notify everyone exposed. But seven inform only high-risk people — and another isn’t even doing that.
With a surge in COVID-19 cases, states should acknowledge that travel increases risk, and that closures and reopenings should be regionally coordinated.
California’s constitution requires a balanced budget, leaving the state few options to stimulate the economy or help people without jobs. Democrats, however, have found a loophole: "borrowing" federal dollars to continue benefits for the state's unemployed.
Eight Central Valley counties will get help with staffing, testing and contact testing to try and slow the virus’ deadly spread, particularly among essential workers.