Turnout Will Decide Recall Election — Important Vote Is Simpler Than It Seems
The recall vote is simple: Should Gov. Gavin Newsom be removed from office, and, if he is, which candidate should replace him?...
31
Aug
31
Aug
Biden’s ‘Aggressive’ Immigration Reform Reverses Many Trump Policies, But Not All
President Biden has reversed many Trump immigration policies, but reform is still held back by the border, public health concerns and political challenges....
26
Aug
As Minorities Grow, Their Representation Relies on Redistricting
Census results revealed the growth of minority groups that make up almost 40% of the country’s population and 5 million fewer white people than in 2010....
26
Aug
Minorías crecen y se juegan su representación en la redistribución de distritos
Los resultados del censo revelaron el crecimiento de los grupos minoritarios que componen casi el 40% de la población del país. Hoy hay 5 millones menos de blancos caucásicos que...
18
Aug
Face-To-Face Outreach Helps Vaccinate Latino Communities
Community organizers in California have found some success in convincing Latinos to get vaccinated with a focus on building trust and one-on-one approaches....
09
Aug
Redistricting Advocates Brace for Gerrymandering After Census Data Release
With census data set to be released, voting rights advocates worry that redistricting will be “heavily tied to voter suppression.”...
04
Aug
Sec. of State Shirley Weber Urges All Californians to Vote in Upcoming Recall Election
The special election on whether Gov. Gavin Newsom should be recalled — and whom he should be replaced by, if he is — will be held Sept. 14....
13
Jul
Medical Experts Say the Fully Vaccinated Should Keep Wearing Masks
Conflicting advice from the CDC and WHO has confused many, but a panel of medical experts say people should still wear masks even if they're fully vaccinated....
24
Jun
Fighting Global Warming Requires an Equity Approach
Bigger wildfires. More intense heat waves and drought. Climate change is devastating for all Americans but especially poor people and ethnic minorities....
24
Jun
Para Combatir El Calentamiento Global Se Requiere Un Enfoque De Equidad
Las comunidades étnicas son las más afectadas por los desastres naturales, las olas de calor y la falta de espacios verdes....
23
Jun
Small Businesses Are Still Fighting to Survive the Pandemic
Community support and adaptability have helped some small businesses weather the pandemic, but they still need government support to recover....
14
Jun
Some Upbeat News for Black Businesses Still Reeling From Pandemic Losses
California has pledged $2.5 billion in financial support for small businesses, especially those that serve or are owned by people of color....
16
May
COVID Vaccination Will Not Be Required to Attend K-12 Public School in California
Kids aged 12-15 can get the COVID-19 vaccine, but it won't be required for them to attend public school in California....
11
May
Attacks on Voting Rights Evoke Jim Crow Era
ID requirements. Far off polling places. Armed guards. These are a few of the barriers thrown up to make it harder for people and minorities to vote....
05
May
Domestic Violence Reflects the ‘Brokenness of Our Society’
The COVID-19 pandemic has made it even harder for victims of domestic violence to get the help they need, adding on to existing cultural barriers....
