Who Gets a California Stimulus Check? When?
California will send out roughly 5.7 million Golden State Stimulus payments of $600 to residents struggling to stay afloat during the pandemic. For most recipients, the money could come in as soon as a month.
California Students in Richer Areas Far More Likely to Be Back in Classrooms
A CalMatters data analysis reveals a wealth gap between students more likely to receive in-person instruction and those less likely to have that option.
Photos: Hitting the Slopes
Visitors head to Tahoe’s ski resorts with new COVID restrictions in place
California’s Sierra Nevada ski resorts were officially open in
February 2021 after shutting down in March 2020 due to COVID-19
restrictions.
The Back Story: A True Utility Player
SMUD has become more than just a public utility
The Sacramento Municipal Utility District, which has served the
community for nearly 75 years, also became a social
services organization in 2018.
America Can’t Afford to Keep Standing Still
U.S. capitalism must bridge geographic, technological and class divides
We must unify, recover and lead the world in the innovations of
the future.
Getting to Know: Miranda Culp and Laurelin Gilmore
The owners of Amatoria Fine Art Books in Sacramento share a deep love of books
Miranda Culp and Laurelin Gilmore are accustomed to the look of
wonder on the faces of the people who stumble into their
independent bookshop, Amatoria Fine Art Books.
Neighborhood Favorite: Naija Cuisine
Sacramento’s only Nigerian restaurant gets a boost from TikTok
Fufu is a West African staple food made from boiled, pounded
cassava or other starches, and it’s trending on TikTok.
Off the Beaten Track: Strumming Along
Teaching the craft of guitar making in the heart of Winters
In the heart of historic downtown Winters, Al Calderone
builds guitars, teaches the craft of guitar and ukulele making,
and gives lessons.
Three COVID-19-Related Laws to Know
Several 2021 laws focus on issues related to COVID-19.
New Law for Leaves
Employers need to adjust for expansion of family leave opportunities in California
Here’s what employers need to know about the new law that
took effect Jan. 1.