As Coronavirus Spreads Conspiracy Theories Emerge
The World Health Organization has declared a global health emergency as the number of Coronavirus infections in China has surged to about 10,000 cases and claimed 200 lives. Here in the U.S., a sixth Coronavirus case has been confirmed, including two in California. While worries over the fast-spreading nature of the coronavirus are understandable, misinformation about the disease may be moving even faster.
Reporter: Michelle Wiley, KQED
Sierra Snowpack Dips Below Average
State water officials say the snowpack in the Sierra Nevada is below average for this time of year, but storms in the coming weeks could change that. The second snow survey of the year took place Thursday near Lake Tahoe.
Reporter: Peter Arcuni, KQED
Proposed Pesticide Regulation Could Hurt California Waterways
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency wants to loosen regulations involving the spraying of pesticides on crops. It says that will help farmers better do their job. But the attorneys general of several states, including California, are pushing back, arguing such changes could endanger human health.
Reporter: Alex Hall, KQED
New Safety Rules Proposed Following Kobe Bryant's Death
L.A. area Congressman Brad Sherman is calling on the Federal Aviation Administration to strengthen helicopter safety standards, following in the wake of the crash that killed Kobe Bryant and 8 others.
Reporter: Cerise Castle, KCRW
Sanders Campaign Pours Resources Into California Ahead Of March 3rd Primary
Four years ago, Bernie Sanders lost the California presidential primary to Hillary Clinton. This election the Sanders campaign wants to make sure it carries the Golden State. Sanders has 17 campaign offices in California and it’s pouring money and resources into parts of the state where Sanders didn’t do well the last time he ran for president.
Reporter: Jeremy Siegel, KQED