Residents Push Back Against Warehouse Industry in Inland Empire
Southern California’s Inland Empire has been transformed in recent years by the growth of the warehouse and logistics industry. While many argue it's a job creator, those living in the region have major environmental concerns.
Guest: Orlando Mayorquin, Journalism Student, Reporter for CalMatters
Los Angeles Approves Hero Pay for Workers
The L.A. City Council voted 14 to 1 to approve a hazard pay ordinance requiring workers at supermarkets and drugstores to be paid an extra $5 an hour. Several other cities and counties have passed similar legislation.
Reporter: Matt Guilhem, KCRW
San Diego Presents Plan to Reopen Schools
Officials with the San Diego Unified School District have unveiled a plan to reopen schools for classroom instruction starting in April. But not all parents are impressed.
Reporter: Joe Hong, KPBS
Kaiser Using Health Data in COVID Fight
Kaiser Permanente is using the mountains of health data it has on millions of Californians to help figure out who’s at higher risk of getting COVID-19. It's also helping the health provider pinpoint who should get vaccinated first.
Reporter: Polly Stryker, KQED
Public Health Officials Still Facing Threats
Many have been targets of people who don't agree with health orders or think the pandemic is a hoax. While the problems were elevated during the height of the pandemic, some are still taking added precautions to this day.
Reporter: Laura Klivans, KQED
Wildfire Victims Suing Former PG&E Executives
The new lawsuit has been filed by a trust for survivors of wildfires started by Pacific Gas & Electric equipment. They claim these officials were negligent when it comes to ensuring the public's safety.
Guest: Lily Jamali, The California Report