SF Fed Reserve President Optimistic About Economic Recovery
Despite growing concerns about the delta variant and what it means for the pandemic, there are some positive signs when it comes to the U.S. economy. And one Bay Area economic leader is optimistic about the recovery, and hopes changes in the job market remain in place.
Guest: Mary Daly, President of the San Francisco Federal Reserve Bank
Thousands Remain Evacuated Due to Caldor Fire Burning in El Dorado County
Major wildfires across Northern California are threatening several communities. The conditions were not as bad on Wednesday as they had been earlier this week, but the Caldor and Dixie fires continue to burn large swaths of land.
Guest: Scott Rodd, CapRadio
Hospitals Struggling Amidst COVID-19 Surge in the Central Valley
In the city of Visalia in Tulare County, one hospital is reporting its highest number of COVID-19 patients since February. As of earlier this week, Kaweah Health was reporting nearly 100 COVID-positive patients, which is a third of the entire hospital’s capacity.
Reporter: Kerry Klein, Valley Public Radio