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Recall Efforts in Los Angeles, San Francisco Highlight Criminal Reform Efforts

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George Gascon at a press conference marking his first year in office as Los Angeles County District Attorney.
 (Saul Gonzalez/KQED)

What's Behind Attempts to Recall Progressive District Attorneys?

San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin is facing a recall election in June and another effort is underway to push Los Angeles DA George Gascon out of office.  Both are seen as progressive when it comes to crime, and have butted heads with law enforcement agencies.
Guest: Marisa Lagos, KQED Political Correspondent

Governor Newsom Says Update Coming for Masks in Schools, Endemic Plan

Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law Wednesday that would extend supplemental paid sick leave.  He also said state health officials will be releasing more information in the coming days on masking in schools.

Young Climate Change Activists in California Continue the Push for Action

Almost 60% of young people aged 16 to 25 feel worried or extremely worried about climate change, according to a survey released late last year that  polled people in 10 countries. Some younger people in California are channeling that anxiety into action.  
Reporter: Gabriella Frenes, The California Report

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