The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Tuesday, July 12.
The House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol is holding a public hearing today. NSPR will be airing special coverage of the hearing starting at 10 a.m.Recount requested for several key Shasta County races
The Shasta County clerk and registrar of voters is set to present certified election results to the Board of Supervisors today. The move comes as a recount has been requested for several key races.
— Adia White, NSPR
Contagious Omicron subvariants detected in Butte County
COVID-19 rates in Butte County increased in mid-April, but they appear to be falling over the last month. Health officials say they’re not seeing a sharp increase in cases, but the newer and more transmissible BA.4 and BA.5 Omicron subvariants have been detected.
— Ken Devol, NSPR
Monkeypox cases on rise in California; Biden announces vaccine plan
While the coronavirus continues to spread, another virus outbreak is on the rise in California — monkeypox. There are over 140 possible and confirmed cases of the virus in the state as of this week. President Joe Biden’s administration has announced almost 300,000 doses of vaccine would become available nationwide in the coming weeks.
— CapRadio Staff
Battle continues to contain Yosemite’s Washburn Fire
The Washburn Fire in California’s Yosemite National Park has charred more than 2,000 acres and is threatening giant sequoias that are among the oldest trees in the world. Protecting those trees is a top priority as crews work to contain the flames.
— CapRadio Staff
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In case you missed it
- As California positions itself as a safe haven for abortions, access is limited for rural residents — NSPR
- COVID-19 vaccines for children 6 months and older arrive in Butte County— NSPR
- Planned Parenthood Northern California stays the course after Roe v. Wade decision — NSPR
- Being ‘triggered’ after a disaster like a wildfire is a normal part of recovery— NSPR
- Some seniors and disabled people will miss out on new California state payments — CalMatters
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