The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, Sept. 14. North State schools struggle to hire specialized teachers
Nearly 1 out of 5 classes in California is being taught by a teacher without the credentials to teach that course, according to the nonprofit education publication EdSource. Hiring teachers with specialized credentials is even more of a challenge for small and rural schools, which often have to rely on temporary waivers for teachers without the credentials to be able to teach subjects like math and special education.
— Alec Stutson, NSPR
Gas prices continue to rise in California
The average cost of a gallon of gasoline in California is now close to $5.53, up 16 cents from a week ago, according to AAA. Gas price analysts say that's because the West Coast is dealing with tight supply. The California Energy Commission says prices should start to drop again in the coming week.
— Ted Goldberg (KQED), The California Report
Californians asked to get their flu shot and COVID-19 booster
State health officials are advising Californians to get a flu shot in addition to the COVID-19 vaccination or booster. The California Department of Public Health says it’s safe to get both on the same day.
— Nimah Gobir (KQED), The California Report
Newsom records TV ad opposing Prop. 30
Gov. Gavin Newsom appeared in a TV commercial airing statewide this week — not for his own re-election — but against a ballot proposition. Proponents of Proposition 30 say it would add a 1.75% tax on personal income over $2 million and use that money to provide subsidies for electric vehicles and training for firefighters. Newsom and Proposition 30 opponents say the money will help the ride-share company Lyft ease its own transition to a pure-electric fleet.
— CapRadio Staff
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