The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, Oct. 13.
South County Food Pantry Project to address food insecurity
The Butte County Board of Supervisors Tuesday approved a resolution allocating $428,783 in coronavirus grant money to address food insecurity. Officials say the money will fund a new program administered by the Community Action Agency of Butte County called the South County Food Pantry Project.
— Andre Byik, NSPR
November midterms could reshape California’s political landscape
Due to redistricting after the 2020 census, an unusually high number of lawmakers in the state will not be serving after the November election, according to The Associated Press.
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— Adia White, NSPR
New state law aims to encourage sustainable transportation
California has passed a parking reform law that environmental advocates have rallied behind for years. The bill bans cities from requiring parking spaces with new developments built within a half mile of public transit. Supporters of the new law say this will encourage people to use other modes of transportation, which could reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
— CapRadio Staff
Prop. 29 would create new regulations for dialysis clinics
Proposition 29 on the November ballot would add new rules for California’s dialysis clinics. If the measure passes, at least one physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant would need to be on site at every clinic location, in addition to the registered nurses and technicians already there. Supporters say the measure could improve patient care and increase transparency. The opposition says new staffing requirements could be too expensive for some clinics. Read more about all seven of the state’s propositions.
— Ana Ibarra, CalMatters
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In case you missed it
- Chico State president announces retirement — NSPR
- ‘Women’s Wave’ rally held in Chico for reproductive rights — NSPR
- Fire survivors express relief for state tax exemption on PG&E settlement funds — NSPR
- Five California tribes collaborate to protect marine ecosystems — NSPR
- Hay shortage is costing North State farmers — NSPR
- What's On The Ballot? Here's a look at California's 2022 Propositions — CapRadio
- California offers to reduce imports of Colorado River water — CalMatters
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