Coronavirus Pandemic Decimates State Budget
State lawmakers there are looking at painful cuts to the state budget. Governor Gavin Newsom has projected a somber picture in his revised budget proposal for the state post-coronavirus.
Reporter: Katie Orr, KQED Politics
California's Schools Face Deep Budget Cuts
Just as schools across the state gear up to reopen, they’re facing deep budget cuts. Governor Newsom is asking legislators to approve some adjustments to soften the blow.
Reporter: Julia McEvoy, KQED
Less Money for Housing for Homeless in Revised Budget
An ambitious plan to invest more than 1 billion dollars from the general fund to tackle homelessness. It’s been scrubbed from the Governor’s revised budget.
Reporter: Molly Solomon, KQED
Governor's Budget Proposes Cuts to Medi-Cal
In addition to the many other reductions, Governor Gavin Newsom has announced substantial cuts to Medi-Cal as part of his May revision to California’s budget.
Reporter: April Dembosky, KQED
Help for Nursing Homes in Latest Federal Relief Package
In Washington, the House of Representatives will vote on a coronavirus relief package today. It’ll include a proposed $500 million specifically for nursing homes.
Reporter: Molly Peterson, KQED Science
Growing Food and Veggies in South LA
COVID19 times have uncovered a sad irony: As farmers report crops rotting in the fields, hunger is growing nationwide. Food banks are seeing demand skyrocket. One organization in South LA is dedicated to making its community more self sufficient when it comes to food.
Reporter: Deepa Fernandes