Wildfires burned more than 4 million acres in California last year setting a new record. As Rich Ibarra reports, Wildfire Preparedness Week started Monday to increase the safety and survivability of people’s homes.

Story by Rich Ibarra.

(Photo: A burned street in Paradise after the Camp Fire in November 2018 - Andrew Nixon / Capital Public Radio).

California’s recall election went into full swing Tuesday, with a campaign launch featuring a live bear and embattled Governor Gavin Newsom defending his record managing the state.

Story by Nicole Nixon.

LGBTQ+ people experiencing homelessness will benefit from a new program that aims to improve the care they receive in shelters – by offering diversity training to the shelter staff.

Story by Suzanne Potter.