After being the only county in the most restrictive ‘purple’ tier, Merced County is now in the red. What took so long and why a backlog of COVID-19 tests delayed the county’s reopening. Plus, Truckee’s rental crisis deepens as Bay Area property owners move into their Tahoe homes, forcing long-time renters to leave. CapRadio Jazz Host Andrew Mills also joins us with some of his favorite music selections and tells us about events planned for this summer.

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When everyone shifted to online learning because of the pandemic, not all services carried over; we’ll talk about how English learners have fallen behind and what schools can do to help them catch up. Plus, why Asian Americans are keeping their kids at home from school, and a look at the River Fox Train reopening along the Sacramento River.

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The city of Bishop in Inyo County shares the hardships of being one of two counties still in the most restrictive tier, with the beloved and historic Mule Days celebration just weeks away. Plus, UC Davis Health offers some manageable solutions for the mental toll on adults and children during the pandemic, and The Center for the Arts in Nevada County reflects on the impact the foothill arts and performance center endured during closures, as they begin to reopen a year later.

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Today on Insight, a closer look at the various aspects and implications of the COVID-19 vaccination rollout in California. President Biden also announced new initiatives to curb gun violence and mass shootings; we explore the President's plans, 'ghost guns,' and more. Plus, the importance and benefits of being more active as the pandemic ends.

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Today on Insight, the considerations of COVID-19 as schools reopen and students return to in-person classes. The San Francisco Giants’ home opener is also Friday and we’ll hear about the team’s safety protocols for attending a game. Plus, the transformation of Sacramento’s historic power station into a modern center of science and innovation.

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Today on Insight, Gov. Gavin Newsom’s announcement to completely reopen California by June 15th and what boxes need to be checked for that to become a reality. Plus, hard-hit nursing homes are finally seeing some light and family time across the country, and we’ll explain how denim supports Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

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Today on Insight, why California is closely watching a $2.2 trillion infrastructure proposal on Capitol Hill. We also look at closing the digital divide and cleaner water across the Central Valley through a major boost to transportation. Plus, a look at Sacramento’s progress in making the city’s cannabis industry equitable for those hardest hit.

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California will allow indoor live performances and events starting this month; we learn the latest today, including updates on the state’s mass vaccination sites. The sale of counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl is also on the rise and a pair of guests give us their insights into the dangers. Plus, what to expect from the Crocker Art Museum, which is set to reopen this week after being closed 11 of the past 12 months due to the pandemic.

Today is also the day Vicki Gonzalez goes live as your new Insight host. Learn more about Vicki and what she'll bring to Insight here.

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Despite a year of pandemic lockdowns and closures, Governor Newsom’s approval ratings are holding steady. But, will they be good enough to beat a recall vote? New survey numbers in California show the Governor might be able to survive, but a few things still need to happen to help him win over skeptical and angry voters. Plus, the grassroots effort to get the COVID-19 vaccine to the most rural corners of the state, and meeting Insight’s new host, Vicki Gonzalez.

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Another group will soon be eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccines; a CalMatters reporter joins the show with more about how ready the state is for an influx of people wanting an appointment. Plus, have you been asked to pay for a vaccine? We talk about why you don’t have to and how to ensure your personal information is safe. And it is the International Transgender Day of Visibility; CapRadio’s Vicki Gonzalez brings us her reporting and some of her conversation with Ebony Ava Harper.

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