Sacramento area state Senator - and pediatrician - Richard Pan says he's cautiously optimistic about a coronavirus vaccine arriving soon in California.

Story by Steve Milne.

(Photo: In this March 16, 2020, file photo, pharmacist Michael Witte holds a tray with a syringe containing a shot that will be used in the first clinical trial of a potential vaccine for COVID-19 - AP Photo/Ted S. Warren, File)

Could President Donald Trump pardon himself? CapRadio’s Mike Hagerty spoke with PolitiFact California reporter Chris Nichols to explore that question in our weekly Can You Handle The Truth segment.

Story by Mike Haggerty.

California Governor Gavin Newsom dropped hints of another stay-at-home order if coronavirus cases don’t improve. But officials from a handful of counties are still in the dark about any plans.

Story by Nicole Nixon.

(Photo: via CapRadio)

Uber, Lyft, and other companies are looking to pass similar measures in other states, or at the federal level. Drivers opposed to Prop 22 will continue to fight in other states, and focus on smaller battles in California.

Story by Scott Rodd.

Two-thirds of California is in at least some degree of drought at the moment. With little rain in the forecast and a predicted dry winter climate, scientists say drought could get a lot worse. But is the beginning of another multi-year drought?

Story by Ezra David Romero.

(Photo: The National Drought Mitigation Center)

Over the weekend, Los Angeles County issued a new stay-at-home order. Now, Governor Gavin Newsom is warning other parts of California could be headed there, too. He also teased plans about distributing 327,000 doses of a coronavirus vaccine soon.

Story by Nicole Nixon.

Nearly nine months into the pandemic, many healthcare workers are not being regularly tested for exposure to COVID-19. But, a first-in-the-nation directive from California’s public health department will change that.

Story by Mike Haggerty.

COVID-19 Pandemic Can Exacerbate Stress, Depression During The Holidays, Especially For Those Who Are Isolated.

Story by Sammy Caiola.

The certification of election results is getting a lot more attention this year. CapRadio's Nick Miller explains California is scheduled to certify its vote over the next two weeks.

Story by Nick Miller.

(Photo: Andrew Nixon / CapRadio)

A letter released last week by the agency that governs utilities said PG&E will be held accountable to fulfill its wildfire safety plans.

Story by Ezra David Romero.

The day before Thanksgiving a major announcement was made about the California department that permits oil exploration. The Department of Finance audited the California Geologic Energy Management Division — or CalGEM.

Story by Ezra David Romero.

For those who are grieving, estranged from their families or already living with a mental health issue, November and December can be a difficult time of year. The pandemic could be making it worse.

Story by Sammy Caiola.