Translator Describes Getting His Family Out of Afghanistan
Mustafa, who didn't want to reveal his last name because he still has family in Afghanistan, was able to get his wife and daughter out of the country, and they just made it to Modesto this week. He described the whole experience as chaotic, but is glad to have resettled in California.
Guest: Mustafa, Afghan Translator
San Diego County Families Evacuated Safely From Afghanistan
Two San Diego County families, who were visiting relatives in Afghanistan, have been evacuated from the country amidst the chaos of the Taliban takeover. They are among several groups in the county, including two dozen students who attend the Cajon Valley Union School District, who found themselves stranded in Afghanistan.
Reporter: Alexandra Rangel, KPBS
First Evacuation Warning Issued for Tahoe Basin
As the Caldor Fire continues to burn its way east, the first evacuation warning has been issued for the Tahoe basin, specifically Christmas Valley in the South Lake Tahoe area.
State Lawmakers Bill Designed to Cut Through Local Zoning Ordinances.
Efforts to loosen zoning rules in single family neighborhoods to create more housing have long been a contentious issue in California. But legislation that could create more multi-family housing took a big step forward in Sacramento Thursday.
Reporter: Katie Orr, KQED