Daniela Pardo

Sacramento

Sacramento Correspondent at Spectrum News 1 SoCal

Sacramento Correspondent for @SpecNews1SoCal. Lover of people, dogs, food, and travel. | IG: danielapardo

Articles

Sanders, AOC's 'Fighting Oligarchy' makes 2nd-to-last stop in NorCal

1 week ago | spectrumnews1.com | Daniela Pardo

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — After nearly two months of traveling to mostly conservative parts of the country, Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s “Fighting Oligarchy” tour is making its last stop in Montana on Wednesday.
Proposed 2026 ballot initiative in California would require voter ID

2 weeks ago | spectrumnews1.com | Daniela Pardo

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Requiring proof of citizenship in U.S. elections has been one of President Donald Trump’s longtime ambitions. The president recently signed an executive order that aims to establish new voting requirements, including proof of citizenship and a mandate for all mail ballots to be received by Election Day.
State workers challenge Newsom's return-to-office mandate

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Daniela Pardo

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Thousands of state workers had their voice heard this week as they rallied against Gov. Gavin Newsom’s return-to-office order. State employees in Sacramento, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Santa Ana, San Diego and Fresno protested the governor’s mandate for workers to return to the office four days a week. SEIU Local 1000, the union that represents 96,000 state workers, is challenging the governor’s executive order, calling it an "unnecessary move."What You Need To KnowGov.
California students rallied at the capitol in support of after-school programs

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Daniela Pardo

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — While on the campaign trail, President Donald Trump vowed to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. He has called the department a “con job” and earlier this week, the Senate confirmed Linda McMahon as the new secretary of education. The possible elimination of the agency has several education advocates concerned about what that will mean at the local and state level.
California's LGBTQ Caucus unveils priority bills, vows to protect community

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Daniela Pardo

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Members of California’s Legislative LGBTQ Caucus gathered at the state capitol on Wednesday to announce their list of priority bills for the year. Their package of bills includes policy proposals to expand health care access for LGBTQ Californians, combat hate and ramp up protections for transgender people.
California lawmakers are expected to pass 'Trump-proofing' bills

2 months ago | spectrumnews1.com | Daniela Pardo
Camp Fire survivors in Paradise offer support for LA fire victims

2 months ago | spectrumnews1.com | Daniela Pardo

PARADISE, Calif. — As thousands of people affected by the Southern California wildfires figure out the next steps to rebuild their homes, residents in the town of Paradise are offering their support to the Palisades and Altadena communities.
Supporters of Clean California urge Newsom to renew funding

Dec 27, 2024 | spectrumnews1.com | Daniela Pardo

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Gov. Gavin Newsom will unveil his first draft of the state budget in early January. The Legislative Analyst Office estimates California will be a facing a $2 billion deficit. What You Need To KnowClean California is a $1.2 billion, 3-year initiative launched by Gov.
AG Rob Bonta warns Californians of holiday scams

Dec 20, 2024 | spectrumnews1.com | Daniela Pardo

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — With the holiday season in full swing, California Attorney General Rob Bonta wants to remind the public to be extra mindful of online scams that surge during this time of the year.
New law will designate some schools as 'Black-Serving Institutions'

Dec 18, 2024 | spectrumnews1.com | Daniela Pardo

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California colleges and universities will be able to apply for a Black-Serving Institution designation next year due to a new law that goes into effect on January 1st.