Good morning, and welcome to the Essential California newsletter. Newsletter The stories shaping California Get up to speed with our Essential California newsletter, sent six days a week. California reported an average of 13,800 new coronavirus cases a day over the past week, according to data released Friday, down 12% from the previous week. Judy Sakaki announced Monday that she is stepping down.The announcement marks the latest fallout from searing criticism over how California State University handles sexual harassment and retaliation complaints . But chefs say it’s less about specific flavors and dishes and more about the philosophy that inspires California cuisine .

Source: Los Angeles Times June 11, 2022 18:45 UTC