EducationCalifornia colleges agree on how to interpret in-state tuition law for undocumented studentsAdvocates say many students have been wrongfully denied in-state tuition because of misinformation and different interpretations of the law.
Sacramento RegionCity says Camp Resolution can continue operation, will hold off on terminating lease
EnvironmentMay 7, 2024California reports the first increase in groundwater supplies in 4 yearsAfter massive downpours flooded California’s rivers and packed mountains with snow, the state has reported the first increase in groundwater supplies in four years.
EducationMay 7, 2024California could require kids to learn how to manage money. Should voters decide curriculum?A ballot initiative that would require a personal finance class in high school circumvents the usual process for curriculum changes.
Health CareMay 6, 2024California is investing $500M in therapy apps for youth. Advocates fear it won’t pay off.California launched two teletherapy apps as part of the governor’s $500 million foray into health technology with private companies. But the rollout has been so slow that social workers worry youths who need clinical care won’t get referrals.
Sacramento RegionMay 3, 2024Don’t put your umbrellas away yet: Late spring storm brings rain, snow to Northern CaliforniaSacramento could see a half to 1 inch of rain, while 4-8 inches of snow could fall at higher elevations in the Sierra Saturday. Forecasters expect dry weather to return by Sunday.
EnvironmentMay 3, 2024Manola SecairaSacramento temperature blanket 2024: Cool weather continued in March, AprilWeather-wise, things have been pretty chill — no pun intended. Cooler temperatures and precipitation have put us in a better spot ahead of wildfire season.
Sacramento RegionMay 2, 2024Claire MorganTony RodriguezChris HaganPro-Palestine encampment at Sac State permitted to stay through May 8, university saysThe group is led by Students for Justice in Palestine at Sac State, and demonstrators are asking for the university to divest from companies that do business with Israel.
Sacramento RegionMay 2, 2024Kristin LamCity of Sacramento releases budget plan to close deficit with cuts, fee increasesTo close the $66 million deficit, City Manager Howard Chan is proposing increasing parking and sports field fees, as well as cutting funding for some services.
EnvironmentMay 2, 2024Manola SecairaPresident Biden announces expansion of Berryessa Snow Mountain National MonumentEnvironmental advocates and tribes have rallied to include Molok Luyuk to the monument since 2015.
State GovernmentMay 2, 2024Californians are protecting themselves from wildfire. Why is there still an insurance crisis?Lawmakers want mitigation measures to be tracked, updated and accounted for to help insurance availability and affordability.
EducationMay 1, 2024Violence erupts at UCLA as protests over Israel's war in Gaza escalate across the U.S.Members of pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel groups in Los Angeles clashed, with reports of fireworks and pepper spray use. Elsewhere, universities are tearing down encampments and arresting students.