State GovernmentCalifornia’s climate funding priorities put transit, affordable housing programs at riskState regulators approved changes to the cap-and-invest program aimed at limiting energy price increases. Climate advocates warn the move could cut funding for affordable housing, public transit and other climate programs. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNearly 150,000 mail ballots rejected in California's primary despite efforts to count every vote
Sacramento RegionJuly 27, 2026Greg MicekSarit Laschinsky‘Tread lightly’: Esparto lawsuit details Yolo County’s handling of deadly fireworks operationThe complaint names the state fire marshal and three county employees among its numerous defendants, and brings wages claims and workplace safety allegations from a surviving worker.
EnvironmentJuly 27, 2026California can’t replant its forests fast enough to keep up with wildfiresCalifornia’s wildfires are destroying forests faster than the state can replant them, and federal cuts are making the gap worse.
Sacramento RegionJuly 23, 2026Ruth FinchDevelopment of Sacramento’s Railyards is going full steam aheadA laundry list of new developments is set to take place in Sacramento’s historic Railyards, with a stadium in the works, a new medical center, and new housing and shopping districts.
Sacramento RegionJuly 23, 2026Greg MicekPlacer County offers a crash course in running for officeYard signs don't win votes, and grievance doesn't sell. Campaign veterans and election officials shared hard-won advice at Placer County's candidate workshop. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionJuly 22, 2026Keyshawn DavisPopoutnine16: A safe haven for skaters and creativesThe nonprofit organization puts on free events at skate parks that include skate contests, music shows and vendor booths aimed at forming a positive space for creatives.
Sacramento RegionJuly 21, 2026Andrew GarciaSarit LaschinskyMistrial declared in K Street shooting caseA Sacramento County jury was unable to reach a unanimous verdict on second-degree murder charges filed against two men accused of carrying out the deadliest mass shooting in modern Sacramento history.
Sacramento RegionJuly 21, 2026Sarit LaschinskyYolo County court finds former UC Davis student legally insane after conviction for 2023 stabbing spreeJurors did not find Carlos Reales Dominguez guilty of second-degree murder or attempted murder in the attacks, which killed two men and injured a woman.
Sacramento RegionJuly 21, 2026Sarit LaschinskyVicki GonzalezNew improvements and an Aviator’s update: What’s going on at Sacramento’s airports?Sacramento International Airport is adding new infrastructure projects as part of a modernization program. Local officials are also working to address structural issues at an iconic aviation-themed restaurant in Land Park. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
ClassicalJuly 21, 2026Jennifer ReasonLocal Artist feature July 17, 2026: Dr. Brittany Trotter uses the flute to... beatbox!The flute is one of the oldest instruments in the world. Dr. Brittany Trotter is exploring NEW ways to use it! Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentJuly 21, 2026Trump administration says it’s deferring $1B in Medicaid payments to California and MinnesotaThe Trump administration says it’s deferring over $1 billion in Medicaid payments to Minnesota and California because of suspected fraud and noncompliance.
