EnvironmentLatest Northern California storms allow lower-elevation ski resorts to openJanuary 5, 2024 | Rich IbarraDodge Ridge Ski Resort in Tuolumne County opened Friday after getting 19 inches of snow this week. More is expected as a winter storm warning is in place most of Saturday.
State GovernmentChina promises pandas for the U.S. — specifically California — on the 45th anniversary of the two nations' tiesJanuary 5, 2024Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said the United States and China must insist on peaceful coexistence and promised that giant pandas would return to the U.S. by year end.
Arts and LifestyleSacramento cancels New Year’s Eve fireworks show over Tower Bridge — but here’s how else you can celebrateDecember 29, 2023 | Mike Hagerty | Claire MorganIt’s been four years since revelers saw fireworks reflecting off the waters of the Sacramento River near the Tower Bridge. Now, there’s growing concern that 2019 might have been the grand finale — though no one knew it at the time.
The Sacramento region has its first drive-thru convenience storeDecember 18, 2023 | Mike Hagerty | Tony RodriguezFire Stop, a drive-thru convenience store, is the area’s first. It was founded by a local couple inspired by something they noticed while living in Ohio.
ClassicalSacramento choral ensemble Vox Musica illuminates the holiday spiritDecember 15, 2023 | Jennifer ReasonAs it enters its 18th season, Vox Musica prepares for a holiday concert to bring hope and human connection. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
How New Helvetia’s employees plan to save Sacramento breweryDecember 14, 2023New Helvetia Brewing Company announced a transformational shift from a traditional brewery model to a community and employee-owned cooperative. For a $300 lifetime membership fee, individuals become "member-owners" who vote on major decisions.
EnvironmentYour guide to Wednesday's Geminid meteor showerDecember 13, 2023One of the best and most reliable meteor showers of the year peaks Wednesday night and Thursday morning. And with the moon only a sliver full, viewing conditions should be close to ideal.
Arts and LifestyleSacramento’s LGBTQ+ Experience Project to preserve historic context, city sitesDecember 4, 2023 | Janelle SalangaThe new project will survey community members “where they are” to map out landmarks and places important to Sacramento’s LGBTQ+ community members, using a similar framework to the African American Experience Project.
Arts and LifestyleCalifornia’s first Black-led conservancy acquires hundreds of acres in Placer CountyDecember 1, 2023 | Vicki Gonzalez | Tony RodriguezThe land is located 70 miles northeast of Sacramento and features 650 acres of open space, with lakes and trails the group plans to open to the public. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleNew Sacramento study recommends ways to improve the city’s entertainment economyNovember 29, 2023 | Kristin LamNighttime economy manager Tina Lee-Vogt says the City Council might be able to vote on recommended changes to city rules in January or February.
Arts and LifestyleFind your next favorite read with NPR's Books We LoveNovember 27, 2023NPR’s Books We Love has returned with hundreds of recommendations and a way to find just the one that’s just right for you. Andrew Limbong, host of NPR’s “Book of the Day” podcast, breaks down how to use it and shares his top picks. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleThe Oakland A's are relocating to Las Vegas after MLB owners approve the moveNovember 17, 2023There have been complaints about the Oakland Coliseum being outdated, but negotiations between the A's and the city over a new stadium fell apart. The Vegas stadium is expected to cost $1.5 billion.
Health CareBarbershops in Sacramento host free therapy sessions for Black men ‘to remove taboo’November 17, 2023 | Tony RodriguezThe Greater Sacramento Urban League organizes the events to help foster a sense of community, support and understanding among attendees, ultimately empowering them to address their mental health needs.
I Street community 'freedge' temporarily shuts down after bevy of citationsNovember 15, 2023 | Janelle SalangaAs another community fridge leaves the Sacramento area, a look at the utility, history and legality of community fridges and their role in the local food access ecosystem.
Arts and LifestyleHow to visit a California State Park for freeNovember 13, 2023 | Nicole NixonCalifornia’s state parks and local libraries are teaming up to make access to nature easier and more equitable. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
