U.S. home prices have far outpaced paychecks. See what it looks like where you liveJune 20, 2024In nearly half of metro areas, buyers must make more than $100,000 to afford a median-priced home, a Harvard University report finds. And home prices this year reached a new all-time high.
Willie Mays - the 'Say Hey Kid' considered baseball's best all-around player - dies at 93June 18, 2024Willie Mays is widely considered to be the greatest baseball player of all time. The "Say Hey Kid" had incomparable skills and an infectious smile. He dazzled on the field and off.
State GovernmentSome California state workers return to offices with tainted waterJune 18, 2024The bacteria that can cause Legionnaires’ disease have been found in a state office complex in Sacramento. An order requiring state employees to return to the office at least two days a week started Monday.
State GovernmentCalifornia hits Amazon with fines under warehouse worker lawJune 18, 2024A 2021 law has resulted in a $6 million penalty against Amazon for allegedly not notifying employees at two Inland Empire facilities of production targets.
EnvironmentSacramento temperature blanket 2024: Temperatures heat up, and a wildfire outlook for coming monthsJune 18, 2024 | Manola SecairaSweltering temperatures have resulted in a series of excessive heat warnings for the Sacramento Valley — and some new colors in our temperature blanket.
Sacramento RegionThe KYDS are alright: El Camino High School student radio station elevates kids' voicesJune 18, 2024 | Kate WolffeKYDS is produced by students at El Camino Fundamental High School. It’s the only high school radio station in Sacramento, and one of about a dozen in the state. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentFirefighters work to contain multiple wildfires in Northern CaliforniaJune 17, 2024 | Chris Hagan | Manola SecairaNearly a dozen large wildfires were burning across the state Monday evening. A red flag warning for increased wildfire risk is set to expire Tuesday at 8 a.m.
Sacramento RegionSacramento opens applications for Northgate Boulevard business grant programJune 17, 2024 | Kristin LamIndependently owned and operated businesses along Northgate Boulevard can apply for up to $15,000 for exterior improvements.
Sacramento RegionLes Tattoos blends inclusion and artistry to craft a queer-inclusive studioJune 17, 2024 | Tony RodriguezOwner Mari Dominguez says her shop is the largest LGBTQIA+ female-owned and operated studio on the West Coast. It aims to provide a space that reflects queer community values and perspectives.
EducationKindergartners are missing a lot of school. This district has a fixJune 17, 2024In many places, kindergartners are as likely to be chronically absent as high school seniors, but one school district in rural California is doing something about it. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
