Arts and LifestyleTheatre Review: The HomecomingMay 18, 2015 | Jeff HudsonBritish playwright Harold Pinter won the Nobel Prize, but his plays are rarely seen in Sacramento. Now Capital Stage is mounting Pinter’s bleak and controversial comedy “The Homecoming.” It remains as edgy and impressive as ever. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentUSDA: Forest Health Can Improve Water SupplyMay 18, 2015 | Amy QuintonA top USDA official recommends forest thinning and controlled burns to prevent catastrophic wildfires. He says those tools could also help provide water. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentWomen Make Up Half Of Brown's Political AppointeesMay 18, 2015 | Katie OrrOrganizations throughout California are working to get more women involved in politics. But running for political office may not be practical for everyone. Instead, some women are opting to pursue government appointments. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Drought: Sacramento’s Gold Rush Days Back With Water Saving PlanMay 18, 2015 | Ed JoyceAfter it was called off in 2014 due to the drought, Old Town Sacramento's Gold Rush Days is back in 2015. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Undocumented Immigration In CaliforniaMixed Status Family In Different Stages Of ImmigrationMay 18, 2015 | Steve MilneCapital Public Radio is launching a year-long initiative examining undocumented immigration in California. And we begin with a story about a “mixed-status” family -- where everyone is in a different stage of the immigration process. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
City of Sacramento: Spend Some Now, Save Some For LaterMay 18, 2015In the City of Sacramento's budget proposal, there is an increase of $90 million over last year for city projects. But, the City says it should save some of that money to pay for future expenditures that are guaranteed to require money.
Closest Finish Ever At AmgenMay 17, 2015 | Bob MoffittBonus seconds for the top three riders were difference as a photo finish decides the overall winner of the 2015 Amgen Tour of California.
Mt. Baldy Knocks Sagan Out Of First At AmgenMay 16, 2015 | Bob MoffittWorld, meet Julian Alaphilippe -already winning the sub-category of best young rider at Amgen. Now, he's leading the whole thing.
Arts and LifestyleSacramento Makers Showcase Their Creations On A World Stage At Maker FaireMay 16, 2015 | Melody StoneInventors, tinkerers, artists, musicians, engineers, and makers of all types came together in San Mateo to display their creations for the world to see. Creators from Sacramento brought a giant tape city, a laser maze and crafts for kids.
Sagan Time Trial Puts Him In The Lead At AmgenMay 15, 2015 | Bob MoffittThe Amgen Tour of California's most consistent rider hadn't worn the yellow jersey all week. But, a blistering ride in southern California on Friday put him on top of the leaderboard.