Amgen Sacramento Attracts International CrowdMay 10, 2015 | Bob MoffittFans around the world are watching the Amgen Tour cycling race this week. The crowds at the event Sunday have an international flair as well. They sampled the food, spent time with friends, and asked the tour to showcase female athletes more.
Mark Cavendish Wins First Stage Of Tour Of CaliforniaMay 10, 2015(AP) — Britain's Mark Cavendish powered past Slovakia's Peter Sagan just before the finish line Sunday to win the first stage of the Tour of California.
Storify: Amgen Tour Of California Races Underway In SacramentoMay 10, 2015A compilation of social media postings from the start and finish lines of the Men's and Women's races for the 2015 Amgen Tour of California in Sacramento.
Riders: Amgen Tour Second To OneMay 9, 2015 | Bob MoffittProfessional cyclists say the Amgen Tour of California is second only to the Tour de France when it comes to fan support.
Women's Amgen Race Kicks Off In South Lake TahoeMay 8, 2015 | Bob Moffitt | Ky PlaskonThe women's competition in the Amgen Tour of California kicked off today in South Lake Tahoe. This year Amgen increased the number of women’s races from two to four. Racers and fans say that's a step in the right direction. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Nevada Senate Strikes Compromise On Uber Bill; Vote Expected SoonMay 8, 2015(AP) - Bill language that would allow for ride-hailing companies such as Uber in Nevada is back after a similar proposal failed a Senate vote last month.
Nevada Assembly Panel OKs Bill To Put Lab Animals Up For AdoptionMay 8, 2015(AP) - A Nevada Assembly committee has passed a bill requiring laboratories to put dogs and cats up for adoption when they're done performing research on them.
Giants' Hunter Pence Begins One-Week Stint With Sacramento River CatsMay 8, 2015The Sacramento River Cats will have a new bat swinging Friday night-- that of World Series Champion and fan-favorite Hunter Pence.
EnvironmentWest Sacramento Aims To Reduce Water Use By 28 PercentMay 8, 2015The City of West Sacramento is taking steps to meet water use reductions mandated by the State Water Resources Control Board.
State GovernmentAssembly Approves Beer And Wine At Hair SalonsMay 8, 2015(AP) - The California Assembly has approved legislation that would make it legal for hair salons and barbershops to offer customers free beer and wine.