EnvironmentWhy California's Wildfires Have Burned So Much Area So Early This SeasonJuly 21, 2017 | Sally LongeneckerCalifornia's wildfires have burned more than three times the acreage compared to this time last year. The intense start is thanks to the thick grasslands left behind after this year's heavy rainfall. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
JazzCapRadio's Really Large Guide To Live Jazz Events (updated Sept. 4)July 21, 2017There's a lot going on in the way of live jazz events all the time in the Sacramento and surrounding regions, as our guide amply demonstrates. Check it out and enjoy some live jazz for yourself! (Updated Sept. 4)
EnvironmentCalif. Department Of Water Resources Gives Green Light To Twin Tunnels ProjectJuly 21, 2017 | Randol WhiteCalifornia's plan to build a pair of massive tunnels to move Sacramento River water past the Delta and into the state's water distribution system, reached a milestone Friday.
EnvironmentContainment Grows For Detwiler FireJuly 21, 2017July 22, UPDATE 1:39 p.m.: CAL FIRE continues to estimate the Detwiler Fire at 75,200 acres with 30 percent containment. It has destroyed more than 100 homes and outbuildings, and another 1,500 structures remain threatened.
Health CareGot Milk? Breastfeeding Crucial For Gut Health, UC Davis Research ShowsJuly 21, 2017 | Sammy CaiolaBreast milk doesn't just feed babies, it also feeds helpful bacteria in their intestines, new research from UC Davis finds. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Unemployment Low For June In Sacramento Area; Statewide Rate Holds SteadyJuly 21, 2017 | Ben Adler | Steve MilneThe Sacramento area unemployment rate in June was 4.8 percent. We haven't seen a June unemployment rate that low since June of 2006, when the jobless rate was 4.7 percent. But statewide, the June unemployment numbers aren't all good news. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
To Shrink Mosquito Population, Scientists Are Releasing 20 Million MosquitoesJuly 21, 2017Scientists plan to release millions of sterile, male bacteria-infected mosquitoes in California, to breed with wild females. They're hoping for a "steep decline" in the species that carries Zika.
Reports: Sean Spicer Resigns As White House Press SecretaryJuly 21, 2017Multiple outlets are reporting that Spicer resigned after objecting to President Trump's apparent decision to offer the job of White House communications director job to New York financier Anthony Scaramucci.
Amador High Cross Country Team Runs To Raise Money For Homeless ChildrenJuly 21, 2017 | Bob MoffittA northern California high school cross country team hopes to run 200 miles in 24 hours on Saturday to raise money for homeless children. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Wilton Rancheria Casino, Western Health Advantage, Raley's GrowlersJuly 21, 2017 | Steve MilnePlans for a casino in the south end of Elk Grove moved forward this week. But it's far from a done deal. The Sacramento Business Journal's Digital Editor Sonya Sorich has the story...plus news about Western Health Advantage expanding in the Bay Area. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
