Lawmakers Take Two Approaches On Affordable HousingJuly 10, 2017 | Ben BradfordCalifornia lawmakers attempting to address the state’s housing crisis are taking two approaches. They’re passing bills to subsidize housing for low-income residents and looking to encourage more building. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento Homeless Population Up 30 Percent Since 2015July 10, 2017 | Sally LongeneckerThe number of people experiencing homelessness in Sacramento County has shot up by 30 percent since 2015, according to data released Monday by the county's homeless coalition. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Nevada Issues 'State Of Emergency' As Marijuana Industry Faces ShortageJuly 10, 2017 | Ky PlaskonMarijuana sales in Nevada are outpacing expectations and dispensaries are running out because no one has been licensed to deliver it.
Health CareWomen With High-Risk Pregnancies Are More Likely To Develop Heart DiseaseJuly 10, 2017Women who develop diabetes or high blood pressure during pregnancy, or whose babies are born prematurely, often are unaware of their own increased risk of heart disease later. So are their doctors.
Caltrans Resurfaces Pioneer Bridge After Previous Materials FailJuly 10, 2017 | Steve MilneStarting tonight, Caltrans will be resurfacing a section of Highway 50 atop the Pioneer Bridge over the Sacramento River. The previous resin-based material began falling apart only months after it was installed three years ago. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareFAQ: How Would The Republican Health Care Bills Affect You?July 10, 2017The bills under consideration in Congress would make big changes in health care coverage and costs for millions of people. Our searchable FAQ provides answers to key questions on where, how and why.
Arts and LifestyleDavis Shakespeare Festival Features 'Three Musketeers' With Lots Of SwordplayJuly 10, 2017 | Jeff HudsonThe Davis Shakespeare Festival is celebrating summer with a fast-paced adventure-comedy with lots of swordplay, “The Three Musketeers," in a recent adaptation by an American playwright. The show features a mind-boggling amount of dueling onstage. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Calif. May Soon Let Colleges Sell Beer Brewed By StudentsJuly 10, 2017 | Daniel PotterA bill headed to Governor Jerry Brown would allow California colleges that teach brewing to sell the beer they make. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezPolitical Junkie Goes WestJuly 10, 2017 | Cody DrabbleThe Political Junkie is turning his analytical gaze west. Ken Rudin, known to NPR listeners from his many years talking all things politics with Neal Conan on "Talk of the Nation," joins Insight host Beth Ruyak for our signature segment. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezTour De Fat Celebration Benefiting Bicyclists Comes To SacramentoJuly 10, 2017 | Chris RemingtonA special event benefiting the Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates will feature live music and circus performances. Jim Brown with SABA and Mike Montali with Hollis Brown join Insight to discuss. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.