Health Care‘Food Hubs’ In Sacramento’s Low Income Neighborhoods Could Combat Hunger, Support EntrepreneursJune 7, 2021 | Sammy CaiolaThe city of Sacramento is partnering with nonprofits on a federally funded project that could bring community kitchens, retail spaces and cafes to neighborhoods outside the downtown area. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Approves A Pilot Program For Driverless RidesJune 6, 2021California is allowing the company Cruise to offer free rides to passengers in its driverless cars — without safety drivers on board.
EnvironmentCalifornia’s Reservoirs Face Dangerously Low LevelsJune 5, 2021 | Steve MilneExperts say the current drought is hotter and drier than previous ones, meaning water is evaporating faster.
U.S. Judge Overturns California's Ban On Assault WeaponsJune 5, 2021Judge Roger Benitez ruled that the state was unlawfully depriving Californians of weapons allowed in most other states and by the Supreme Court. Gov. Gavin Newsom has condemned the decision.
State GovernmentAdvocacy Groups Gather At Capitol To Protest Deportation Of Vietnamese RefugeeJune 4, 2021 | Janelle SalangaLam Hong Le’s case is one example of the ways that undocumented immigrants in sanctuary state California continue to face double punishment — detention and deportation after serving time in prison.
Nevada Democrats Make Vote-By-Mail Permanent, Expand Automatic Voter Registration In Final Days Of SessionJune 4, 2021 | Bert JohnsonNevada Democrats passed sweeping election reforms during this year’s legislative session, which wrapped up at midnight on Memorial Day. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Hey, Listen!I Am Strikes On Embracing YourselfJune 4, 2021 | Nick Brunner | Andrew GarciaModern Music Director Nick Brunner spoke with I Am Strikes (aka Kelly Rosenthal) to talk about her musical inclinations as a child learning songs on a one-string ukulele, and why being yourself as an artist and a person is so important. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
JazzSaxophonist Alexa Tarantino Shines Bright with 'Firefly'June 4, 2021 | Andrew MillsAlexa Tarantino is a shining star saxophonist and composer at the forefront of today’s exciting jazz scene. She spoke with CapRadio’s Andrew Mills on recording an album through a pandemic, learning a new language, and more. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Extends Outdoor Dining, To-Go Drinks Through Dec. 31 June 3, 2021Even as the state prepares to lift coronavirus restrictions on June 15, some changes such as outdoor dining and to-go drinks will likely remain in many California cities. Gov. Gavin Newsom announced pandemic extensions through Dec. 31.
Can You Handle The Truth?: Fact-Checking Vice President Kamala Harris’ Claim On Small Business ClosuresJune 3, 2021 | Chris NicholsHarris said one-third of all small businesses have closed during the pandemic. A Harvard University economic tracker and related surveys support her claim. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
