Arts and Lifestyle‘It’s like nothing they had ever seen before’: Sacramento science museum hosts immersive Pink Floyd planetarium showJuly 31, 2023 | Vicki GonzalezThe SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity is hosting “The Dark Side of the Moon,” a Pink Floyd-approved planetarium show combining the iconic music with stunning visuals that will take visitors on a journey through the solar system and beyond.
Investor in talks to revive Sacramento Republic FC efforts to join MLSJuly 31, 2023 | Kristin LamThe Stronach Group led by Belinda Stronach has been talking with Sacramento Republic FC and the city about an MLS expansion bid.
Here’s how the incoming CSU Chancellor is preparing for her new roleJuly 31, 2023 | Vicki GonzalezThe California State University’s next Chancellor Mildred García will be the first Latina to helm the state’s 23 campus-system. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EducationNew elementary school opens in Roseville, a testament to former Black superintendent’s legacyJuly 31, 2023 | Srishti PrabhaRoseville's new Rex Fortune Elementary School will bring science, technology, engineering, arts and math education to under-resourced students in Center Joint Unified School District. Its first day of instruction begins Aug. 7.
EducationStudent leaders, lieutenant governor urge Cal State to delay vote on tuition increaseJuly 30, 2023CSU trustees plan to vote in September on annual 6% tuition increases
EnvironmentThe hidden cost of California’s hot workplaces: 20,000 job injuries a yearJuly 30, 2023A workers comp study says one day above 100 degrees can cause 15% more accidents, costing workers and employers millions. A new advisory panel may help the state improve its work heat rules.
Health CareThe CDC sees signs of a late summer COVID waveJuly 30, 2023In July, coronavirus infections, hospitalizations and emergency room visits have inched up. Recent summers have seen a bump in COVID-19. This year's rise looks modest so far.
California forbids plans to unmask workers at In-N-Out — and most other workplacesJuly 29, 2023The iconic California burger joint known for its crossed palm trees and cups printed with Bible verses banned its employees in five states from wearing masks at work.
As these farmworkers' children seek a different future, who will pick the crops?July 29, 2023U.S. farms have faced worker shortages for years. Now compounding the problem: The children of farmworkers are leaving the fields, forcing farm owners to look to other countries for labor.
California State Fair juggles change, tradition and another hot yearJuly 28, 2023 | Janelle SalangaOn the verge of the fair’s 170th anniversary, fairgoers and vendors share thoughts on how rotating priorities and higher summer temperatures impact the fair’s future.
