Sacramento mayor on State of the City and what’s next after his term endsAugust 31, 2023 | Mike HagertyLast week Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg made three announcements at separate panels dealing with music, homelessness, and affordable housing and public transportation. He spoke with CapRadio about those proposals and what’s next for him. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentClimate change makes wildfires in California more explosiveAugust 30, 2023A new study pins about 25% of the extra risk on human-caused climate change.
Rancho Cordova is splitting its City Council into districts. Here’s what’s next.August 30, 2023 | Kristin LamRancho Cordova is one of three cities in Sacramento County with at-large City Council members, but it’s working to change elections and representation.
Health CareCalifornia ballot initiative will seek to restrict gender-affirming care for trans youthAugust 30, 2023 | Kate WolffeA small group of activists has filed proposals for three 2024 state ballot initiatives. Among them is a measure that would ask voters to decide whether trans minors should be allowed to medically transition in any way.
As California closes prisons, correctional officers land a $1 billion contract with raises and moreAugust 30, 2023Gov. Gavin Newsom has closed two state prisons and he has plans to shut two more by 2025. A new contract for correctional officers offers new perks to the guards who stay.
EnvironmentIt's big! It's bright! It's a rare blue supermoon! Here's how to check it outAugust 29, 2023The Earth's lunar sidekick will appear extra big and bright as it reaches its fullest stage on Wednesday. It's not just the biggest supermoon this year, it's also a rare blue supermoon.
EnvironmentSacramento region could see smoke from northern wildfires as winds pick upAugust 29, 2023 | Chris HaganStrong northerly winds could push smoke from wildfires burning near the California-Oregon border into the Sacramento Valley this week, impacting air quality.
EnvironmentDry winds are increasing fire concerns in Sacramento regionAugust 29, 2023 | Manola SecairaExperts say the extremely wet winter has made wildfires more difficult to predict this year.
State GovernmentCalifornia state Senate leader says she will step down from leadership postAugust 29, 2023The leader of the California Senate says she will step down from her leadership post. Toni Atkins was the first woman and the first openly gay person to lead the California Senate. State Sen. Mike McGuire will replace her.
Health CareCoronavirus FAQs: How worrisome is the new variant? How long do boosters last?August 29, 2023Readers are curious about the new variant, currently known a BA.2.86. Also: Lots of questions about boosters. Can you get it at the same time as a flu shot? And how long does protection last?
