State Government‘Vast majority’ of Americans reject political violence, Davis gun violence researcher saysJuly 17, 2024 | Jen Picard | Chris NicholsIn 2022, researchers with the Davis-based California Firearm Violence Research Center found that a third of Americans supported political violence. But that number has dropped to less than 25% in 2024.
EducationSacramento’s students are miles away from Gaza, but that doesn’t quell their anxiety about the warJuly 17, 2024 | Srishti PrabhaDistrict officials across the Sacramento region said they have equipped teachers with the resources to host conversation in their classrooms. But students say they want more discussion about the war in school settings, with figures they trust.
EnvironmentJudge temporarily blocks state order to growers who depleted groundwaterJuly 16, 2024A Kings County judge granted a temporary restraining order against the state’s unprecedented mandate. Growers there will not have to meter their groundwater use for now.
Sacramento RegionAthletics' temporary Sacramento ballpark will have hydration element because of summer heatJuly 16, 2024A new artificial turf surface at the Oakland Athletics’ temporary home in Sacramento, California, will have a hydration element because of summer heat at the open-air ballpark.
State GovernmentThe real Kamala Harris: What her California years revealJuly 16, 2024Is she on track to be the first Democratic president from California? Here are nine ways that California shaped Kamala Harris and that Harris has shaped California.
EnvironmentThings to know about heat deaths as a dangerously hot summer shapes up in the western USJuly 16, 2024A dangerously hot summer has shaped up in the U.S. West. Extreme heat is suspected in dozens of recent deaths, including retirees in Oregon and a motorcyclist in Death Valley, California.
State GovernmentCalifornia is 1st state to ban school rules requiring parents get notified of child’s pronoun changeJuly 15, 2024California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law barring school districts from passing policies requiring schools to notify parents if their child asks to change their gender identification.
State GovernmentHow a California bill aims to make it easier for lawmakers, political candidates to pay for security measuresJuly 15, 2024 | Manola SecairaThe attempted assassination of Donald Trump sparked renewed conversations about the need to protect lawmakers. But violence and threats against legislators aren’t new.
EnvironmentCalifornia’s freshwater ecosystems are in urgent peril: new report suggests a portfolio of tools may helpJuly 15, 2024Nearly half of the state’s freshwater species are vulnerable to extinction, while only 6% are protected under endangered regulations, according to a May PPIC report.
State GovernmentA look at the history of presidential assassination attempts in AmericaJuly 15, 2024Before Saturday’s attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, there have been multiple instances of political violence targeting U.S. presidents, former presidents and major party presidential candidates.
State GovernmentBiden calls for unity following Trump assassination attemptJuly 15, 2024Biden called to "lower the temperature" in politics in remarks Sunday after the former president was shot at during a political rally.
EnvironmentHomeless advocates say cities, counties should distribute tools to prevent fires in encampmentsJuly 15, 2024 | Manola SecairaLast month, a fire originating from a Rancho Cordova encampment burned nearly 600 acres. Advocates say unhoused people should be equipped with tools like fire extinguishers to help stop them. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareLifesaving drugs and police projects mark first use of opioid settlement cash in CaliforniaJuly 15, 2024California is in line for more than $4 billion in opioid settlement funds, and local governments are most often spending the first tranche of money on lifesaving drugs. An exclusive California Healthline analysis also found projects to help police de
EnvironmentHiking during extreme heat can be deadly. Here's why and how to stay safeJuly 12, 2024Heat records have been crumbling this summer in the U.S., creating dangerous conditions for those exerting themselves outside. When the body gets overheated, it struggles to perform basic functions.
EducationCal Poly Humboldt President Tom Jackson Jr. to step downJuly 12, 2024During his five-year tenure, Jackson oversaw the campus' transition to becoming California's third polytechnic university.
Business Journal: Despite Pandemic, Large Sports Bar Plans To Open In Sacramento’s Downtown Commons This FallFebruary 27, 2021It marks a sign of optimism for downtown Sacramento after a year of pandemic-related challenges. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: New Industrial Development Coming Soon To North NatomasFebruary 12, 2021As the coronavirus pandemic has kept people indoors, many have turned to shopping online as a way to stay safe. According to the Sacramento Business Journal, the industrial sector is booming in Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Sears Is Closing In Arden Fair Mall. What’s Next? It’s Still UnclearFebruary 5, 2021In their announcement, Arden Fair representatives said they've known this day was coming for more than five years. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: The Future Of Office Space In Sacramento In A Post-Coronavirus WorldJanuary 29, 2021Sacramento’s market for office space has declined for the first year in nearly a decade as the coronavirus pandemic has radically changed the way people work. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Some Sacramento-Area Restaurants Are Surviving The PandemicJanuary 22, 2021With the shifting coronavirus restrictions in California, many local restaurants have had to make the hard decision to close over the past year. But some have survived due to support from the community. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.