EnvironmentFeeling climate pessimism? Sacramentans offer guidance on sticking to green New Year’s resolutionsJanuary 29, 2024 | Manola SecairaTo kick off the new year, CapRadio spoke to people who’ve created their own pathways to caring for the environment — whether that means fighting plastic pollution or getting involved in urban gardening. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentSouth Sacramento public park receives $8.5 million State Parks grant for expansionJanuary 29, 2024 | Tony RodriguezJack N. Sheldon Park in South Sacramento secured an $8.5 million grant to improve tennis courts, add lighting and a playground, among other enhancements, to become a regional hub for recreation.
Environment'Hot droughts' are becoming more common in the arid West, new study findsJanuary 29, 2024Scientists looked at trees to better understand the interplay between temperatures and droughts in the Western U.S. Human-caused climate change is exacerbating both.
EnvironmentAfter a sunny weekend, another atmospheric river is expected for Sacramento this weekJanuary 26, 2024 | Steve Milne | Manola SecairaThe Sacramento region will go from possible record-high temperatures this weekend to another atmospheric river next week. State officials are attempting to combat what they called misinformation about the severity of the coming system.
Health CareJN.1 takes over as the most prevalent COVID-19 variant. Here's what you need to knowJanuary 26, 2024The CDC estimates that up to 86% of new COVID-19 cases stem from the latest mutation. The virus continues to evolve so rapidly that "our immune systems have not been able to keep up," an expert says.
State GovernmentUC rejects proposal to allow campuses to hire undocumented studentsJanuary 26, 2024The proposal would have meant challenging a federal law that bars employers from hiring undocumented immigrants. Advocates requesting the change argue that the University of California, as a state agency, is exempt from that law.
State GovernmentVice President Kamala Harris visits Sacramento to meet with lawmakers, campaignJanuary 25, 2024 | Nicole NixonHarris told Democrats in the California Legislature to continue their work on artificial intelligence, gun violence and reproductive rights, which will be campaign issues in the 2024 election.
Housing and HomelessnessCounting Sacramento County’s homeless: Volunteers set out across region for biennial Point-In-Time CountJanuary 25, 2024 | Chris NicholsHundreds of volunteers took part in Sacramento County’s homeless Point-In-Time Count this week. The biennial survey provides an estimate for the county’s overall homeless population and is required to receive federal homeless funding.
EducationThe Education Department says it will fix its $1.8 billion FAFSA mistakeJanuary 25, 2024The U.S. Department of Education says it will fix a mistake that would have hurt low-income students, lowering their financial aid.
Sacramento RegionTo Poopenaut, that is the question: Rancho Cordova to change street nameJanuary 24, 2024 | Steve MilneThe street was named for Poopenaut Valley near Hetch Hetchy Reservoir in Yosemite National Park. City officials voted to change the street name to Artist Point Court.
Sacramento RegionWhat’s the status of the Sacramento Children’s Fund? City staff give update with budget deficit loomingJanuary 24, 2024 | Kristin LamThe city is still figuring out how it will implement the Measure L Sacramento Children’s fund, which voters passed in November 2022.
State Government350,000 Californians are now on the FAIR Plan, the last resort for fire insurance. Now what?January 24, 2024As the FAIR Plan writes more fire-insurance policies, homeowners complain about poor service, rising costs and threats of getting kicked off.
Sacramento County District Attorney outlines new approach to curb retail theftJanuary 23, 2024 | Mike HagertyThe DA's office is cooperating with the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office, the Sacramento Police Department, the California Highway Patrol and several retail businesses and trade associations in this new crackdown.
State GovernmentWhat you need to know from the high-stakes California U.S. Senate debateJanuary 23, 2024The four top candidates faced off for the first time. Democrats Barbara Lee, Katie Porter and Adam Schiff clashed over earmarks and the Gaza war, and ganged up on Republican Steve Garvey over his support for former President Trump.
Arts and LifestyleGreta Gerwig, Margot Robbie passed over as Oppenheimer dominates Oscar nominationsJanuary 23, 2024"Barbie" director and Sacramento native Greta Gerwig missed out on a second Oscar nomination for best director, with Margot Robbie also missing out on a best actress nod as the Academy Awards released their list of nominees Tuesday.
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.