EnvironmentSacramento temperature blanket 2024: Temperatures heat up, and a wildfire outlook for coming monthsJune 18, 2024 | Manola SecairaSweltering temperatures have resulted in a series of excessive heat warnings for the Sacramento Valley — and some new colors in our temperature blanket.
Sacramento RegionThe KYDS are alright: El Camino High School student radio station elevates kids' voicesJune 18, 2024 | Kate WolffeKYDS is produced by students at El Camino Fundamental High School. It’s the only high school radio station in Sacramento, and one of about a dozen in the state. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentFirefighters work to contain multiple wildfires in Northern CaliforniaJune 17, 2024 | Chris Hagan | Manola SecairaNearly a dozen large wildfires were burning across the state Monday evening. A red flag warning for increased wildfire risk is set to expire Tuesday at 8 a.m.
Sacramento RegionSacramento opens applications for Northgate Boulevard business grant programJune 17, 2024 | Kristin LamIndependently owned and operated businesses along Northgate Boulevard can apply for up to $15,000 for exterior improvements.
Sacramento RegionLes Tattoos blends inclusion and artistry to craft a queer-inclusive studioJune 17, 2024 | Tony RodriguezOwner Mari Dominguez says her shop is the largest LGBTQIA+ female-owned and operated studio on the West Coast. It aims to provide a space that reflects queer community values and perspectives.
EducationKindergartners are missing a lot of school. This district has a fixJune 17, 2024In many places, kindergartners are as likely to be chronically absent as high school seniors, but one school district in rural California is doing something about it. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Senate approves ban on schools notifying parents about students’ gender expression without consentJune 14, 2024 | Kate WolffeAt least six California school districts in the past year have adopted measures that require staff to tell parents if their child changes their gender identity at school.
State GovernmentThese California dams need repairs. But Newsom, legislators battle over grants to fix themJune 14, 2024Aiming to store more water and protect the public, legislators are negotiating with the governor to restore $50 million to help repair 42 aging dams throughout the state.
Sacramento RegionCity of Sacramento asks for feedback on LGBTQ+ history project’s first draftJune 13, 2024 | Kristin LamThe LGBTQ+ Historic Experience Project focuses on identifying landmarks in the City of Sacramento, but also references gay bars in West Sacramento and Carmichael.
Health CareWhat the Supreme Court ruling on the abortion pill means for access in CaliforniaJune 13, 2024In its first ruling on reproductive rights since overturning Roe v. Wade, the U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a lawsuit that questioned the FDA’s approval of the abortion pill mifepristone.
State GovernmentCalifornia pushes insurers to cover more homes in these areas. Is your ZIP included?June 12, 2024California can’t legally require insurers to write either residential or commercial property policies. But the state expects insurers to comply with the options unveiled today because get something they want in return: catastrophe modeling.
Health CareHow to spot heat illness and keep kids safe during the Sacramento summerJune 12, 2024 | Chris Nichols | Sarit LaschinskyDr. Kylie Abeson, a pediatrician at UC Davis Health, joined CapRadio’s Insight to talk about the dangers high temperatures pose to our health and what the symptoms of heat illness look like. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionCity of Sacramento approves budget, reducing or avoiding some anticipated cutsJune 12, 2024 | Kristin LamThe city will cut contributions to its rainy day savings fund, which is expected to be $64 million below target next year.
Silicon Valley-backed voter plan for new California city qualifies for November ballotJune 12, 2024A Silicon Valley-backed initiative to build a green city for up to 400,000 people in the San Francisco Bay Area has qualified for the Nov. 5 ballot. Voters will be asked to allow urban development on land currently zoned for agriculture.
Grand jury report says Stockton City Council violates Brown Act, allows threatening work environmentJune 11, 2024 | Kristin Lam | Sally LongeneckerA San Joaquin County Grand jury report alleges the 209 Times, a website and social media platform, has created a hostile work environment at Stockton City Hall.
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.