EducationCalifornia is pressing universities to repatriate thousands of Native American remains and artifacts. How two campuses are succeeding.December 27, 2023Successive state audits of the University of California and the California State University found both systems have failed to comply with decades old state and federal laws mandating the return of Native ancestral remains and cultural artifacts.
EnvironmentCentral Sierra snowpack is a third of average, but researchers say there’s time for a turnaroundDecember 27, 2023 | Vicki GonzalezThe UC Berkeley Central Sierra Snow Lab has been at Donner Pass for nearly 80 years, and has one of the longest records in the world. The lead scientist spoke with CapRadio’s Vicki Gonzalez about current conditions and new instruments. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentWeaker storm system bringing rain to Sacramento area WednesdayDecember 26, 2023 | Chris Hagan | Mike HagertyThe storm is the first of two expected to hit Northern California this week through Saturday, each bringing around a half inch of rain to the valley. The second, starting Friday, could also drop 4 to 8 inches of snow in the Sierra.
EnvironmentDon’t fir-get to recycle your Christmas tree. Here’s how to do it in Sacramento.December 26, 2023 | Manola SecairaIf you recycle your tree properly, the environment will love you from head to mistle-toe.
State GovernmentNew California laws that might affect your 2024December 26, 2023 | Steve Milne | Chris Nichols | Nicole Nixon | Mike Hagerty | Janelle Salanga | Manola Secaira | Kristin Lam | Srishti Prabha | Kate WolffeCalifornia lawmakers passed more than 1,000 bills this past year, many of which become new California laws in 2024. Here’s a closer look at a few you might notice.
Local organizers push for permanent cease-fire in Gaza amid rising death tollDecember 21, 2023 | Janelle SalangaSacramento-area residents say the violence is a local — and national — issue. Organizers saw a victory last week when the city of Davis passed a resolution supporting “immediate cease-fire” and “an end to all hostilities.”
This Is What It Feels Like | BonusBonus Episode: NPR’s Ayesha Rascoe Talks Catcalling with Host Terra LopezDecember 21, 2023What does it feel like to be catcalled? Host Terra Lopez talks with NPR’s Ayesha Rascoe about the genesis of This Is What It Feels Like, which began as an art installation exploring the effects of street harassment. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia approves rules that turn sewage into drinking waterDecember 21, 2023Suppliers now have detailed steps to create a new source of drinking water. But it’s not really “toilet-to-tap.” Due to the cost, it’ll likely be only large suppliers.
Housing and HomelessnessSacramento memorial to honor ‘unhoused neighbors,’ as this year’s homeless death total nears 200December 20, 2023 | Chris NicholsThe event will take place at 7 p.m. Thursday outside Sacramento City Hall at 915 I St.
Sacramento City Council plans to redo vote on pay raise for Howard ChanDecember 20, 2023 | Kristin LamHoward Chan and other charter officers won’t receive any pay increases until the Sacramento City Council votes on the issue again in January, a city spokesperson said.
State GovernmentCalifornia is still losing residents, but not as quickly as at the start of the pandemicDecember 20, 2023 | Chris Hagan | Nicole NixonCalifornia lost more than 37,000 people, or 0.1%, during the last fiscal year, which ended June 30. That’s less than the nearly 300,000 who left the Golden State between 2020 and 2021.
Health CareMusic is medicine at some Sacramento County hospitalsDecember 20, 2023 | Kate WolffeA program that brings music to the bedsides of people in Sacramento County hospitals is expanding. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EducationMore kids skipping kindergarten post-pandemicDecember 20, 2023Many parents feel their children aren't ready for kindergarten, after the pandemic disrupted their ability to socialize and learn skills.
Sean Loloee indictment: What could happen to his Sacramento City Council seat?December 19, 2023 | Kristin LamIf Sean Loloee resigns, the City Council can appoint someone to represent District 2 through December 2024. The mayor and council don’t have the authority to remove Loloee, according to the city.
Google to pay $700 million in case over whether its app store is an illegal monopolyDecember 19, 2023The deal with dozens of states resolves a lawsuit that claimed Google engages in anticompetitive behavior through its Google Play store, which is how most people download apps on Android devices.
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.