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?
EnvironmentMap: See if you could be affected by PG&E’s Aug. 30 shutoffAugust 28, 2023PG&E shut off power to about 8,500 customers in parts of seven western Sacramento Valley counties early Wednesday morning. See if you’re one of those who will potentially be impacted.
Armed with traffic cones, protesters are immobilizing driverless carsAugust 28, 2023Self-driving cars have flooded San Francisco's streets, and not everyone is happy. Street activists have been using a low-tech solution to incapacitate the vehicles.
EnvironmentHow to fight West Nile virus in your backyardAugust 28, 2023 | Kate WolffeSacramento and Yolo counties have seen high levels of West Nile virus transmission so far this year, with each county already reporting a death. The regional team in charge of mosquito control is asking the public for help. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentBiden proposes vast new marine sanctuary in partnership with California tribeAugust 27, 2023The proposed Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary would make history as the first marine sanctuary to be managed with a tribe from the outset.
Health CareCalifornia’s medical board can’t pay its bills, but doctors resist proposed fixesAugust 26, 2023Patient advocates have long alleged the Medical Board of California is ineffective at policing doctors. But a proposal to beef up its budget and overhaul procedures faces stiff resistance from the doctors' lobby.
Health CareCalifornia bails out distressed hospitals, offers interest-free loans to 17 troubled providersAugust 26, 2023Some independent California community hospitals have struggled with rising costs since the COVID-19 pandemic. Three declared bankruptcy this year, prompting the state to distribute interest-free loans.
EnvironmentHotter climate means a never-ending fire season for the National GuardAugust 26, 2023California has set up a permanent task force of National Guard members to do what used to be occasional work fighting and preventing wildfires.
Sacramento RegionMusic, homelessness and transportation funding focus of Sacramento mayor's State of the City tourAugust 25, 2023 | Chris Nichols | Kristin LamAt three events, Mayor Darrell Steinberg made proposals to streamline entertainment permitting, respond to homelessness in a new way. He also asked for a ballot measure to fund housing, transit and climate mitigation. All still require approval.
EnvironmentSacramento wants to replace gas appliances in the city by 2045. Here's how to comment on the plan.August 25, 2023 | Kristin LamThe draft outlines plans to require existing homes and businesses in Sacramento transition from natural gas to electric power by 2045.
California boards want to keep pandemic rules for public meetings. Critics call it bad for democracyAugust 24, 2023The Legislature is debating a bill that would allow California state boards to continue remote public meetings.
This Is What It Feels Like | TrailerIntroducing This Is What It Feels LikeAugust 24, 2023In a world that feels more divided than ever, put yourself in the shoes of everyday people at the center of issues often overlooked or politicized by society. It’s not simple. It’s not black and white. This Is What It Feels Like. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia bills seek more transparency on corporate greenhouse gas emissionsAugust 24, 2023 | Manola SecairaSupporters rallied at the Capitol on Wednesday to support the two senate bills.
Sacramento Kings announce 2023-24 season schedule. Here’s what to know.August 23, 2023 | Claire MorganThe Beam Team is facing high expectations after last season’s newfound success. Here’s what to know about new team members, the NBA’s first in-season tournament and 22 nationally televised games.
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.