Folsom Public Library ends fines, the last in Sacramento County to do soJuly 21, 2023 | Steve MilneThe Folsom City Council voted July 11 to end the practice. Libraries across the country, including all now in Sacramento and Yolo counties, have stopped collecting fines for overdue materials in recent years.
Highway 50 construction: What’s left and how long it could takeJuly 21, 2023 | Chris Hagan | Vicki GonzalezThe Fix50 project has been going on for two and a half years, creating a lot of confusion for Sacramento drivers. Caltrans says the $470 million project — which will add new carpool lanes, off-ramps and sound walls — is expected to end in late 2024. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
JazzTony Bennett, king of the American Songbook, dead at 96July 21, 2023The beloved singer and interpreter of pop standards won 20 Grammy awards over a career that touched eight decades.
EnvironmentYour air conditioner isn't built for this heat. 5 tips can boost performanceJuly 21, 2023Extreme temperatures present a significant challenge to AC systems, which engineers and installers say are really only designed to keep indoor temperatures about 20 degrees cooler than outside.
EnvironmentSacramento-area cooling centers open ahead of anticipated triple-digit heatJuly 20, 2023 | Claire MorganMeteorologists with the National Weather Service are predicting Friday and Saturday could see temperatures up to 106 and 105, respectively.
Arts and LifestyleSacramento seeks input on potential dog parks amid debate in Curtis ParkJuly 20, 2023 | Kristin LamCurtis Park residents say an unofficial dog park has become a contentious issue since usage increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
JazzFrederic Yonnet stretches the boundaries of the harmonicaJuly 20, 2023 | Chris CampbellMusician Frederic Yonnet says he uses the harmonica as the main voice in his music, transcending boundaries and reimagining the instrument’s role in music. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Government‘Employees come second’: Why California’s legislative staffers hope to unionizeJuly 20, 2023Legislative staff in the California State Capitol have long been banned from unionizing. Efforts to grant that right in prior years have been shot down. Staff hope this year will be different. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Cal State recently was forced to deal with several sexual harassment allegations. A new report finds it repeatedly fell shortJuly 19, 2023After several high-profile sexual harassment cases, Cal State needs more training, staff and outreach to students and employees, an outside firm concludes.
State GovernmentAlmost all people incarcerated in California now have free tabletsJuly 19, 2023 | Kate WolffeCalifornia has almost completed distribution of Android tablets to all incarcerated people, a program aiming to ease communication and promote rehabilitation. Prisoners inside say it has changed the culture, but related costs can add up.
‘Safe House’ opens for older, unhoused Sacramentans and victims of abuse, neglectJuly 19, 2023 | Chris NicholsNottoli Place provides meals, laundry, case management and connections to housing for unhoused residents ages 60 and older.
Arts and LifestyleSacramento created a nightlife manager job nine months ago. Here’s what she’s done so far.July 18, 2023 | Kristin LamWhen Tina Lee-Vogt started the job, she said conducting a study on the economic impact of Sacramento nightlife was a priority. An assessment she’s working on will give a snapshot. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleRescheduled Sol Blume adds 3 new artists to its line-upJuly 18, 2023 | Janelle SalangaThe hip-hop, R&B and soul music festival will now feature performers P-Lo, Zyah Belle and Kalan.Frfr. Heavy rain earlier this year forced organizers to reschedule the festival from April to August.
EnvironmentTips to stay cool and safe during Sacramento heat wavesJuly 18, 2023 | Chris Hagan | Manola Secaira | Claire MorganAs extreme heat becomes more and more common in Sacramento, we spoke with health experts on how to stay cool and how to spot heat illness in yourself and others.
Environment5 tips to keep your pet safe — and comfortable — in extreme heatJuly 18, 2023"If it's hot outside for you, it's most likely even hotter for your pet," one expert tells NPR. Here's how to protect your pet outdoors, keep them engaged inside and respond to signs of heat stroke.
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.