Tapping into the Northern California real estate market. Investigation into the rise of medical deaths at Sacramento County Jail. Music movement boosts the local jazz scene.

Northern California Housing Market

Thinking of buying or selling a home? With interest rates sky-high these days, you might be thinking twice. But the numbers tell a very different story, especially here in the Sacramento area. While the market has slowed considerably, homes are selling and buyers are buying and it is very different from years past. Real estate expert and appraiser Ryan Lundquist joins us for a look at the market in the greater Sacramento area including what’s selling, what’s not and where.

Sacramento Jail Deaths Investigation

An investigation found that medical-related deaths among people incarcerated in Sacramento County have been on the rise in recent years, a total of 25 from the start of 2021. And all but one have been at the main downtown jail. But unlike homicides and suicides, medical deaths typically lack any independent oversight. Sacramento Bee reporter Theresa Clift joins Insight to share her reporting which examines the six recent deaths that have happened so far this year, including the toll it has on loved ones who are dissatisfied with answers about the circumstances leading up to their death. 

Jazzing Up Local Music Scene

Live jazz and music of all kinds has become harder to find and enjoy in Sacramento.  Now, the Mayor wants to revive Sacramento’s music scene and turn it into the music capital of the West, but some venues are already leading the charge.  Today on Insight, journalist Cathy Cassinos shares her report on Sacramento’s jazz scene and how some businesses are making space for live music by turning their venues into live performance destinations.  Plus, local musician and entrepreneur, Joseph Gilman discusses why he felt compelled to add live music to his restaurant’s offerings.