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 numerous 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.