EducationCalifornia may extend financial aid deadline for students impacted by federal delaysA new federal student aid application is blocking some students from completing their forms. Now California legislators are trying to extend the deadline for state student aid.
Sacramento RegionSacramento artists bring forth community-centric solutions at city arts commission meeting
Health CareMarch 18, 2024First over-the-counter birth control pill now for sale onlineOpill, an over-the-counter birth control pill, goes on sale online today. The pill is expected to be available in stores within a few weeks.
Sacramento RegionMarch 15, 2024Kristin LamSacramento mayoral race: County releases early results for March 2024 electionEarly results are rolling in for the Sacramento mayoral race. Six candidates are competing to replace Mayor Darrell Steinberg and a November runoff election is possible.
EnvironmentMarch 14, 2024California weakens plan for mandatory cutbacks in urban water use, yielding to criticismThe revised proposal grants water providers an extra five years for reducing outdoor irrigation. Cities and water agencies are relieved, while critics say Californians will keep wasting water.
Sacramento RegionMarch 13, 2024Alchemist Public Market planned for Sacramento’s River DistrictThe market will include a large commissary kitchen, an outdoor food court, farmers markets, cafe, coworking office and more. The forthcoming market will be located at 341 North 10th Street and is expected to cost $12.5 million to build.
EducationMarch 13, 2024California universities struggle to graduate Black students. Cultural centers aim to helpWhile graduation rates for Black students are the lowest in California universities, cultural centers can help address equity issues. Centers for Black students create a safe space to foster community while connecting with academic resources.
Housing and HomelessnessMarch 13, 2024Chris NicholsCalifornia's proposed foster care cuts could increase homelessness, advocates sayGovernor Gavin Newsom has proposed cutting foster care support programs, including an increased rental subsidy and 24/7 urgent response hotline.
State GovernmentMarch 12, 2024Nicole NixonHot Cheetos and other snacks with common food dyes would be banned from California schools under new legislationPopular foods like Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, Doritos, M&Ms, Skittles, sports drinks, Froot Loops and Cap’n Crunch would be removed from public schools under new legislation.
EducationMarch 12, 2024Srishti PrabhaNew California bill would finally give teachers paid pregnancy leaveThe legislation was authored by Assembly member Ceclia Agular-Curry and aims to change discriminatory practices against women in the workforce.
ClassicalMarch 12, 2024Jennifer ReasonWomen in Music: Starr ParodiCapRadio's Jennifer Reason kicks off Women’s History Month with a multi-faceted California native; one who is changing the game for composing and producing in the film world. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EducationMarch 12, 2024Can arts education help children heal from trauma?Arts and music can nurture a visceral feeling of belonging that can help combat the isolation that often follows a tragic event, experts say.