EducationCalifornia students must soon learn personal finance to graduate. Here’s how it will be taughtJune 9, 2026California will require all students to take a personal finance course in order to graduate high school, starting with the class of 2031. Fresno Unified is a pioneer in developing the courses.
State GovernmentCalifornia wants to cap business tax credits, alarming life sciences and tech industriesJune 8, 2026Businesses and some lawmakers urge state leaders to reject the governor’s budget proposal to permanently limit R&D tax credits.
Sacramento RegionHow are campaigns harnessing social media during election season?June 8, 2026 | Andrew Garcia | Vicki GonzalezMore than half of Americans reported getting at least some part of their news from social media. Political campaigns and candidates have been pouring more resources into these newer forms of media to reach voters. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
‘System-wide failure’, Sacramento homeless advocates call for accountability after dozens of families displacedJune 8, 2026 | Ruth Finch | Chris FeltsAfter the city transitioned their motel program to a voucher system, 25 families were displaced after motels denied use of their vouchers.
ImmigrationImmigration attorneys, Sacramento advocates concerned about new ‘mega master’ immigration hearingsJune 8, 2026 | Gerardo ZavalaNew “mega master” hearings are bringing as many as 100 immigrants into court at a time, raising concerns about due process and access to legal representation.
State GovernmentDemocrat Xavier Becerra advances to general election in race for California governorJune 5, 2026Democrat Xavier Becerra has advanced to the general election for California governor after pitching himself as an experienced choice to lead the nation’s most populous state.
State GovernmentStill too early to call second place in the race for Matsui’s congressional seatJune 5, 2026 | Tony RodriguezThe race for second place in the Sacramento area’s 7th Congressional District is still too early and too close to call. Doris Matsui leads while Republican Zachariah Wooden and Democrat Mai Vang are nearly tied in early results.
Sacramento RegionThe right guy at the right time: Sacramento remembers legendary Kings coach Rick AdelmanJune 5, 2026 | Andrew Garcia | Chris Felts | Sarit Laschinsky | Vicki GonzalezAdelman led the Kings to eight straight playoffs during his time in Sacramento, and holds the franchise win record. He passed away on Monday at the age of 79. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
PHOTOS: Inside Steve Hilton’s visit to Sacramento after election nightJune 4, 2026 | Ruth FinchFollowing Hilton’s lead coming out of primary election night, he visited Sacramento for a press conference and a rally at the Capitol.
EducationEffort to get California dropouts to finish degrees yields promising results, study saysJune 4, 2026In California, more than 5.9 million adults under age 65 have some college credit but no degree. A statewide initiative aims to reengage students who “stopped out.”
Sacramento RegionMan is charged with bringing a bomb in his carry-on bag to SMFJune 4, 2026Authorities have charged a man with bringing an explosive device to a TSA checkpoint at an airport in Sacramento, California. The 49-year-old was wearing a scarf and latex gloves at the Sacramento International Airport on Saturday.
Sacramento RegionGoldenSky Music Festival to return to the City of Trees in 2027June 3, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisAlso announced at Visit Sacramento’s State of Tourism event — the expansion of the California International Marathon and the lead chefs for the 13th annual Tower Bridge Dinner.
State GovernmentRepublican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton visits Sacramento as he leads in early election resultsJune 3, 2026 | Ruth FinchSteve Hilton is the leading Republican candidate in California’s gubernatorial election and visited the capitol Wednesday morning to talk about his plans for California.
JazzBooker T. Jones: An American Icon Comes to TownJune 3, 2026 | Avery JeffryThe architect of Memphis soul and main creative force for the iconic Stax record label is coming to Grass Valley for a show at The Center for the Arts. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
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.
