Sacramento RegionA body is recovered after San Francisco boat tragedy but 2 remain missingJuly 17, 2026Police have recovered the body of a woman who was one of three people missing after a boat sank this week in San Francisco Bay.
State GovernmentCalifornia restricts utility shutoffs as dangerous heat ripples across stateJuly 17, 2026California bars utilities from cutting off power to customers who fall behind on their bills when it’s dangerously hot outside – a basic safety protection.
Sacramento RegionRoseville has no data center proposal but it has a data center fightJuly 17, 2026 | Greg MicekA 240-acre field at the end of Blue Oaks Boulevard has become Placer County's front in a national fight over data centers.
Sacramento RegionWhere does the party go next? Matsui, Vang race for Congress reflects broader Democratic Party debateJuly 16, 2026 | Tony RodriguezMai Vang finished ahead of Doris Matsui in the primary race for California's 7th Congressional District. The November election could reveal where Democratic voters want the party to go next. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EducationA new review of the SAT at University of California is coming by June 2027July 16, 2026The University of California will still evaluate the role of the SAT in undergraduate admissions, despite media reports indicating that the revered public university system suspended those deliberations.
State GovernmentGov. Newsom signs legislation making Farm to School funding permanentJuly 16, 2026 | Chris FeltsThe bill establishes over $24 million in ongoing annual funding to support small and mid-sized farmers who supply fresh produce to public school classrooms. The goal is to strengthen regional food systems and expand nutrition education.
Sacramento RegionSacramento city employees will inspect your trash this summerJuly 15, 2026 | Riley PalmerThe city will examine the trash bins of 4,800 randomly selected households to make sure people are complying with a state law.
Sacramento RegionBosch factory in Roseville awarded $225 million in CHIPS fundingJuly 15, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisThe engineering and technology company based in Germany took over the Roseville plant in 2023 and plans to invest up to $2 billion to produce silicon carbide semiconductors.
Sacramento RegionSearch suspended for 3 missing after boat with family spreading ashes capsizes on San Francisco BayJuly 15, 2026U.S. Coast Guard crews have suspended their search for three people missing after a boat sank in San Francisco Bay near Alcatraz Island. The search was suspended late Wednesday.
Sacramento RegionServices, trust and patience play major role in man’s journey from streets to housingJuly 15, 2026 | Riley PalmerSacramento resident Alex Enright credits local churches and nonprofits for their care and persistence in offering him help during his time on the street.
Health CareAs GOP cries fraud, Newsom backs Medicaid spending on housing and foodJuly 14, 2026Despite criticism from congressional Republicans and growing scrutiny from the Trump administration, Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat considering a presidential run, said he’s proud of California’s spending on social services in Medi-Cal.
State GovernmentHundreds of economists say 'we must act now' on AI’s economic impact and job displacement risksJuly 14, 2026Hundreds of economists urge immediate action to address AI's potential impact on the economy. In an open letter released Monday, they warn that AI could transform the economy and displace many jobs.
State GovernmentCalifornia agencies disciplined officers for biased conduct, but they rarely lost their jobsJuly 14, 2026California disciplinary records show officers who used racist, sexist and anti-LGBTQ language often kept their jobs after agencies sustained misconduct findings.
Health CareA new program in the Bay Area looks to address the colon cancer ‘epidemic’ in young adultsJuly 13, 2026 | Andrew Garcia | Vicki GonzalezUniversity of San Francisco, Health launched a program in March dedicated to understanding and treating colon cancer in young people. A UCSF oncologist shares more about the challenges young patients face. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionLocal health nonprofit CEO details why HIV testing is still important to fight the spread of the diseaseJuly 13, 2026 | Vicki Gonzalez | Andrew GarciaSunburst Projects provides low barrier HIV testing to the Sacramento area. They say 1 in 7 of those who are infected with the virus do not know they have it, which contributes to the continued spread of the disease. Listen / download audio 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.
