State GovernmentJerry Brown Endorses Gavin Newsom In California Governor's RaceJune 13, 2018 | Ben AdlerThe governor’s endorsement is no surprise. He and Newsom are both Democrats and their family ties go back decades.
State GovernmentCalifornia Assembly Reopens Investigation Into Groping Claim Against #MeToo Lawmaker Cristina GarciaJune 13, 2018(AP) — The California Legislature is resuming an investigation into groping allegations against Democratic Assemblywoman Cristina Garcia after her accuser appealed a finding that didn't substantiate his claim.
Arts and LifestyleMusic Circus’ 'Singin’ In The Rain' Will Leave You Toe-Tapping And Humming AlongJune 13, 2018 | Jeff HudsonThe Broadway at Music Circus production continues through Sunday at the Wells Fargo Pavilion in Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentExtreme Weather Dropped Lake Tahoe Clarity To Historic Lows In 2017June 13, 2018 | Steve MilneIf you spent time on the water at Lake Tahoe last year and thought it looked a lot cloudier, you're right. UC Davis researchers say extreme weather — drought followed by heavy rains — caused clarity in 2017 to drop to its lowest recorded level. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareThis Unique Sacramento School Wants To Get More Autistic Adults Into JobsJune 13, 2018 | Sammy CaiolaAn alternative learning program based in craftwork just graduated its first class. The school is one of the few services available to adults with intellectual disabilities who are out of high school, but not ready for college or work. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
San Francisco Elects First African-American Woman As MayorJune 13, 2018San Francisco Supervisor London Breed emerged victorious Wednesday to become the city's first African-American woman mayor after narrowly defeating a rival who was seeking to become the first openly gay man in the position.
Golden State Killer Victims May Get State BenefitsJune 13, 2018(AP) — Victims of a notorious California serial killer may get a renewed chance to seek compensation for their emotional trauma or financial losses under pending legislation.
Two Charged In Christmastime Gang-Affiliated Robbery, Killing SpreeJune 13, 2018 | Bob MoffittTwo teenagers arrested in Yuba City have been charged with murder and robbery in Sacramento in December.
ClassicalNew Classical Tracks: Kazem Abdullah Evokes Conflict, Love In New Ravel RecordingJune 13, 2018Conductor Kazem Adbullah's new recording with the Sinfonieorchester Aachen of Daphnis and Chloe by Maurice Ravel features guest choirs from around the world, from Utah to the Ukraine.
Battle For 2 Key Open US House Seats Set In NevadaJune 13, 2018(AP) — Democrats in Nevada have two open congressional seats to defend in November, and Tuesday's primary voting set the stage for what could be some of the most expensive, hard-fought House races in the country.
Nevada Primary Tees Up Battleground Governor, Senate RacesJune 13, 2018(AP) — Nevada voters delivered easy primary election wins Tuesday to Republican Sen. Dean Heller and his Democratic opponent Jacky Rosen while teeing up a November battle for the governor's mansion.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezLillian Frances Headlines Tiny Desk Sacramento Show At CapRadioJune 13, 2018Lillian Frances is one of three local artists performing at the first Tiny Desk Sacramento concert in the CapRadio Garden. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentStudy: California's Proposition 47 Reduced Incarceration, Not CrimeJune 12, 2018 | Ben BradfordA new study of the 2014 initiative finds it reduced incarceration without increasing crime — mostly. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentPlan To Split California Into Three States Earns Spot On November BallotJune 12, 2018 | Ben AdlerThe Three Californias initiative is eligible for the November ballot — that is, barring a successful legal challenge before the election. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
This Tax Increase Could Be A Major Issue In California’s General ElectionJune 12, 2018 | Ben BradfordBut are California political campaigns drawing the wrong lessons about the gas tax’s ability to turn out voters? Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento City Council Approves Billion-Dollar BudgetJune 12, 2018 | Bob MoffittThe Sacramento City Council approved a budget worth a little more than a billion dollars at Tuesday night’s council meeting. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentGray Wolf Shows Up In Nevada County, Expanding Historic RangeJune 12, 2018 | Randol WhiteA gray wolf from Oregon has wandered into Nevada County, marking the farthest south in California that the species has been known to roam. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Detectives Search Sacramento River For Missing Yolo County TeensJune 12, 2018 | Bob MoffittInvestigators searched an area of the Sacramento River east of Knights Landing a day after four people were arraigned for kidnapping and killing two missing Yolo County teenagers.
Sacramento County Estimates More Than 135,000 Ballots Remain To Process A Week After Primary ElectionJune 12, 2018 | Nick MillerTurnout is poised to surpass the most recent primary election, but it’s still too soon to determine whether Sheriff Scott Jones will avoid a runoff in November.
State GovernmentCalifornia Awards Millions In Grants Aimed At Stopping Tobacco Sales To KidsJune 12, 2018 | Steve MilnePolice departments in Stockton, Elk Grove, Rancho Cordova and Rocklin will be getting more money to crack down on the illegal sale of tobacco products to kids. They're among more than 70 entities throughout California getting state grant money. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
