EnvironmentVoters to decide on $10 billion climate bond in NovemberProposition 4 proposes a bond that would fund a wide range of climate-related projects, focusing on those related to improving access to safe drinking water, wildfire prevention and the protection of lands and communities in California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
ClassicalOctober 9, 2024Jennifer ReasonViolinist with ties to the area makes his debut at the Mondavi CenterRandall Goosby, who has connections to Sacramento and Davis, is at the forefront of a new generation of classical violinists. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentOctober 9, 2024Many people in jail have the right to vote. So do many felonsPeople who are in jail and haven't been convicted of a crime — and even many who have been convicted — retain their right to vote. But it's often challenging for them to exercise it.
Health CareOctober 9, 2024250 companies, schools and organizations pledge to provide overdose antidote naloxoneThe White House says big companies like Amazon, the NHL, and United Airlines are joining the push to prevent overdoses by making naloxone widely available.
State GovernmentOctober 8, 2024This California ballot measure promises money for health care. Its critics warn it could backfireProp. 35 on California's 2024 ballot would lock in revenue for Medi-Cal payments. Some critics worry it jeopardizes federal health care funding.
State GovernmentOctober 8, 2024More than a dozen states sue TikTok, alleging it harms kids and is designed to addict themLawsuits filed by 14 attorneys general argue that TikTok knowingly exacerbates the youth mental health crisis and places profits over child safety.
Sacramento RegionOctober 8, 2024Gerardo ZavalaDocumentary ‘The Right to Exist’ explores housing crisis, shines light on Camp Resolution closureThe first half of the film details the story of a self-governed encampment in Sacramento that was closed down by the city in late August. The second half will focus on the closure and its aftermath.
Sacramento RegionOctober 8, 2024Kristin LamNorth Sacramento City Council candidates seek to rebuild trust, unite communityRoger Dickinson and Stephen Walton are running to represent Sacramento City Council District 2, which residents say has endured years of neglect and underfunding. Sean Loloee, the district’s last elected council member, resigned after being indicted.
State GovernmentOctober 7, 2024Can someone find out who you voted for? No. Here is what you should knowAs Election Day approaches, many Americans are questioning the secrecy of their ballots. We explain what you should know about privacy and casting a ballot.
State GovernmentOctober 7, 2024Megan MyscofskiGovernor Newsom announces $130 million for California cities to clear more homeless campsThe city of Sacramento is getting the biggest cut of those funds and plans to put it towards interim housing for homeless residents north of Downtown.
Sacramento RegionOctober 7, 2024Kristin LamSacramento City Council District 2: Who’s running in the November 2024 electionVoters can pick between former state Assembly member Roger Dickinson or Real Estate Agent Stephen Walton.
