CA FAIR Plan to Raise Home Insurance Rates | Sacramento Gets Its Shot to Host the X Games | Evangeline’s Rises From the AshesWe’ll learn more about how fire risks have affected the California insurance market. Plus, the X Games are coming to Sacramento for the first time next weekend. Finally, a costume shop in Old Sac set to reopen next weekend.Listen To Full Show/ download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New Year Politics Roundup | New State Laws | Central Sierra Snow LabReporters Dustin Gardiner and Gerardo Zavala update us on some of the major political stories happening in California this week. Also, an update on some of the new laws on the books for 2026. Finally, a status report on snow in the Sierra. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sac County Grand Jury | EdSource Older Adults Finish College | SacramenKnow Year-EnderSacramento County is accepting applications through the end of the month for the next Grand Jury. Also, we'll discuss challenges adults face when they return to college and what can help. Plus, a look back at some of the best stories of the year. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Safety Concerns for LGBTQ Community | Cal Fire’s Camp Cinder | How a Snow Drought Impacts Ski ResortsCommunity responds to recent attacks with forums and outreach. Also, a summer camp that provides skills for future female firefighters. Finally, what a lack of snow means for Tahoe ski resorts. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sac State President | Student Speaks on University’s Direction | Snoopy in SacramentoPresident Luke Wood talks about his plans for the future of the university. We'll also hear from a Sac State student about their experiences at the college. Finally, an exhibit featuring Peanuts comics is on display in Sacramento through December. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
POLITICO’s California Playbook | Center for Employment Opportunities | Peter Petty’s Yuletide Revue Celebrates 10 YearsTaking stock of the major political stories of 2025 with POLITICO. Also, a nonprofit that helps formerly incarcerated people find employment. Finally, we’ll get the lowdown on this year’s “Hepcat’s Holla’Daze!” at the Crest Theater. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Menopause Legislation | Could Waymo Come to Sacramento? | December ‘Arts Talk’A lawmaker behind recent menopause legislation talks about policy challenges around women's health. Waymo robotaxis could be coming to the Sacramento region for testing. Finally, exploring December events and experiences on Arts Talk. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Pandemic Spike in Sac Home Values | Overdose Deaths in Sac Shelters | Be Brave Bold Robot’s 20th Anniversary AlbumHome values are going up across the Sacramento region. A new investigation looks at overdose deaths in local homeless shelters. Finally, a Sacramento band releases its 20th anniversary album. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
CA Polling on Trump’s Immigration Crackdown | Sac Hispanic Business Check-in | Capitol Pops Concert Band Holiday ShowCalMatters breaks down recent polling on California voters’ evolving attitudes towards expedited removals. Also, new report highlights Latinos contribution to Sac economy. Finally, community band performs first concert of the season. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
City Council Approves Natomas Basin Development | Conserving Battle Creek Ranch | Best of: The PhilharmonikSacramento City Council approves a controversial new development. A big conservation project launches in Tehama County. Finally, revisiting a conversation with The Philharmonik ahead of a charity performance. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Highlands Community Charter School Hearing | CA Scraps NextGen 911 System | CPUC Vote on Undergrounding RuleGetting an update on the Highlands Community Charter School situation. California decides to scrap its new 911 system after major issues. Finally, state regulators are set to vote on a rule about undergrounding power lines. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
