Sacramento RegionConvicted child rapist about to be released, faces new chargesFebruary 26, 2026 | Ruth FinchThe Board of Parole Hearings ruled that North Highlands serial child rapist David Funston was safe to enter society. He was scheduled to be released Thursday, but prison officials turned him over to Placer County law enforcement.
State GovernmentLicense plates for e-bikes? California bill sparks debate over safetyFebruary 26, 2026 | Gerardo ZavalaThe new bill would require certain e-bikes to carry license plates and owners to register them with the DMV. Advocates say this targets the wrong problem.
Sacramento RegionLoss, memory, hope: California’s Ukrainian community marks four years of warFebruary 25, 2026 | Sarit LaschinskyThe Ukrainian community recently gathered at the State Capitol to mark the fourth anniversary of Russia’s invasion.
Sacramento Region28th annual Free Museum Weekend returns to SacramentoFebruary 25, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisThe SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity, Sacramento History Museum and the Sojourner Truth museums are three of the 20 museums that will have free admission for a limited number of people the first weekend of March.
Health CareNew UC Berkeley data project tackles health, treatment gaps for female athletes, on and off the fieldFebruary 25, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Vicki GonzalezWomen’s sports are having a major boom, but when it comes to properly treating injuries and providing care there are still a lot of unknowns. A new program at UC Berkeley aims to answer some of those questions. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBudget watchdog urges CA lawmakers to reject Newsom’s $200M in clean car rebatesFebruary 25, 2026 | Gerardo ZavalaCalifornia’s nonpartisan budget analyst says the governor's rebate plan is too costly, citing the group’s projected $18 billion state budget deficit.
Leaders focus on safety, new development at State of DowntownFebruary 24, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisLeaders from Sacramento spoke on the state of downtown, mentioning new Waterfront development, Sacramento State’s future mixed-use downtown campus and a possible MLB expansion in Sacramento.
Housing and HomelessnessSacramento City Council’s ‘hands tied’ as East Sacramento apartment complex moves forwardFebruary 24, 2026 | Riley PalmerTwo groups focused on neighborhood preservation filed an appeal of the project, slated for a block of Alhambra Boulevard. They cite impacts to traffic, the environment, and city sewage systems.
Education1 in 10 Cal State students face homelessness. This emergency housing program helpsFebruary 24, 2026Rapid Rehousing operates at all 10 UC campuses, 25 community colleges and 18 CSU campuses. Students in the program reported higher GPAs and improved mental health and nutrition.
ClassicalLocal Artist Feature, February 20th 2026: Bassoonist Dr. David Wells Discloses How Swimming Helps Him Perform OnstageFebruary 24, 2026 | Jennifer ReasonBassoonist David Wells discusses using his instrument for a variety of musical genres, and also how long distance swimming helps him breathe while playing. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
