EnvironmentNow’s the time to spot the Delta’s iconic sandhill craneNovember 12, 2025 | Manola SecairaLocal birders flock to wetland lookout points just around this time of year, when the bird makes its way to the California Delta region as part of its annual migration from Alaska. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EducationTurning Point tour ends with fights and arrests at UC BerkeleyNovember 12, 2025While protesters chanted against the conservative ideals of Turning Point USA, event attendees laughed and danced inside the hall of one of the most liberal universities in the nation.
Sacramento RegionSacramento comedians use laughter to heal, talk mental health ahead of Veterans DayNovember 10, 2025 | Chris FeltsA Sacramento area comedian created a show in 2019 to fight the stigma surrounding mental health. He now performs worldwide, including for veterans and active duty service members to shed light on depression and suicide.
Food and SustainabilitySacramento County starting to see restored CalFresh benefitsNovember 7, 2025 | Sally LongeneckerSacramento County officials said CalFresh recipients are starting to see their full benefits loaded onto their EBT cards. This comes after California sued the Trump administration to continue funding.
EducationHow UC Berkeley is preparing for Turning Point’s final tour stop after Charlie Kirk’s deathNovember 7, 2025UC Berkeley officials won’t divulge security plans but say they are prepared to host the conservative organization Turning Point USA on Nov. 10 after its founder Charlie Kirk was assassinated nearly two months ago at Utah Valley University.
State Government‘No’ campaign advisor and Prop 50 map architect respond to election resultsNovember 6, 2025 | Vicki Gonzalez | Sarit LaschinskyProp 50 passed easily Tuesday. Republican political consultant Mike Madrid, who advised the No campaign and data consultant Paul Mitchell, whose company drew the new congressional maps, discuss the results. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionSNAP cuts squeeze local farmers’ marketNovember 6, 2025 | Keyshawn DavisFunding for SNAP benefits paused for the first time in its history and it’s not only affecting recipients, but farmers who sell products to customers.
Arts and LifestyleAri Shapiro to perform solo cabaret in Modesto this weekendNovember 6, 2025 | Sarit Laschinsky | Vicki GonzalezAfter signing off for the last time in September, the former host of All Things Considered has turned his attention to a busy performance schedule. Ari Shapiro will bring his new cabaret show titled “Thank You For Listening” to Modesto on Sunday. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareHalf a million young Californians aren’t in school or work. Most are menNovember 6, 2025Thousands of men in California are neither working nor in school. Gov. Gavin Newsom has called it a “crisis,” both for the labor market and for men’s mental health.
EnvironmentWith the rise of AI, California’s data centers require more water, energy. But by how much?November 6, 2025 | Manola SecairaThis year, California lawmakers considered bills to assess the impact generative AI will have on the state’s natural resources, as experts say it’s driving up energy and water demands at data centers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
