State GovernmentRep. Nancy Pelosi announces retirement after 38 years in CongressNovember 6, 2025Her retirement, which comes amid Democrats’ cries for a new generation of leadership, sets the stage for a showdown between a progressive challenger and a well-known moderate state senator.
Sacramento RegionMike Bibby’s debut delivers win, packed house at Sac State’s new facilityNovember 5, 2025 | Chris FeltsSacramento State men’s basketball put on a dominant performance Tuesday in their debut under new head coach Mike Bibby. The Hornets beat Division II Dominican University of California, 103-79.
State GovernmentProp 50 leaves Kevin Kiley without a clear district for 2026 runNovember 5, 2025 | Gerardo ZavalaWith new congressional maps in place, Kiley faces no easy path and Placer County faces a major political reshuffling.
EducationFinding a place in space: Sacramento teacher returns from simulated moon missionNovember 5, 2025 | Vicki Gonzalez | Sarit LaschinskyDomina Stamas participated in a two-week analog astronaut mission in Poland simulating life on the moon. The Westlake Charter School teacher says she hopes her experience can inspire students and others to explore the space industry. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentProposition 50 passed in California. Here’s what you missedNovember 5, 2025California voters backed Gov. Gavin Newsom’s plan to redraw congressional districts in favor of Democrats. It was a big night for him in his rivalry with President Donald Trump.
State GovernmentCalifornia voters approve new US House map to boost Democrats in 2026November 4, 2025California voters have approved a plan to overhaul the state’s congressional district boundaries, giving Democrats a boost in their bid to win the U.S. House majority next year.
State GovernmentAlex Padilla, a favorite to succeed Gavin Newsom, won’t run for California governorNovember 4, 2025Sen. Alex Padilla was never officially in the race to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom, but his national profile led many to believe that he’d be a favorite to win.
State GovernmentNTSB report: Medical helicopter lost power before fatal Highway 50 crashNovember 4, 2025 | Sarit LaschinskyFederal investigators say the helicopter’s flight paramedic issued a mayday call shortly after takeoff after noticing the power went out. The crash critically injured the three crewmembers aboard, one of whom died days later.
EducationStarting in 2026, Sac State freshmen must live two years on campusNovember 4, 2025 | Sarit LaschinskyPresident Luke Wood announced the policy back in August, which applies to first year, non-transfer students starting in Fall 2026. Sac State joins a number of CSUs requiring new students to find a home on campus.
Sacramento RegionCalFresh delays leave California college students struggling to afford foodNovember 4, 2025 | Gerardo ZavalaAs benefits stall during the federal shutdown, students at Sac State and UC Davis say they’re turning to campus food pantries to get by. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
