EducationCalifornia’s childcare and preschool providers struggle amid transitional kindergarten expansionJune 17, 2026Transitional kindergarten has been gradually expanded since 2021 and is now free for all California 4-year-olds. Childcare providers were expected to care for younger children, which comes with additional licensing and staffing requirements.
Health CareYour medical provider might be recording your mental health care visitsJune 17, 2026Mental health professionals at Kaiser are raising concerns about an artificial intelligence tool that records medical appointments, saying it should have more safeguards.
State GovernmentUS tells states to deal with unemployment fraud - or face penaltiesJune 17, 2026The U.S. Department of Labor is telling states they have to combat fraud, waste and abuse in their unemployment insurance programs. And if they don't, they could face having federal administrative funds withheld.
Sacramento RegionFormer Sac State diversity officer sues President Luke Wood, CSU system over alleged discriminationJune 16, 2026 | Sarit LaschinskyDr. Mia Settles-Tidwell worked at Sac State for over two years before resigning in April 2024. Her lawsuit was filed last year in Los Angeles and alleges multiple instances of discrimination and harassment.
Sacramento RegionKaplan declares victory in Sacramento City Council race to represent North NatomasJune 16, 2026 | Chris NicholsKaplan faced first-time candidate Jenn Chawla, who was endorsed by Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty. Chawla has conceded the race.
Sacramento RegionNew West Sacramento cultural center aims to honor Native tribes ‘on their own terms’June 16, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Vicki GonzalezThe California Indian Heritage Center will sit on 51 acres at the confluence of the American and Sacramento Rivers. Representatives intend for the center to be a place of education and cultural exchange, guided by tribal input. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionSacramento appoints new city historian: Ty SmithJune 16, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisTy Smith shares his career path to becoming the newest city historian. He also talks about the importance of preserving and interpreting local archives for the Center of Sacramento History.
ClassicalLocal Artist Feature June 12th, 2026: Composer Writes Music to Help Deal with Tragedy- Including His Own.June 15, 2026 | Jennifer ReasonWe all know that music heals. Composer Kurt Erickson takes a firsthand approach in writing music to help deal with life's tragedies. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentA diamond, a whale bone and lots of letters: What's inside the America 250 time capsuleJune 15, 2026A 900-pound time capsule marking the 250th anniversary of American independence has been sealed shut and shipped to Philadelphia, where it will be buried next month.
Sacramento RegionJudge issues limited gag order to restrict ‘public extrajudicial comments’ in Esparto fireworks caseJune 15, 2026 | Sarit LaschinskyThe judge’s decision applies to the case’s parties and their counsel, but does not affect victims’ family members, the media or non-party state agencies. Prosecutors asked for a gag order to be imposed last month.
