ClassicalLSO Director Kathryn McDowell shares vision for the future of one of the world’s most prestigious orchestrasFebruary 17, 2025 | Jennifer ReasonAs managing director of the London Symphony Orchestra for 20 years, Kathryn McDowell is continuing to place a focus on education and outreach in the classical world. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionFront Street Animal Shelter relaunches ‘Doggie Day Out’ program: Here’s what to expectFebruary 14, 2025 | Keyshawn DavisThe program allows participants to take a dog out of the shelter for a few hours. It’s helped some get adopted.
EnvironmentSouthern California hit by destructive debris flows caused by heavy rainsFebruary 14, 2025Debris flows brought on by the strongest atmospheric river of the season swept a car off a southern California highway and into the ocean and left roads submerged in sludge.
Health CareTop California Democrats clash over how to rein in drug industry middlemenFebruary 13, 2025State data shows California health plan drug costs have grown by more than 50% since 2017.
State GovernmentCalifornia homeowners will have to fund half of high-risk insurer’s $1 billion ‘bailout’February 13, 2025Most California home and fire insurance customers will see temporary fees added to their insurance bills as part of the charge, known as an assessment — marking the first time insurance companies will have imposed an assessment directly on customers.
Sacramento RegionBroadway’s bike-friendly future: Can this road become a safe haven for cyclists?February 13, 2025 | Gerardo ZavalaSacramento is working to make Broadway safer for cyclists and pedestrians through its Complete Streets Project. Local businesses support the changes, hoping for increased bike traffic.
EducationGutted courses, fewer majors, faculty layoffs: Who will feel Cal State’s 8% budget cut?February 12, 2025The Cal State system is bracing for a cut of $375 million — a result of rising costs and declining enrollment. University officials warn of fewer classes and faculty layoffs.
State GovernmentReport calls for more data on pregnant and parenting foster youthFebruary 11, 2025 | Megan MyscofskiThe report comes from a short-term residential facility serving foster youth who have children or are expecting. It says better data would result in more services.
Sacramento RegionFrom Vietnam to Sacramento: Local woman reflects on Operation Babylift, search for birth parentsFebruary 11, 2025 | Vicki Gonzalez | Sarit LaschinskyFour-year-old Huyen Friedlander was aboard the last Operation Babylift flight in April 1975. Born to a Vietnamese mother and an American father, she was adopted by a family in Sacramento. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
JazzBrazilian composer Heloísa Fernandes channels the beauty of the Amazon in Mondavi Center performancesFebruary 11, 2025 | Avery JeffryHailing from São Paulo, pianist and composer Heloísa Fernandes reflects on the deep cultural roots of her homeland with her newest program, “Dream of the Waters.” Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
