Health CareKids’ vaccine program ends abruptly with Trump Administration cutsApril 10, 2025 | Megan MyscofskiAlthough a restraining order from a judge will make the funds temporarily available again, public health officials say the damage might already be done. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia voter ID bill voted down at the state CapitolApril 10, 2025 | Laura FitzgeraldRepublican lawmaker says he’ll try to establish voter ID through a citizen’s initiative instead.
State GovernmentCalifornia manufacturers brace for impact of international tariffs, retaliationApril 9, 2025 | Sarit Laschinsky | Chris NicholsPresident Donald Trump's tariffs are creating instability for California's large manufacturing sector, which employs more than a million people.
ClassicalDream Team Joshua Bell and Peter Dugan turn in a transcendent performance at the Mondavi CenterApril 9, 2025 | Jennifer ReasonCapRadio's Midday Classical host Jennifer Reason emcees a duo concert with violinist Joshua Bell and pianist Peter Dugan.
Sacramento RegionThe 32nd annual Concerts in the Park will return in MayApril 9, 2025 | Keyshawn DavisThis year, the free community event will feature 35 local and national acts and will be for nine weeks instead of 12.
State GovernmentCalifornia’s big pension funds lost billions in stock market selloff. Can they recover in time?April 9, 2025The stock market selloff that followed President Trump’s latest tariff announcement underscored the “unprecedented” risk that California pension funds see in a potential trade war.
EnvironmentMeet the ringtail, one of California’s cutest and most elusive native animalsApril 8, 2025 | Manola SecairaKristyn Schulte, a ringtail biologist with Sacramento City College, is working to better understand where the chronically-understudied animal lives in California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionCalifornia State Library considers next steps after abrupt federal funding cutsApril 8, 2025 | Megan MyscofskiOfficials worry that more cuts down the line could jeopardize jobs and programs to reach patrons with disabilities.
Sacramento RegionSacramento Public Library adds free pregnancy tests at 12 locationsApril 8, 2025 | Gerardo ZavalaThe Sacramento Public Library partnered with Planned Parenthood to provide Sexual Health Resource Cabinets at 12 branches. The program offers free pregnancy tests and sexual health supplies with the goal of increasing access and reducing stigma.
Sacramento RegionPhở Meets Espresso: Chloé Cà Phê brings Vietnamese flavors to Sacramento’s coffee sceneApril 8, 2025 | Gerardo ZavalaChloé Cà Phê’ brings Vietnamese culture, espresso and cars to Midtown’s coffee scene. Owner Charley Phung said his coffee shop is more than just coffee; it’s a cultural bridge and a hub for car and coffee lovers alike.
