Sacramento RegionDo not underestimate the dangers of local waterways, experts warnMay 12, 2025 | Tyler WebbWater temperatures in the region remain cold until mid-summer, putting swimmers at risk for hypothermia. And when temperatures are safer, experts say there are still risks of strong currents and the ever-changing terrain of river beds. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentWhy a contentious project to raise California’s Shasta Dam could move forward under TrumpMay 12, 2025Enlarging the dam would deliver more Sacramento River water to Central Valley farmers but a tribe could lose sacred sites and endangered salmon could lose habitat in wet years.
EducationCalifornia promised to boost mental health in schools. Why one key program is behind scheduleMay 12, 2025Only 14 school districts and county offices of education have begun billing for behavioral health services under the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative Fee Schedule Program, according to state health officials.
State GovernmentHazard maps, air tankers and funding: Cal Fire prepares for longer, more unpredictable wildfire seasonMay 9, 2025 | Sarit Laschinsky | Chris NicholsState Fire Marshal Daniel Berlant outlines how Cal Fire is preparing for the peak of California’s increasingly long and unpredictable wildfire season, as millions of residents find themselves living in higher-hazard areas.
Sacramento RegionFirst ever U.S Pope Cardinal Robert Prevost announced: Sacramento community reactsMay 8, 2025 | Keyshawn Davis | Gerardo ZavalaChicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost will succeed Pope Francis as the new Pope. He will be named Pope Leo XIV.
Health CareKaiser in the hot seat as California lawmakers blast company for skipping mental health hearingMay 8, 2025California lawmakers called an informational hearing on mental health services at Kaiser Permanente, but the company didn’t attend.
Sacramento RegionLast-minute Mother’s Day shopping? Check out these Sacramento hidden gemsMay 7, 2025 | Gerardo ZavalaStill looking for a Mother’s Day gift? Consider visiting these three Sacramento shops offering unique gifts from flowers and mixing bowls to “hard-to-find” chocolates.
State GovernmentFrog Jump kicks off California fair season on Capitol lawnMay 7, 2025 | Megan MyscofskiPoliticians, Capitol staffers and journalists competed on Tuesday in the 49th annual Capitol Frog Jump. CapRadio’s Megan Myscofski took home the trophy. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionBehind the mic: Sacramento’s Neo-Soul Sensation, Basi VibeMay 7, 2025 | Keyshawn DavisBasi Vibe is a musician from Sacramento who blends R&B with Neo-Soul. He will be playing at Concerts in the Park in a few weeks.
State GovernmentCalifornia regulator weakens AI rules, giving Big Tech more leeway to track youMay 7, 2025Tech that helps businesses make decisions or target ads will be given freer rein following pressure from the governor.
