State GovernmentCalifornia Insurance Commissioner candidates debate solutions to wildfire-driven crisisApril 10, 2026The normally sleepy race is attracting a lot of attention as wildfires and inflation have caused a crisis in the state’s home insurance market.
State GovernmentCalMatters went to court to unseal the warrants behind Sheriff Chad Bianco’s ballot seizures. What they revealApril 10, 2026Riverside County Sheriff and California governor candidate Chad Bianco focused on claims from an activist group when he kicked off a voter fraud inquiry.
Sacramento RegionSheriff’s lieutenant, company owners among those arrested, charged in connection to deadly Esparto fireworks explosionApril 10, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Greg MicekAt least four people each face seven counts of murder and multiple counts of conspiracy in connection to the July 1, 2025 explosion that killed seven people. Arrests were conducted in both California and Florida.
Sacramento RegionUp the Kavs: How Ireland’s national sport found a home in SacramentoApril 10, 2026 | Sarit LaschinskyHurling has a history dating back thousands of years, and is known as the “fastest sport on grass.” A Sacramento team founded last year is helping to introduce this ancient Gaelic tradition to players across the region. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionAlchemist CDC Public Market breaks groundApril 9, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisThe nonprofit broke ground Thursday morning in the River District for their public market, which is expected to be finished by Summer 2027.
State GovernmentCalifornia billionaire tax is a no-brainer for progressive Democrats, right? Wrong.April 9, 2026The health care union behind the tax measure argues its plan is the only viable fix for federal funding cuts to Medi-Cal. But even some of the most liberal lawmakers and labor unions aren’t convinced yet.
Housing and HomelessnessSacramento’s mayor issued a ‘six-point plan’ on homelessness. Where does it stand?April 8, 2026 | Riley PalmerThe plan to address homelessness was announced seven months ago, which includes tiny home communities for seniors, a safe campground and a safe parking site.
ClassicalLocal Artist Feature March 27, 2026: Violinist from Yale has been Impacting Our Community for Two Decades!April 8, 2026 | Jennifer ReasonFrom Grammy-nominated ensembles to decades in the classroom, violinist Anna Presler is everywhere in our community! Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionMeet working dogs at the Sacramento Children's Museum's annual eventApril 7, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisThis is a free event where families can meet various working dogs, including law enforcement canines, therapy dogs, and service dogs.
Sacramento RegionAnalysis by avalanche experts questions decisions by guides on deadly California backcountry tripApril 7, 2026An investigation has found nine backcountry skiers killed in the deadliest avalanche in modern California history were being guided through dangerous terrain when safer routes were available.
