Arts and LifestyleMichael Angarano and Chris Smith talk ‘Sacramento’ hours ahead of theatrical releaseApril 11, 2025'Sacramento' movie premiers in theaters this weekend. Here's what the director and writer think about making the movie in the capital city.
Sacramento RegionLocal refugee program struggles without federal supportApril 10, 2025 | Vicki Gonzalez | Sally LongeneckerWhen President Donald Trump ordered a halt to refugee resettlement programs in January, Opening Doors in Sacramento was supporting 521 refugees, including a young woman who had arrived the night before.
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.
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.
Sacramento RegionBehind the mic: Brian McKenna on 35 years of booking local showsApril 7, 2025 | Keyshawn DavisBrian McKenna has booked and promoted shows in Sacramento for over 30 years. He’s booked bands like Nirvana, Blink-182, Green Day, Cake, Deftones, Rob Zombie and many more.
Sacramento RegionYou’re not wrong. Sacramento’s spring allergies are really badApril 4, 2025 | Sally LongeneckerA Sacramento allergist explains why seasonal allergies are so bad, and what you can do about it.
Sacramento RegionWhat’s next for Sacramento’s Promise Zone as federal designations expireApril 4, 2025Ten years after it began, Sacramento’s Promise Zone designation is set to expire this month. What remains is a network of relationships, hard-won lessons and a renewed focus on place-based collaboration.
