Sacramento RegionNFL star Arik Armstead shares his ‘superpower’ in new comic bookJuly 14, 2025 | Chris FeltsFormer 49er defensive lineman Arik Armstead tackles early childhood literacy with a new comic book to help inspire kids who may be struggling on their reading journey.
Sacramento RegionSacramento’s bike network received a failing grade. City officials disagreeJuly 14, 2025 | Gerardo ZavalaCity officials dispute Sacramento’s 36/100 score in PeopleForBikes’ latest ratings. Meanwhile, state funding shortfalls continue to slow progress on bike infrastructure projects.
ImmigrationICE arrests asylum seeker after Sacramento court hearingJuly 11, 2025 | Gerardo ZavalaMinutes after a Sacramento immigration court hearing, ICE detained an asylum seeker. NorCal Resist volunteers stepped in to help his family member deal with the aftermath. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionBeyond the villa: Sacramento’s Love Island USA watch partiesJuly 11, 2025 | Keyshawn Davis | Tony RodriguezIf you want to watch the Peacock show live in-person, there are many bars that are showing Love Island USA. Punch Bowl Social, Tom’s Watch Bar, Tiger and more are showing the finale on Sunday.
Sacramento RegionAll seven victims from Esparto fireworks explosion officially identifiedJuly 11, 2025 | Sarit Laschinsky | Gerardo Zavala | Chris Felts | Vicki GonzalezThe Yolo County Coroner’s Office has officially identified all seven people killed in the July 1 explosion in Esparto. Family members of the victims have been calling for answers from authorities, and criticizing the slow pace of information.
Sacramento Region‘This is a huge red flag:’ Fireworks expert raises concerns over deadly Esparto explosionJuly 10, 2025 | Vicki Gonzalez | Sarit LaschinskyAs the investigation into last week’s fatal explosion in Yolo County continues, a fireworks industry representative and Cal Fire advisory committee member says there’s work to be done. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionSacramento may ban camping outside of City Hall, sparking criticismJuly 9, 2025 | Tony RodriguezSacramento may soon ban camping outside City Hall. Unhoused residents say it’s one of the few safe places left. A final vote is set for July 22.
Sacramento RegionNo, gas prices aren’t jumping 65 cents. But they are risingJuly 9, 2025 | Gerardo ZavalaGas prices are rising, but they’re not hitting the skyrocketing high costs some are estimating. A UC Berkeley energy economist explains why certain estimates are unrealistic.
Sacramento RegionA week after deadly fireworks blast, families wait for answersJuly 8, 2025 | Gerardo Zavala | Greg MicekMore than a week after a fireworks warehouse explosion killed seven people in Esparto, families say they’re still waiting for answers. A father who lost two sons, and his attorney speak out about their grief, frustrations and what comes next. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionBodies of all 7 missing people found at a California fireworks warehouse that explodedJuly 7, 2025Authorities say they've found the bodies of all seven people who had been missing since an explosion at a fireworks warehouse in Northern California. The explosion shook the tiny farming community of Esparto last week.
