State GovernmentCalifornia’s race for governor is in for a major shakeup following Swalwell’s exitApril 14, 2026 | Laura FitzgeraldWhat former Rep. Eric Swalwell’s exit from the race means for other Democrats. Gov. Gavin Newsom is calling a special election for his East Bay seat for August 18.
Sacramento RegionDA calls Natomas High shooting ‘self-defense,’ declines chargesApril 14, 2026 | Tony RodriguezPolice have arrested a teenage suspect in a deadly shooting that took place at Natomas High School. Family members identified the 16-year-old victim as De’Jon Sledge of Discovery High School.
Sacramento RegionApollo to Artemis: How a Sacramento company is helping humanity get back to spaceApril 14, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Vicki GonzalezTECMA is a small aerospace manufacturer that has been involved with nearly every major space program since 1957, including the Apollo missions. Its owner was in Florida to watch the launch of Artemis II, which included some of the company's parts. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
ImmigrationSacramento DACA recipient ordered to travel thousands of miles for courtApril 14, 2026 | Gerardo ZavalaA denied venue change means Daniela Valladares Hernandez must return to Georgia for an immigration hearing. She hasn’t lived there for roughly 10 years. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
ClassicalLocal Artist Feature April 3, 2026: The wide versatility of....the tuba?April 13, 2026 | Jennifer ReasonSacramento-based composer, educator and professional tubist Portia Njoku opens our eyes to the expansive world of her instrument. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionTemper Trap, Arden Park Roots to headline 33rd annual Concerts in the ParkApril 13, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisConcerts in the Park will take place on May 1 bringing nine weeks of free live music to Downtown Sacramento. This year, they’re introducing a Latin night and a Juneteenth night.
State GovernmentQ&A: State Senator Ashby on her bill to reform how Sacramento works together on homelessnessApril 13, 2026 | Riley PalmerThe bill has divided local electeds and would change leadership around homeless initiatives and how funding flows in the Sacramento region Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Housing and HomelessnessQ&A with Sac County Supervisor Patrick Kennedy on bill to centralize homelessness responseApril 13, 2026 | Riley PalmerThe same legislation was put on hold last year after elected leaders across Sacramento County opposed it. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionAs new federal restrictions kick in, how could they impact CalFresh users across the Sacramento region?April 13, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Vicki GonzalezAs of April 1, restrictions enacted by the federal government mean many lawfully present immigrants no longer qualify for CalFresh benefits. More changes will come into effect in June which will set work requirements for able-bodied adults. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentTrump wanted California Republicans to back Steve Hilton. They didn’t listenApril 13, 2026The California Republican Party failed to endorse a candidate for governor, demonstrating that Trump’s influence only goes so far in California, even among his party’s most faithful.
