Sacramento RegionAthletics' $2 billion Las Vegas stadium on track for 2028 opening, officials sayDecember 8, 2025The Athletics are on track to open their new Las Vegas stadium on time, officials said Thursday. The team met its year-end construction goals, including starting the concrete phase and installing cranes.
Sacramento RegionWhat is the state of Sacramento’s flood control?December 8, 2025 | Sarit Laschinsky | Vicki GonzalezMajor infrastructure projects are underway in the famously flood-prone region to shore up levees and improve the Sacramento Weir. But some of these efforts have run into setbacks and opposition from the community. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
ImmigrationSacramento Afghan asylum applicant arrested on his way to routine appointmentDecember 5, 2025 | Gerardo Zavala | Ruth FinchCongresswoman Doris Matsui held a press conference Friday in response to the arrest. She was joined by Norcal Resist expressing concerns around the ICE presence in Sacramento.
Sacramento Region‘They’ll just disappear’: Sacramento media programs in funding limboDecember 5, 2025 | Riley Palmer | Keyshawn DavisThe Sacramento Metropolitan Cable Television Commission meeting ended early Thursday night without a budget plan for 2026, which could have huge impacts on public media nonprofits.
State GovernmentFederal judge appears skeptical of Trump's ongoing command of California National Guard troopsDecember 5, 2025A federal judge has questioned the Trump administration’s authority and need to maintain command of California National Guard troops it first deployed to Los Angeles in June following violent protests.
Sacramento RegionSacramento Hmong New Year Festival celebrates culture and traditionDecember 5, 2025Thousands flock to Sacramento's Hmong New Year Festival each year at Cal Expo. Sacramento has one of the largest Hmong populations in a metropolitan area.
Health CareWhat to expect as we head into the season for flu, COVID, and RSVDecember 5, 2025 | Andrew GarciaLast year was the most severe flu season in over a decade in the United States. And this year, a new strain of the flu is fueling concerns of another rough winter for respiratory viruses. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentThere’s power in public comment: The Sacramento Lorax’s case for showing upDecember 4, 2025 | Riley PalmerWhat does it take to make a lasting impression on city councilmembers who listen to hours of public testimony? One Sacramento woman is getting into full character. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EducationCalifornia students with disabilities face ‘terrifying’ special ed cuts after Trump changesDecember 4, 2025Trump has cut funding to Medicaid, which pays for many services for students with disabilities. He also gutted the Office of Civil Rights, which helps enforce disability law.
Sacramento RegionSacramento City Council paves way for industrial district on protected land in NatomasDecember 3, 2025 | Riley PalmerThe Council agreed to annex 450 acres into the city of Sacramento to build a warehouse district with four large warehouses as well as other commercial buildings in North Natomas.
