State GovernmentHere’s how Newsom’s maps are already changing California’s congressional racesSeptember 16, 2025California congressional wannabes aren’t waiting for Prop. 50 to start campaigning in the newly drawn districts. Candidates are evaluating which seats they stand the greatest chance of winning in.
Sacramento RegionInside Sacramento’s food business incubatorSeptember 15, 2025 | Greg MicekFrom granola makers to pasta chefs, Sacramento food entrepreneurs are finding guidance and community through the Alchemist Microenterprise Academy.
Sacramento RegionMeet SCRAT, Sacramento’s dog team dedicated to hunting down urban ratsSeptember 15, 2025 | Manola SecairaFor years, Sacramento has ranked high on lists of the country’s most rat-infested cities. And if you’ve lived here for a while, you’ve probably seen a few scurrying along powerlines or between park bushes. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia lawmakers wrap up 2025 session, here’s what they passed in their final weekSeptember 13, 2025 | Laura Fitzgerald | Gerardo ZavalaBills to renew Cap and Trade, lower energy costs, boost housing and crackdown on antisemitism in schools dominated debate in the legislature’s final days. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EducationAs wildfires burn, a North State playbook aims to support the youngest survivors of disasterSeptember 12, 2025 | Vicki Gonzalez | Sarit LaschinskyChildren can suffer long-term risks to their social, emotional and mental wellbeing after surviving a wildfire. A team of North State researchers has developed a playbook that aims to help them before, during and after disaster. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
ImmigrationCalifornia passes ICE mask ban in closing days of legislative sessionSeptember 12, 2025The state legislature voted to ban local, out-of-state and federal law enforcement officers from wearing face coverings, as well as require officers to be readily identifiable.
Health CareCOVID-19 Confusion: What to know about the vaccines this fallSeptember 11, 2025 | Riley PalmerState and federal guidelines on who can get the updated COVID-19 vaccine are unclear, but clarity may come in the next few weeks.
The return of the pumpkin spice latteSeptember 11, 2025Starbucks has brought back the Pumpkin Spice Latte. Experts explain why are people so obsessed with the drink. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentNewsom strikes climate deal extending California cap and trade, boosting oil productionSeptember 11, 2025After weeks of tense and messy negotiations, California’s legislative leaders finally released several proposals that range from expanding domestic crude oil production to lowering electricity rates.
Sacramento RegionLet there be light: Historic Folsom Powerhouse turns 130September 11, 2025 | Sarit Laschinsky | Vicki GonzalezThe facility near Downtown Folsom became one of the first examples of large-scale hydropower when workers flipped the switch in 1895. The Powerhouse’s electricity flowed 22 miles to Sacramento, powering everything from train yards to ice houses.
