Housing and HomelessnessSacramento City Council’s ‘hands tied’ as East Sacramento apartment complex moves forwardFebruary 24, 2026 | Riley PalmerTwo groups focused on neighborhood preservation filed an appeal of the project, slated for a block of Alhambra Boulevard. They cite impacts to traffic, the environment, and city sewage systems.
Education1 in 10 Cal State students face homelessness. This emergency housing program helpsFebruary 24, 2026Rapid Rehousing operates at all 10 UC campuses, 25 community colleges and 18 CSU campuses. Students in the program reported higher GPAs and improved mental health and nutrition.
ClassicalLocal Artist Feature, February 20th 2026: Bassoonist Dr. David Wells Discloses How Swimming Helps Him Perform OnstageFebruary 24, 2026 | Jennifer ReasonBassoonist David Wells discusses using his instrument for a variety of musical genres, and also how long distance swimming helps him breathe while playing. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentUnion-backed bill would require telework options for California state workersFebruary 23, 2026 | Laura FitzgeraldMost state employees must return to work in-person at least four days a week starting July 1, under a mandate from Governor Gavin Newsom. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionDueling documents suggest CapRadio’s former GM allegedly hid spendingFebruary 23, 2026 | Sarit LaschinskyFormer GM Jun Reina faces a felony forgery charge in connection to accusations of misappropriating more than a million dollars in station money. The charge appears to relate to a modified invoice supposedly related to a broadcast tower project.
State GovernmentLawmaker pushes bill for San Francisco to break away from PG&EFebruary 23, 2026 | Laura FitzgeraldA publicly-run utility has long been San Francisco’s goal. The new measure aims to make that a reality by curbing CPUC power.
Sacramento RegionBuddhist Church of Sacramento vandalized with white nationalist symbolsFebruary 23, 2026 | Ruth FinchAfter graffiti showing hate symbols was spray-painted on an exterior wall of the Buddhist Church of Sacramento Thursday night, Sacramento’s community responds in kind.
Sacramento RegionBlackbird Mountain Guides was built on avalanche safety, then one struckFebruary 23, 2026 | Greg MicekBlackbird Mountain Guides was the most prolific avalanche education provider in North America. Then one of its own trips became California’s deadliest avalanche. A closer look at the company at the center of the tragedy.
Sacramento RegionAll 9 victims of deadly Castle Peak avalanche recovered, identifiedFebruary 21, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Greg MicekSix clients and three guides from Blackbird Mountain Guides, a Truckee-based outdoor tour company, were killed in Tuesday’s avalanche, the deadliest in modern California history. One person remained missing for days before being found Friday.
Sacramento RegionSMF eyes big upgrades in 2026 following record-breaking travel yearFebruary 20, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Vicki GonzalezNearly 14 million people passed through Sacramento International Airport in 2025. The airport has been working on infrastructure improvements to enhance traveler experiences and accommodate future growth. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
