State GovernmentCalifornia celebrates Juneteenth and America’s 250th anniversary with free historic park passes.June 18, 2026 | Chris FeltsGovernor Gavin Newsom offered a “stark contrast” to the Trump administration in his announcement that admission to California's historic parks will be free for a limited time in honor of Juneteenth and America's 250th birthday.
Sacramento RegionCalifornia’s FAIR Plan will hike its rates this fall. How will that impact policyholders?June 18, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Vicki GonzalezHundreds of thousands of people have turned to the state’s “insurer of last resort” in recent years as wildfires grow larger and more devastating. The FAIR Plan is reportedly planning to raise its rates an average of 30% this fall. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentA tax on billionaires qualified for the November ballot. 5 things to know about the measureJune 18, 2026A healthcare workers union is pushing a one-time 5% tax on the state's roughly 200 billionaires to offset federal Medicaid cuts. One billionaire has already spent $82 million trying to stop it — and that may be just the beginning.
State GovernmentWaves of lawsuits and internet tracking: CIPA in the digital ageJune 18, 2026 | Ruth FinchSmall businesses are getting sued at an alarming rate for violating internet privacy laws, with one law firm fielding over 500 lawsuits alone citing the California Invasion of Privacy Act.
Food and SustainabilityCapitol region caviar: How conservation led to industry in Northern CaliforniaJune 18, 2026 | Ruth FinchThe Sacramento region is home to a unique industry that was born and raised in the area: sturgeon aquaculture.
Sacramento RegionHow a Hampton Inn in Roseville went from hotel to homeJune 17, 2026 | Greg MicekA former Hampton Inn in Roseville was converted into permanent housing. Now called Sun Rose Apartments, it provides a home for 82 residents.
Sacramento RegionSacramento County approves Upper Westside plan despite city oppositionJune 17, 2026 | Tony RodriguezThe Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved on Tuesday a plan to build a massive new housing development just west of Natomas. Once fully completed, it would add 9,400 homes on farmland along Garden Highway.
Sacramento RegionAfter their first Vegas series, what kind of excitement are the Athletics receiving?June 17, 2026 | Vicki Gonzalez | Sarit LaschinskyThe Athletics recently played their first stint in their future home, and their new stadium is under construction. But have they improved their standing in Sacramento, where the A’s will play for at least one more season? Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionFormer CapRadio GM’s court case continued until September, no plea enteredJune 17, 2026 | Sarit LaschinskyFormer general manager Jun Reina made a brief court appearance via Zoom on Wednesday, where his criminal case was continued until September. The former executive has not entered a plea to the felony charges leveled against him.
Sacramento RegionHave the city of Sacramento’s efforts to help the homeless been working? The data is unclearJune 17, 2026 | Riley PalmerCity audit raises questions about the link between Sacramento’s homeless shelters and connecting unhoused residents with stable housing.
