News

What California Knows About Kamala Harris

August 18, 2019

What most Americans are still just beginning to learn about California’s junior senator, we’ve seen it here for decades. Here are eight ways that California shaped Kamala Harris and that Harris has shaped California.

‘A Lot At Stake For Everybody’: Sacramento Negotiations For Major League Soccer Expansion Franchise Nearing End

August 18, 2019 | Bob Moffitt

People close to Sacramento's push for a team say they are nearing the process’ end and are confident they will succeed.

Another Victim Of Camp Fire Identified

August 17, 2019

This brings the total number of named dead to 81.

Can California Put Cars In The Rear-View Mirror?

August 17, 2019

Lawmakers are nudging motorists into ride-sharing, public transit and housing that enables both.

Sacramento Sues Homeless People For ‘Public Nuisance,’ Civil Rights Advocates Call Lawsuit A ‘Dangerous’ New Tactic

August 16, 2019 | Chris Nichols

The city of Sacramento is suing seven homeless people, asking a court to ban them from a business district over their past history of drug use and other crimes.

California Leads Latest Lawsuit Over Trump Immigration Rule

August 16, 2019

(AP) — California and three other states filed a court challenge on Friday to new Trump administration rules blocking green cards for any immigrants who use public assistance.

Business

Business Journal: Discount Stores Coming To Sacramento; Economic Forecast; Rent Control Measure Passes

August 16, 2019 | Steve Milne

Philadelphia-based discount retail chain Five Below is entering the Sacramento area with its first store. The Sacramento Business Journal's Sonya Sorich has the story, and more business news.

State Government

Proposition 13 Battle Gets New Momentum For November 2020 Ballot

August 15, 2019 | Ben Adler

One of the most expensive political fights in California history could be headed for the November 2020 ballot: a property tax increase that could raise $10 billion a year for schools, community colleges and local governments.

Pregnant Or Trying? Here’s How To Get The Most Out Of California’s New Paid Family Leave Law

August 15, 2019

California recently approved a longer paid family leave. Here's how that's going to work.

Health Care

Sacramento Group Works To Make Dance More Accessible For People With Autism

August 15, 2019 | Sammy Caiola

Capital Dance Project, an offshoot of the Sacramento Ballet, is hosting a special performance this Sunday for people with autism and other developmental disabilities.

State Government

Annual Softball Game For California Lawmakers Showcases Bipartisanship — As Republicans Struggle to Field Team

August 15, 2019 | Scott Rodd

Instead of Democrats versus Republicans, like in previous years, the two teams were a mix of party affiliations.

Work To Begin On New I-5 Interchange Aimed At Boosting Development Near Sacramento Airport

August 15, 2019 | Bob Moffitt

Sacramento County hopes a new interchange near the international airport will spur economic development worth billions of dollars — but there will be road closures during the major construction, which begins this week.

Report: PG&E Failed To Deal With Some Trees Near Power Lines

August 15, 2019

(AP) — PG&E failed to clear away thousands of trees that posed a threat to power lines, according to a report from a court-appointed monitor that was made public Wednesday.

TahoeLand | Episode 2

The Shrimp Problem

August 15, 2019

Invasive shrimp are threatening Lake Tahoe’s iconic clarity. But removing them might keep Tahoe blue — and it also could be a solution for other communities grappling with climate change.

• Trillions Of Invasive Shrimp Are Degrading Lake Tahoe’s Clarity. Now Researchers Are Trying To Stop Them.

TahoeLand

Trillions Of Invasive Shrimp Are Degrading Lake Tahoe’s Clarity. Now Researchers Are Trying To Stop Them.

August 15, 2019 | Emily Zentner

Mysis shrimp, an invasive species put in Lake Tahoe by humans, have gobbled up the tiny creatures that keep the lake clear. Can we control the shrimp population enough to fix the problem?

State Government

Could California Efforts To Maintain Obama-era Environmental Rules, Enact Rent Caps Succeed This Year? State Senate Leader Is Optimistic.

August 15, 2019 | Ben Adler

California Senate President pro Tem Toni Atkins spoke with CapRadio about her proposal to put Obama-era environmental rules into state law, plus the possibility of action at the Capitol on tenant protections and new rules for gig economy workers.

Debate Over Homeless Shelter In South Sacramento Divides City Officials, Residents

August 14, 2019 | Bob Moffitt

A proposed shelter site near Meadowview Road has support from Mayor Darrell Steinberg, but opposition from district Councilman Larry Carr.

State Government

California Senate Leader: ‘Gig Economy’ Deal Likely Won’t Be Included In ‘Dynamex’ Bill Expected To Pass This Year

August 14, 2019 | Ben Adler

Sen. Toni Atkins says she expects the Legislature’s efforts to “strike a balance” between companies and labor unions on whether gig economy workers should be classified as employees will continue beyond when lawmakers adjourn next month.

PolitiFact California

Gavin Newsom’s Ridiculous Claim ‘Vast Majority’ Of San Francisco’s Homeless People Come From Texas

August 14, 2019 | Chris Nichols

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said the "vast majority" of San Francisco’s homeless people come in from Texas. PolitiFact California explored that head-scratching claim.

California Dream

Do You Speak Mam? Growth of Oakland’s Guatemalan Community Sparks Interest In Indigenous Language

August 14, 2019

Immigrants and asylum seekers that come to the U.S. often head to places where they know people. And in Oakland, there’s a growing community from rural Guatemala that speaks an indigenous language called Mam.