Sacramento RegionMessy, precise, inherently musical: Cake’s John McCrea remembers guitarist Greg BrownFebruary 13, 2026 | Jen Picard | Vicki GonzalezThe founding guitarist of Sacramento’s quintessential rock band has passed away after a brief illness. Greg Brown helped start Cake with lead singer John McCrea in the 1990s, and was the songwriter behind their hit piece, “The Distance.” Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento Region‘Shell Song’: A Roseville author’s new book draws from her grandfather’s incarceration during WWIIFebruary 13, 2026 | Vicki GonzalezSharon Fujimoto-Johnson’s latest children’s book is inspired by her Japanese American roots, and the seashells her grandfather collected at two different internment camps during the war. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCritics say bill creates ‘veil of secrecy’ over California’s high-speed rail recordsFebruary 12, 2026 | Gerardo ZavalaA proposed bill meant to clarify oversight of California’s high-speed rail project drew backlash from critics who say it could limit public access to records. This comes as the project grapples with a complete loss of federal support.
Sacramento RegionAfter years of ideas for 102 acres purchased in South Sacramento, the city is still decidingFebruary 12, 2026 | Tony RodriguezFour years after Sacramento bought 102 acres in Meadowview, the land still sits empty. City leaders are now launching an interest process to figure out what could be built there and who might help make it happen.
State GovernmentNewsom takes aim at veterans ‘claim sharks’ as he signs law banning fees for help with VAFebruary 12, 2026Many veterans turn to private companies for help filing disability claims at the Department of Veterans Affairs and then face bills that run well into the thousands of dollars.
ImmigrationKristi Noem to visit border near San Diego today as polls show declining support for Trump policiesFebruary 12, 2026Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s visit to the U.S.-Mexico border comes as polls show declining support for President Trump’s immigration policies since the killing of protestors in Minneapolis.
Sacramento RegionLocal band The Mighty Wallops are bringing the sound of New Orleans to Northern CaliforniaFebruary 12, 2026 | Andrew Garcia | Vicki Gonzalez | Jen PicardGrab your beads, a slice of king cake and celebrate the Mardi Gras season right by listening to Vicki Gonzalez’s conversation with madcap jazz band The Mighty Wallops. And check out some of the songs they recorded right here in the CapRadio studios! Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia’s Planned Parenthood clinics will get a $90 million boost from the stateFebruary 11, 2026 | Laura FitzgeraldGovernor Gavin Newsom signed legislation on Wednesday approving emergency funding for reproductive clinics following the loss of federal funds.
Sacramento RegionWest Sacramento exhibit at Gallery 1075 features local artists for Black History MonthFebruary 11, 2026West Sacramento's Department of Parks and Recreation is showcasing art by local artists for Black History Month.
Sacramento RegionAttention homebuyers! California Dream for All program to reopen applicationsFebruary 10, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Vicki GonzalezThe program provides vouchers to first-time, first-generation homebuyers to help them buy their first home. Last year around 2,000 people were randomly picked in a lottery-style system. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionSacramento city council to consider banning ICE activity on city propertyFebruary 10, 2026 | Riley PalmerThe council’s Law and Legislation committee unanimously supported the resolution, moving it to the full city council for consideration.
Sacramento RegionSacramento viewers spotted their pastor during the Super Bowl halftime showFebruary 10, 2026 | Tony RodriguezA Super Bowl halftime wedding had an unexpected Sacramento connection. A South Sacramento pastor officiated the ceremony live on national television, leaving viewers at home doing double takes.
Super Bowl to the Olympics: The long history of protest, politics and sportsFebruary 10, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Vicki GonzalezThis weekend’s competitions drew the attention of millions of viewers. But sporting events have long been sites for political speech, protest and activism dating back decades. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareSocial media 'addicting the brains of children,' plaintiff's lawyer argues in landmark trialFebruary 10, 2026The world’s biggest social media companies face several landmark trials this year that seek to hold them responsible for harms to children who use their platforms. Opening statements for a trial in Los Angeles County Superior Court began on Monday.
Housing and HomelessnessHousing advocates still waiting for state-ordered stair reportFebruary 10, 2026California’s fire safety regulators were asked to study whether mid-rise apartments can go with a single staircase. They’re more than a month late.
ImmigrationJudge blocks California's ban on federal agents wearing masks but requires badges be clearly seenFebruary 9, 2026A federal judge has blocked a California law from going into effect that would ban federal immigration agents from covering their faces but they will still be required to wear clear identification showing their agency and badge number.
State GovernmentCalifornia union pushes work-from-home bill as Newsom calls state employees back to the officeFebruary 9, 2026The legislative proposal by the California union known as PECG would require state agencies to offer telework options “to the fullest extent possible” and mandate they disclose how much money they save by allowing remote work.
Sacramento RegionSacramento mourns former Cake guitarist who went the distanceFebruary 9, 2026A remembrance of Greg Brown, former Cake and Deathray centerpiece.
Sacramento RegionA look at the Sacramento festival scene in 2026: No Breakaway, or GoldenSky?February 6, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisTraveling EDM music festival Breakaway will not return to the City of Trees in 2026 due to a combination of factors. The country music festival GoldenSky also might not return in 2026.
ClassicalLocal Artist Feature February 6th, 2026: Sacramento Executive First Studied Classical Percussion at StanfordFebruary 6, 2026 | Jennifer ReasonEvery Friday at noon and 6pm Jennifer Reason curates and hosts the Local Artist Feature on air, created to highlight and celebrate the extraordinary talent right here in our region. This feature marks the two year anniversary!! Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
