JazzSoloing With The Sacred: Pianist Joe Gilman On Dave Brubeck’s Jazz-Infused MassJuly 10, 2025 | Paul ConleyPianist Joe Gilman previews jazz legend Dave Brubeck's mass "To Hope! A Celebration," which will be performed Friday at the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament in downtown Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentLawmakers call for transparency from insurance companies using drone imagesJuly 10, 2025 | Chris FeltsProperty owners have often had their policies canceled or not renewed following insurance companies' use of drone and satellite images to determine the condition of property without their knowledge. AB 75 looks to change that.
Sacramento Region‘This is a huge red flag:’ Fireworks expert raises concerns over deadly Esparto explosionJuly 10, 2025 | Vicki Gonzalez | Sarit LaschinskyAs the investigation into last week’s fatal explosion in Yolo County continues, a fireworks industry representative and Cal Fire advisory committee member says there’s work to be done. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionSacramento may ban camping outside of City Hall, sparking criticismJuly 9, 2025 | Tony RodriguezSacramento may soon ban camping outside City Hall. Unhoused residents say it’s one of the few safe places left. A final vote is set for July 22.
State GovernmentCal Fire rolled out an AI chatbot. Don’t ask it about evacuation ordersJuly 9, 2025The bot fails at some basic questions about fires. Cal Fire says it is working on fixes.
Sacramento RegionNo, gas prices aren’t jumping 65 cents. But they are risingJuly 9, 2025 | Gerardo ZavalaGas prices are rising, but they’re not hitting the skyrocketing high costs some are estimating. A UC Berkeley energy economist explains why certain estimates are unrealistic.
Arts and LifestyleBasketball and bro-banter build a nuanced friendship in Capital Stage's ‘King James’July 9, 2025Two men in a Cleveland bar foster an unlikely friendship as they find themselves bonding over their admiration of hometown hero, LeBron James.
State GovernmentTrump administration sues California over transgender athlete policiesJuly 9, 2025President Donald Trump’s administration has sued the California Department of Education for allowing transgender girls to compete on girls sports teams.
Sacramento RegionA week after deadly fireworks blast, families wait for answersJuly 8, 2025 | Gerardo Zavala | Greg MicekMore than a week after a fireworks warehouse explosion killed seven people in Esparto, families say they’re still waiting for answers. A father who lost two sons, and his attorney speak out about their grief, frustrations and what comes next. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia’s red line of fire defense faces growing scrutinyJuly 8, 2025 | Greg MicekCalifornia relies heavily on PHOS-CHEK fire retardant to battle wildfires. But as toxic metals are found in the drops, and lawsuits mount, questions are being asked about what’s really in the red mist.
Sacramento RegionBodies of all 7 missing people found at a California fireworks warehouse that explodedJuly 7, 2025Authorities say they've found the bodies of all seven people who had been missing since an explosion at a fireworks warehouse in Northern California. The explosion shook the tiny farming community of Esparto last week.
Sacramento RegionSol Blume Festival being sued by ticket company LyteJuly 3, 2025 | Keyshawn DavisLyte ran a ticketing platform to sell tickets for Sol Blume and claims they haven’t been paid back for the money they loaned in advance.
Sacramento RegionCapRadio approves end of management for NSPR and KHSUJuly 3, 2025CapRadio board members approved the end of its operating agreements with NSPR and KHSU. The Sacramento-based station plans to transfer both public radio stations to their license holders by November.
Sacramento RegionSeven people remain unaccounted for after Esparto fireworks facility explosionJuly 3, 2025 | Chris FeltsOfficials in Yolo County confirm seven people are still missing after an explosion at a fireworks storage facility in Esparto. Family members say fire crews are being too cautious in the search for their loved ones.
Sacramento RegionHistoric restaurant Jim-Denny’s abruptly closesJuly 2, 2025 | Keyshawn DavisRestaurant owner N’Gina Guyton took to social media to explain the sudden closure of the diner that’s located on 816 12th Street. Many people came to the restaurant on its final day to eat food for the final time.
Sacramento RegionIllegal fireworks enforcement is being ramped up across SacramentoJuly 2, 2025 | Tony RodriguezSacramento is stepping up its crackdown on illegal fireworks. Fines now range from $1,000 to $10,000, and enforcement is year-round. Fire officials say even one spark can lead to disaster.
Immigration‘Brazen, midday kidnappings:’ LA immigration sweeps violate Constitution, lawsuit saysJuly 2, 2025The lawsuit says federal agents are stopping people only for being Latino, placing them in ‘deplorable conditions’ and not allowing them to speak with an attorney.
Sacramento RegionBehind the mic: Sacramento’s post-hardcore band - Dance Gavin DanceJuly 2, 2025 | Keyshawn DavisSacramento’s own post-hardcore rock band brings their “Return of the Robot” tour to Wheatland’s Hard Rock Live Sacramento in Wheatland. Band members Andrew Wells and Matt Mingus talk about the band’s 20 year journey.
Health CareInsurance is often a barrier to menopause symptom treatment. California lawmakers want to change thatJuly 2, 2025 | Megan MyscofskiA bill in the California legislature would prevent health plans from denying certain treatments for menopause symptoms. The measure is part of a larger effort to curb insurance companies’ ability to deny coverage for a broad range of health care. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Government‘This tax could kill this industry.’ California cannabis operators brace for increaseJuly 1, 2025California’s excise tax on legal weed is increasing, despite efforts to keep it lower to help the struggling industry. Lawmakers left it out of the state budget they passed Monday.
