Sacramento RegionCandidates face off in Sacramento County’s open supervisor race at crowded forumApril 10, 2026 | Tony RodriguezIt was a packed crowd for a forum featuring candidates making their bid for the first seat on Sacramento County’s Board of Supervisors. Voters will see ballots come in the mail on May 4th.
State GovernmentCalifornia Insurance Commissioner candidates debate solutions to wildfire-driven crisisApril 10, 2026The normally sleepy race is attracting a lot of attention as wildfires and inflation have caused a crisis in the state’s home insurance market.
State GovernmentCalMatters went to court to unseal the warrants behind Sheriff Chad Bianco’s ballot seizures. What they revealApril 10, 2026Riverside County Sheriff and California governor candidate Chad Bianco focused on claims from an activist group when he kicked off a voter fraud inquiry.
Sacramento RegionSheriff’s lieutenant, company owners among those arrested, charged in connection to deadly Esparto fireworks explosionApril 10, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Greg MicekAt least four people each face seven counts of murder and multiple counts of conspiracy in connection to the July 1, 2025 explosion that killed seven people. Arrests were conducted in both California and Florida.
Sacramento RegionUp the Kavs: How Ireland’s national sport found a home in SacramentoApril 10, 2026 | Sarit LaschinskyHurling has a history dating back thousands of years, and is known as the “fastest sport on grass.” A Sacramento team founded last year is helping to introduce this ancient Gaelic tradition to players across the region. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionAlchemist CDC Public Market breaks groundApril 9, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisThe nonprofit broke ground Thursday morning in the River District for their public market, which is expected to be finished by Summer 2027.
State GovernmentCalifornia billionaire tax is a no-brainer for progressive Democrats, right? Wrong.April 9, 2026The health care union behind the tax measure argues its plan is the only viable fix for federal funding cuts to Medi-Cal. But even some of the most liberal lawmakers and labor unions aren’t convinced yet.
Housing and HomelessnessSacramento’s mayor issued a ‘six-point plan’ on homelessness. Where does it stand?April 8, 2026 | Riley PalmerThe plan to address homelessness was announced seven months ago, which includes tiny home communities for seniors, a safe campground and a safe parking site.
ClassicalLocal Artist Feature March 27, 2026: Violinist from Yale has been Impacting Our Community for Two Decades!April 8, 2026 | Jennifer ReasonFrom Grammy-nominated ensembles to decades in the classroom, violinist Anna Presler is everywhere in our community! Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionMeet working dogs at the Sacramento Children's Museum's annual eventApril 7, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisThis is a free event where families can meet various working dogs, including law enforcement canines, therapy dogs, and service dogs.
Sacramento RegionAnalysis by avalanche experts questions decisions by guides on deadly California backcountry tripApril 7, 2026An investigation has found nine backcountry skiers killed in the deadliest avalanche in modern California history were being guided through dangerous terrain when safer routes were available.
EducationTrump administration terminates agreements to protect transgender students in several schoolsApril 7, 2026The agreement with Sacramento City Unified School District stemmed from a complaint brought in 2022 by a student after a teacher refused to use preferred pronouns or to place the student, who identified as male, in a boys’ group for a class activity.
Sacramento RegionBallooning deficits and a canceled contract: The latest on Sac City Unified’s budget crisisApril 7, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Vicki GonzalezThe district’s current deficit is estimated at more than $170 million, with officials issuing hundreds of preliminary layoff notices and attempting to hire outside consultants to help address ongoing issues. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento Region10 years at 24th and N: The CLARA celebrates its birthdayApril 6, 2026 | Ruth FinchAfter the CLARA began in 2016, it followed a winding road of community support, arts education and creating a cultural center in Midtown.
Sacramento RegionA’s home opener: A celebration of baseball and communityApril 6, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisAthletics played their first home series in 2026 against division rivals Houston Astros winning two out of three games. Fans from Sacramento and Bay Area came to support the team for their first home game of the season.
Housing and HomelessnessCalifornia HOA triumphs over ADU lawApril 6, 2026A Carlsbad condo-owner lost his legal battle to turn his garage into an apartment over the objections of his homeowners association.
State GovernmentTrump endorses Republican Steven Hilton for California governor, reordering wide-open raceApril 6, 2026President Donald Trump is endorsing Republican Steve Hilton for California governor, reordering a wide-open race. Trump posted on his social media platform Truth Social that he has known Hilton for years.
State GovernmentCalifornia joins legal fights against Trump no-bond policy for detained undocumented immigrantsApril 6, 2026 | Gerardo ZavalaA multistate coalition is challenging indefinite immigration detention as advocates warn of growing harm. Critics say private prisons are profiting off the policy.
Sacramento RegionMatsui and Vang draw focus in California District 7 congressional forumApril 3, 2026 | Tony RodriguezMore than 300 people turned out for a Sacramento forum where voters saw clear contrasts between incumbent Congresswoman Doris Matsui and City Councilmember Mai Vang, with candidates debating healthcare, money in politics and the cost of living.
Sacramento RegionWith a national spotlight on birthright citizenship and immigration, how does California fit in?April 3, 2026 | Vicki GonzalezCalifornia’s unique immigration history includes a longtime multiracial population, but also efforts to restrict certain people from entering and settling. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
