State GovernmentLagging in polls and fundraising, Betty Yee drops out of California governor’s raceApril 20, 2026Progressive former state controller Betty Yee said she is dropping out amid faltering polling and poor fundraising.
State GovernmentWildfire survivors who lost their homes could face another blow from taxes on settlement payoutsApril 20, 2026Thousands of survivors of the 2025 Eaton Fire are accepting settlements from the utility accused of causing it. They're choosing faster payments over litigation. However, they now face the possibility of these payouts being taxed as income.
State GovernmentCalifornia bear-suit luxury car scam ends in insurance fraud sentences for 3April 20, 2026Three people in California have been sentenced for insurance fraud involving a person in a bear costume damaging high-end cars. The California Insurance Department says they staged fake attacks on a Rolls-Royce and two Mercedes.
Sacramento Region‘They have blood on their hands’: Victims’ families plead for no bail as Esparto explosion defendants appear in courtApril 16, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Greg MicekFamily members delivered emotional statements before a judge denied bail for the former sheriff’s lieutenant.
Sacramento RegionNew details emerge in Esparto explosion case as defendants return to courtApril 16, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Greg MicekThursday’s court hearing revealed new information about the cause of the blast and former Sheriff's Lieutenant Samuel Machado’s alleged involvement.
State GovernmentAssembly Democrats advance bill aimed at keeping armed officers away from polling placesApril 16, 2026 | Laura FitzgeraldThe bill would prevent armed individuals from being stationed near vote centers and childcare facilities.
State GovernmentFormer State Assembly Speaker and LA Mayor says California needs proven leadership as governorApril 16, 2026 | Vicki Gonzalez | Andrew GarciaAntonio Villaraigosa joined Insight with Vicki Gonzalez to lay out his extensive career in state politics, why he is only running for one term and how he plans to respond to the Trump administration if elected governor. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentHow gangs connected to India are terrorizing a California immigrant communityApril 16, 2026The FBI and Indian authorities allege that gangs based in India are terrorizing Sikh immigrants in California by threatening them and demanding money.
Sacramento RegionThe case to rename Cesar Chavez Plaza after Nathaniel Colley with Sacramento Observer’s Larry LeeApril 15, 2026 | Riley PalmerNathaniel Colley was Sacramento’s first Black attorney, who championed civil rights and public housing in Sacramento and across the country.
State GovernmentMillions of Californians have yet to claim inflation relief funds ahead of the April 30th deadlineApril 15, 2026 | Chris FeltsIf you still have an inflation relief debit card from a few years ago, you might want to use it or lose it. Funds are set to expire at the end of the month.
Sacramento Region‘It’s an unusual case’: Law professor weighs in on Esparto criminal chargesApril 15, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Vicki Gonzalez | Greg MicekFive people face seven counts of second-degree murder in connection to the deadly July 1, 2025 explosion at a fireworks storage facility in the Yolo County town. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionDid you feel the earthquake? Here are some safety remindersApril 15, 2026 | Ruth FinchApril is Earthquake Preparedness Month, and with the trembles of an earthquake felt from over 150 miles away last week, this is what you need to know when an earthquake hits closer to home.
Spanish/EspañolOrdenan a beneficiaria de DACA a viajar miles de kilómetros para comparecer ante la corteApril 15, 2026 | Gerardo ZavalaValladares ha vivido en California los últimos 4 años y actualmente vive en Sacramento estudiando la carrera en finanzas. Pero una carta que recibió a finales del mes pasado le dio un giro a su vida.
Sacramento RegionAt California's Truck Driving Championships, a rookie shows what's possibleApril 14, 2026 | Greg MicekHundreds of drivers competed at California's Truck Driving Championships Saturday. One of them credits trucking with bringing his family back together.
State GovernmentCalifornia’s former top financial officer makes her case for governorApril 14, 2026 | Andrew Garcia | Vicki GonzalezBetty Yee suspended her campaign for governor on April 20, 2026. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Despite Pandemic, Large Sports Bar Plans To Open In Sacramento’s Downtown Commons This FallFebruary 27, 2021It marks a sign of optimism for downtown Sacramento after a year of pandemic-related challenges. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: New Industrial Development Coming Soon To North NatomasFebruary 12, 2021As the coronavirus pandemic has kept people indoors, many have turned to shopping online as a way to stay safe. According to the Sacramento Business Journal, the industrial sector is booming in Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Sears Is Closing In Arden Fair Mall. What’s Next? It’s Still UnclearFebruary 5, 2021In their announcement, Arden Fair representatives said they've known this day was coming for more than five years. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: The Future Of Office Space In Sacramento In A Post-Coronavirus WorldJanuary 29, 2021Sacramento’s market for office space has declined for the first year in nearly a decade as the coronavirus pandemic has radically changed the way people work. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Some Sacramento-Area Restaurants Are Surviving The PandemicJanuary 22, 2021With the shifting coronavirus restrictions in California, many local restaurants have had to make the hard decision to close over the past year. But some have survived due to support from the community. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
