ClassicalNew Classical Tracks: Pat Metheny Enters The World Of Classical GuitarApril 14, 2021Jazz guitarist and composer Pat Metheny learned guitar the informal way, by ear, but he worked with classically trained musicians on his new album, 'Road to the Sun.' Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentDespite Johnson & Johnson Vaccination Halt, California Officials Expect No Significant ImpactApril 13, 2021 | Nicole NixonGov. Gavin Newsom said the pause is not expected to have a significant impact on California’s vaccine allocation or plans to reopen by mid-June — a plan that is contingent on adequate vaccine supply.
Almost Two Months Later, Child Care Providers Still Waiting For Relief ChecksApril 13, 2021It could be mid-May or later before some child care providers get state stipends promised to them as part of a coronavirus relief package. Providers worry they may not be able to hold out that long.
For Moms, Back To School Is Not Back To NormalApril 13, 2021Women’s participation in the labor force hasn’t been this low since 1988.
New Meets Old As Sacramento History Museum Gains Social Media FameApril 13, 2021 | Ed FletcherThe Sacramento History Museum has become a surprise hit on TikTok, bringing their historical printing presses to a modern audience. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNewsom Recall Organizers Oppose Bill To Let Future Recall Targets Access Signature ListsApril 12, 2021 | Nicole NixonSB 663 would allow the target of a recall to access names and addresses of voters who signed a petition to recall them. The bill author says it would help ensure voters were not misled, but others say it would inflate fears of retaliation. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleMusic Through The Pandemic: How Three Sacramento Musicians Continued Their ArtApril 12, 2021 | Megan Manata | Andrew NixonOver the past year, COVID-19 has destabilized the lives of those in the music industry, from performers to teachers. Three musicians with ties to the Sacramento region reflect on the different ways they’ve adapted and weathered the pandemic.
And Then There Were Two: Inyo And Merced Stuck In Strictest TierApril 11, 2021Unable to meet state COVID-19 infection criteria, Merced and Inyo counties still can’t reopen most businesses. The status threatens a big Memorial Day event in Bishop, so the town has asked the state to reconsider its rural county requirements.
Health CareCalifornia Oversight Of Nursing Homes Called ‘Befuddling,’ ‘Broken’April 11, 2021A CalMatters investigation reveals an opaque licensing process for California nursing homes, rife with indecision and contradictions.
ClassicalA Melting Pot Of Traditions: Regina Carter Talks With Lara DownesApril 10, 2021The genre-disrupting violinist talks about the problem with labeling music and the importance of being a role model for young women.
Can Vaccines Stop Variants? Here's What We Know So FarApril 10, 2021One of the hottest areas of research right now: studies to determine how well current vaccines work against emerging coronavirus "variants of concern."
Supreme Court Rules For Worshippers And Against California COVID RestrictionsApril 10, 2021The court's unsigned order came on a 5-4 vote, preventing the state from enforcing a rule that limits at-home gatherings to no more than three households.
Nevada Lawmakers Buck National Trend, Seek Expanded Voter AccessApril 9, 2021 | Bert JohnsonThe state’s Democrat majority is looking to adopt universal mail balloting. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
As Students Return To Classrooms, One Group Is Noticeably Still Learning at Home: Asian AmericansApril 9, 2021 | Sarah Mizes-TanRecent data from the Sacramento City Unified School District shows Asian American students are much less likely than any other student group to opt for in-person learning.
Health CareBlue Shield Of California Has Taken Over The State's Vaccine Roll-Out. Here’s What That Means.April 9, 2021 | Sammy CaiolaBlue Shield is pushing forward with its vaccine distribution efforts in partnership with the state. Company officials say they’re set up to vaccinate six million Californians a week, pending vaccine supply.
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.
