Classical'In The Act Of Living, You're A Revolutionary': Anthony McGill Talks With Lara DownesOctober 31, 2020The New York Philharmonic principal clarinetist blows apart the labels he once applied to himself to discover a stream of activism.
State GovernmentVoting At 17: Ballot Measure Would Give Latino Teens Biggest Share In New Voting RightsOctober 31, 2020If Proposition 18 passes, California would allow 17-year-olds to vote in primaries or special elections if they will be 18 by the general election.
Health CareNewsom Pledges More COVID-19 Testing Capacity With New LabOctober 31, 2020The governor announces the opening of a PerkinElmer lab in Santa Clarita that will help double statewide COVID-19 testing capacity by March.
State GovernmentDemocrats Look To Expand Their Supermajority In California’s StatehouseOctober 30, 2020 | Nicole NixonDemocrats have controlled California’s legislature for decades, but the Nov. 3 election offers a chance for the party to cement its supermajority and pick up more legislative seats.
Halloween Poses A Scary Amount Of COVID-19 Risk. Here’s How To Make Your Celebrations SaferOctober 30, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaIn Sacramento County, officials say Halloween isn’t canceled, it’s just got to be modified. Indoor gatherings are a big no-no, as is trick-or-treating from doorstep to doorstep.
Sacramento’s Mexican-American Community Strives To Uphold Day Of The Dead Traditions While Grieving COVID-19 LossesOctober 30, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaOrganizers in Sacramento’s Mexican-American community say the high COVID-19 death rate among Latinos will make this year’s Dia de Los Muertos festivities more somber, but people will uphold the tradition in a modified way. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
What To Know Before Voting In-Person In CaliforniaOctober 30, 2020 | Chris NicholsElection officials say voters can expect social distancing at the polls, free masks and efforts to de-escalate any voter intimidation or harassment. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California State Of Mind | Episode 3It’s All About The VoteOctober 30, 2020Election day is Tuesday, but a record number of Californians have already cast their ballots. Our hosts explore who is voting early, and whether this will affect turnout and results. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Meet the District 8 City Council Candidates Running To Represent South SacramentoOctober 30, 2020 | Sarah Mizes-TanMai Vang and Les Simmons are two candidates who agree on the issues facing the District’s neighborhoods, but they have different approaches to how these should be addres
Health CarePlanning To Vote In Person? Here’s How To Protect Yourself From COVID-19.October 30, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaHealth experts say with the appropriate planning and the cooperation of the public, voting in-person can be done relatively safely.
With Early Voting Turnout Surging, Election Officials Urge Voters To Spend Nevada Day At The PollsOctober 30, 2020 | Bert JohnsonEarly voting in the 2020 general election ends Friday in Nevada. But staff at the Washoe County Registrar’s Office say it’s not too late to cast your ballot in advance — especially if you have Nevada Day off.
Courageous Conversations Across a Growing Divide: One Small StepOctober 30, 2020In a time of polarization and political division, NPR and StoryCorps explore whether simple but courageous acts — talking and listening — can be a countervailing force to national discord.
State GovernmentCalifornia Secretary Of State Alex Padilla Discusses Voting In-Person, Unauthorized Drop Boxes, And Why You Can't Change Your VoteOctober 30, 2020 | Steve Milne | Megan ManataThe voting period for the 2020 election is almost over, and for potential voters wondering how it’ll be to vote in-person, or if they’re curious about becoming poll observers, Secretary of State Alex Padilla has answers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentEarly Voting In Sacramento County This Year Dwarfs Past ElectionsOctober 29, 2020 | Scott RoddMore than a third of registered voters have cast their ballot via mail or drop box.
EnvironmentCalifornia Has Issues With Wildfire Data, And Experts Say It's Complicating The Fire FightOctober 29, 2020 | Ezra David RomeroCalifornia has a data issue and that’s a big deal as fire seasons worsen. A new report highlights the need for cities and agencies to create a uniform system to share information. That could save lives and reduce losses from wildfires.
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.
