State GovernmentWatch: Gov. Gavin Newsom Update On Wildfires And COVID-19 For August 26August 26, 2020Watch live at 12 p.m. as California Gov. Gavin Newsom provides an update on wildfires and COVID-19 in the state. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
ClassicalNew Classical Tracks: Cellist Inbal Segev Invites Us To Dance With A New ConcertoAugust 26, 2020This week on New Classical Tracks, cellist Inbal Segev joins forces with Marin Alsop and the London Philharmonic in a recording of a new cello concerto by Anna Clyne, titled "Dance" alongside Elgar's cello concerto. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento Neighborhood Restaurants Are Struggling — And Also Seeing Huge Support From Loyal CustomersAugust 26, 2020Family-owned restaurants are cultural gems. But as the coronavirus continues to spread, institutions continue to suffer, although some are seeing tremendous support from loyal neighbors.
State GovernmentCalifornia Lawmakers Are Gearing Up To Debate Police Reforms. Police Unions Want More Time For Vetting.August 25, 2020 | Nicole NixonGeorge Floyd’s death by the knee of a Minnesota police officer spurred momentum for a slew of police reform bills 2,000 miles away in the California Legislature. But even in a Democrat-dominated statehouse, some reforms aren’t a sure thing. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
JazzJulian Bream, The Classical Guitar Giant With The Soul Of A Jazz PlayerAugust 25, 2020Guitarist Julian Bream, who died Friday at the age of 87, was as important to the history of classical guitar as Andres Segovia.
Republican National Convention Live Coverage: Tuesday, Aug. 25August 25, 2020Follow live updates and analysis of Day 2 of the Republican National Convention.
As California Wildfire Seasons Worsen, What’s The Impact On Children’s Health Long-Term?August 25, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaScientists are trying to find out whether children’s lungs and immune systems are negatively affected by the chemicals in wildfire smoke, and whether fetuses in utero during wildfires are likely to have neurodevelopmental delays. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Kamala Harris Says She ‘Took On The Big Banks’ As California Attorney General. Did She Go Far Enough?August 25, 2020 | Chris NicholsSen. Kamala Harris has repeatedly said she “took on the big banks” as California attorney general after the foreclosure crisis. PolitiFact California found she played a key role, though advocates say it was not enough. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareWatch: California Health Officials COVID-19 Update For August 25August 25, 2020Watch live at 12 p.m. as California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly gives an update on COVID-19 in the state.
Sacramento To Vote On Redevelopment Plan That Tenants, Housing Advocates Fear Will Lead To DisplacementAugust 25, 2020 | Sarah Mizes-TanSacramento’s two oldest and historic housing complexes, Alder Grove and Marina Vista, are at the center of a redevelopment plan that has residents and tenants rights activists worried about displacement.
RNC Live Coverage: Monday, Aug. 24August 24, 2020Follow live updates and analysis of the Republican National Convention.
EnvironmentTo Manage Wildfire, California Looks To What Tribes Have Known All AlongAugust 24, 2020Native American tribes are restoring traditional burning in California, which could help the state reduce the risk of extreme wildfires.
Food Banks Face Even More Challenges As California Wildfires Increase Demand, Hinder DeliveryAugust 24, 2020Operators expect to see a rise in food insecurity as historic wildfires threaten Northern California.
State GovernmentCalifornians ‘Aren’t Buying’ Claims About Mail-In Voting Fraud, New Poll FindsAugust 24, 2020 | Chris NicholsThe poll found 84% of respondents said they believe their voting choices “are always kept secret” when voting by mail — despite months of GOP attacks on mail-in voting.
BBC World ServiceBBC Lookahead: Tensions Between Turkey And Greece, Tour De France StartsAugust 24, 2020Every Monday, CapRadio's Steve Milne gets a preview of the biggest global stories of the week from BBC reporters. This week, he's joined by Rich Preston from London to discuss rising tensions between Turkey and Greece. Listen /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.
