State GovernmentFive Takeaways From Gavin Newsom’s 2020 State Of The State AddressFebruary 19, 2020 | Sammy Caiola | Danielle McKinney | Emily ZentnerThe governor focused his speech on Wednesday on California’s homelessness crisis. Here are the key points. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentTranscript And Analysis: California Gov. Gavin Newsom's 2020 State Of The StateFebruary 19, 2020Listen back to Gov. Gavin Newsom's 2020 State of the State address and read the full text of the speech annotated by CapRadio reporters. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Classical19th Amendment, 19 Women: NY Philharmonic's 2020 Program Celebrates SuffragistsFebruary 19, 2020The NY Philharmonic has commissioned 19 women to create new works to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the passing of the 19th Amendment. It's called Project 19.
State GovernmentWatch: Gov. Gavin Newsom Delivers Second State Of The State AddressFebruary 19, 2020California Gov. Gavin Newsom delivered his 2020 State of the State address on Wednesday, Feb. 19. Watch a replay of the speech here.
Housing, Health Care, Homelessness: After A Year, Where Does Gov. Gavin Newsom Stand On His Key Promises For California?February 19, 2020 | Chris NicholsNewsom made big pledges to help solve the state’s housing shortage, homelessness crisis and improve health care. PolitiFact California found that, after one year in office, he has taken significant early steps but has yet to achieve key results.
State GovernmentCalifornia Made It Easier For Voters To Switch Parties, But Retraining Election Staff Could Pose ChallengesFebruary 19, 2020 | Scott RoddCounty election officials say they support the new law, but they acknowledge they may be hiccups.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezGov. Gavin Newsom Set To Deliver His Second State Of The State AddressFebruary 19, 2020Gov. Gavin Newsom is poised to deliver his second State of the State address. This speech traditionally provides a roadmap for the legislative year ahead. The 2020 address is being given at the latest point in the calendar year in 40 years. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezWhat Does McClatchy’s Bankruptcy Mean For The News Business?February 19, 2020Last week’s announcement that McClatchy was entering bankruptcy in the hopes of being able to restructure its debt sent shockwaves through the news business. The sale of McClatchy after 163 years of family ownership would take it private. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezThe 21st Annual Sacramento Jewish Film Festival Starts TodayFebruary 19, 2020For the next four days, a wide variety of Jewish films will be screened in Sacramento. The festival consists of 14 feature films and nine short films. All screenings take place at the Crest Theatre. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Surge In Covered California Enrollment As Californians Avoid Penalty, Receive State AidFebruary 18, 2020Although a new state tax penalty and state financial aid motivated people to sign up for health insurance this year, Covered California is reopening enrollment for those who said they weren’t aware.
Leaf Blowers Could Be Banned In Sacramento On Bad Air DaysFebruary 18, 2020 | Nick MillerA council member is proposing to disallow both gas and electric blowers on days when the air quality index is at or above 100.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezThe Presidential Race Moves WestFebruary 18, 2020Another week, another news cycle. With the Iowa caucuses and New Hampshire primary in the rear view mirror, all eyes are now trained on the Nevada caucuses, the South Carolina primary and the more than a dozen primaries on Super Tuesday, March 3. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezNevada Caucuses Preview: New Plans, New RulesFebruary 18, 2020After the debacle in Iowa, resulting from the failure of the app to report results, Nevada’s Democratic Party has abandoned the same app in favor of paper ballots, iPads and a Google form. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezMore Than 50 Years After Stonewall, John O’Brien Is Still Fighting InjusticeFebruary 18, 2020On June 28, 1969, John O’Brien was one of four men who confronted police during a raid on the Stonewall Inn. It was a place where gay men could socialize, and the Stonewall Rebellion is considered to be the start of the modern gay rights movement. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Fourteen Confirmed Coronavirus Cases Among 171 Brought To Travis Air Force BaseFebruary 17, 2020 | Bob MoffittThe number of U.S. citizens brought to the base because of coronavirus fears has doubled.
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.