Mother Of Murdered Grant Union High School Teenager JJ Clavo Speaks OutAugust 12, 2019 | Bob MoffittA judge has found a teenager guilty of murdering Grant Union High School student JJ Clavo nearly four years ago. Dr. Nicole Clavo spoke with Cap Radio about the verdict and the sentence which will be no more than six years.
RootsThe World Of Maybelle Carter: A Turning The Tables PlaylistAugust 12, 2019The degree to which Mother Maybelle's guitar playing influenced the next century of country and roots music cannot be overstated. In this playlist, hear her Carter Scratch echo across generations.
JazzEmpress Of The StageAugust 12, 2019How do we understand the music of the early 20th Century if we consider Bessie Smith — seriously — as an actress?
State GovernmentCalifornia Gun-Control Backers Concerned About Changing Federal CourtsAugust 12, 2019(AP) — California gun control advocates are worried about the future of the state's gun laws, some of the toughest in the nation, under a federal judiciary that is becoming increasingly conservative.
BBC World ServiceBBC Lookahead: Greta Thunberg's Trip To The US, Tense Week In South AsiaAugust 12, 2019Rich Preston joins CapRadio's Steve Milne from London to discuss teenage Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg's trip to the U.S. on a zero emission sailboat and a tense week in South Asia. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Lodi Man Hamid Hayat Freed After Terrorism Conviction OverturnedAugust 12, 2019(AP) — Hamid Hayat was freed Friday after more than 14 years in prison on terrorism charges, nearly two weeks after a federal judge overturned his conviction.
Horse Racing Doesn’t Have a Standard Concussion Protocol For Jockeys. Now, California Wants To Create One.August 12, 2019 | Scott RoddHorse racing is one of the most dangerous sports in the world — but unlike other pro sports, it doesn’t have a concussion protocol. The consequences can be dire for jockeys. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Government5 Things To Watch Down The Homestretch As California Lawmakers Return From Summer RecessAugust 12, 2019 | Scott RoddLawmakers return to California’s Capitol Monday for a final five weeks of hashing out legislation with more than 1,000 bills awaiting action. The biggest debates will focus on rent control, consumer privacy and defining who’s an employee. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Orange County, Once A GOP Stronghold, Officially Goes To The DemocratsAugust 11, 2019It's official: Democrats now outnumber Republicans in voter registration in what once was the heart of the California GOP.
Needy School Districts Are Getting More Money — But What About Needy Kids?August 11, 2019Financially, at least, California's 5-year-old school finance overhaul is working for disadvantaged students. But a PPIC study still finds that high-need schools are still too reliant on novice teachers.
Farm Stand Truck Could Bring Produce From Urban Farms To West Sacramento Food DesertsAugust 11, 2019 | Julia MitricA roving urban farm truck could bring vegetables and fruit directly to West Sacramento neighborhoods where residents experience food insecurity. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Modesto Denies Permit For Straight Pride RallyAugust 10, 2019Modesto denies a request to hold a "Straight Pride" rally at a park because of safety concerns.
Audit Finds Problems With California 'Motor Voter' ProgramAugust 10, 2019The California DMV's new voter registration program is confusing to voters and full of technical difficulties, according to an audit released Friday.
Student Who Brought Pellet-Style Guns To Natomas School Can Return To ClassAugust 9, 2019 | Randol WhiteThe Sacramento County Superior Court denied a request by the Natomas School District to keep the boy from returning to Heron School in March.
Del Paso Heights Opposes Placement Of Sex Offender Already Blocked From Santa Clara, Placer CountiesAugust 9, 2019 | Bob MoffittCommunity leaders plan to fight the placement of a sex offender from Santa Clara County who was unable to be places there or in Lincoln. Sacramento District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert has written the judge in the case protesting the plan.
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.
