TRUE: ‘More Than A Million Californians’ Don’t Have Clean Drinking Water … It Could Be HigherFebruary 14, 2019 | Chris NicholsDuring his State of the State Address, Newsom called California’s safe drinking water crisis "a moral disgrace and a medical emergency." Is the problem widespread? PolitiFact California decided to fact-check the claim.
State GovernmentNo, Gavin Newsom Didn’t Just Kill California’s High-Speed Rail ProjectFebruary 14, 2019 | Ben AdlerGov. Gavin Newsom’s remarks on state’s embattled high-speed rail project in his State of the State address this week seemed to perplex supporters and opponents alike. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
What Happens When The Next Big Wildfire Hits?February 14, 2019As political pressure mounts with every disaster, California is scrambling to prepare for the coming fire season, from firefighting to utilities to the law.
EnvironmentThe World’s Largest Rivers Often Float Above California. They Bring Rain, Flooding, And Blizzards.February 14, 2019 | Ezra David RomeroThe storms are what's known as an atmospheric river, sometimes called a Pineapple Express, and can drop inches of rain at low elevations and feet of snow in the Sierra. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
First Amendment Group Sues State AG Over Withholding Police RecordsFebruary 14, 2019A Bay Area-based First Amendment group is suing the California attorney general and Department of Justice, looking to force the release of law enforcement misconduct and shooting information unsealed by a new state law. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
ClassicalPlaylist: Classical Selections For Your Valentine's DayFebruary 14, 2019 | Kevin Doherty | Victor FormanEnjoy this Valentine's Day classical playlist, handcrafted from the sensitive sides of CapRadio's music hosts.
California Cop Admits Stealing Thousands of Bullets Over 30 Years, Escapes Theft ChargesFebruary 14, 2019Records about a former San Bernardino County Sheriff's deputy and California Department of Consumer Affairs investigator are the first released by a state agency under a new police transparency law.
'Atmospheric River' Dumps More Rain And Snow Across The WestFebruary 14, 2019A storm moving across the West Coast has led to flood warnings in Sacramento and snow in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezClassical Sound Advice Celebrates Black History, Grammy Winners And LoveFebruary 14, 2019 | Cody DrabbleCapRadio classical host Kevin Doherty picks six classical music tracks to celebrate major achievements in black history, music and love in this week’s Sound Advice. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezAuthor Reyna Grande Reflects On Immigrants Facing Impossible Choices, Just Like Her Parents DidFebruary 14, 2019 | Cody DrabbleAuthor Reyna Grande joins us to share her latest book, a memoir called "A Dream Called Home." Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezIs Gov. Gavin Newsom Taking California High Speed Rail In A New Direction?February 14, 2019Ben Adler shares larger takeaways from Gov. Gavin Newsom’s first State of the State speech. And did the governor actually declare a new direction for the state’s high-speed rail project? Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilityVegan Speed-Dating Aims To Spark Veggie LoveFebruary 13, 2019 | Julia MitricLove it or not, Valentine's Day is here. It’s not easy for vegan and vegetarian singles to find a like-minded date. That’s where Veg Speed Date comes in. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilitySource Of Fall Romaine Outbreak A Mystery, US Regulators SayFebruary 13, 2019The Food and Drug Administration says it wasn't able to determine how a water reservoir on a Santa Barbara County, California, farm became contaminated with E. coli.
What’s Happening To Cats Who Weren’t Claimed By Owners After The Camp Fire?February 13, 2019 | Sammy CaiolaHundreds of animals displaced during the Camp Fire are still scattered at shelters across the region. After massive efforts to reunite them with former owners, some will be put up for adoption to new homes. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California DreamFrustrated With The Slow Response Of Government, Californians Are Serving Their Homeless Neighbors ThemselvesFebruary 13, 2019Around the state, concerned neighbors are becoming homeless rights advocates and service providers. 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.