Sacramento RegionConvicted child rapist about to be released, faces new chargesFebruary 26, 2026 | Ruth FinchThe Board of Parole Hearings ruled that North Highlands serial child rapist David Funston was safe to enter society. He was scheduled to be released Thursday, but prison officials turned him over to Placer County law enforcement.
State GovernmentLicense plates for e-bikes? California bill sparks debate over safetyFebruary 26, 2026 | Gerardo ZavalaThe new bill would require certain e-bikes to carry license plates and owners to register them with the DMV. Advocates say this targets the wrong problem.
Sacramento RegionLoss, memory, hope: California’s Ukrainian community marks four years of warFebruary 25, 2026 | Sarit LaschinskyThe Ukrainian community recently gathered at the State Capitol to mark the fourth anniversary of Russia’s invasion.
Sacramento Region28th annual Free Museum Weekend returns to SacramentoFebruary 25, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisThe SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity, Sacramento History Museum and the Sojourner Truth museums are three of the 20 museums that will have free admission for a limited number of people the first weekend of March.
Health CareNew UC Berkeley data project tackles health, treatment gaps for female athletes, on and off the fieldFebruary 25, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Vicki GonzalezWomen’s sports are having a major boom, but when it comes to properly treating injuries and providing care there are still a lot of unknowns. A new program at UC Berkeley aims to answer some of those questions. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBudget watchdog urges CA lawmakers to reject Newsom’s $200M in clean car rebatesFebruary 25, 2026 | Gerardo ZavalaCalifornia’s nonpartisan budget analyst says the governor's rebate plan is too costly, citing the group’s projected $18 billion state budget deficit.
Leaders focus on safety, new development at State of DowntownFebruary 24, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisLeaders from Sacramento spoke on the state of downtown, mentioning new Waterfront development, Sacramento State’s future mixed-use downtown campus and a possible MLB expansion in Sacramento.
Housing and HomelessnessSacramento City Council’s ‘hands tied’ as East Sacramento apartment complex moves forwardFebruary 24, 2026 | Riley PalmerTwo groups focused on neighborhood preservation filed an appeal of the project, slated for a block of Alhambra Boulevard. They cite impacts to traffic, the environment, and city sewage systems.
Education1 in 10 Cal State students face homelessness. This emergency housing program helpsFebruary 24, 2026Rapid Rehousing operates at all 10 UC campuses, 25 community colleges and 18 CSU campuses. Students in the program reported higher GPAs and improved mental health and nutrition.
ClassicalLocal Artist Feature, February 20th 2026: Bassoonist Dr. David Wells Discloses How Swimming Helps Him Perform OnstageFebruary 24, 2026 | Jennifer ReasonBassoonist David Wells discusses using his instrument for a variety of musical genres, and also how long distance swimming helps him breathe while playing. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentUnion-backed bill would require telework options for California state workersFebruary 23, 2026 | Laura FitzgeraldMost state employees must return to work in-person at least four days a week starting July 1, under a mandate from Governor Gavin Newsom. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionDueling documents suggest CapRadio’s former GM allegedly hid spendingFebruary 23, 2026 | Sarit LaschinskyFormer GM Jun Reina faces a felony forgery charge in connection to accusations of misappropriating more than a million dollars in station money. The charge appears to relate to a modified invoice supposedly related to a broadcast tower project.
State GovernmentLawmaker pushes bill for San Francisco to break away from PG&EFebruary 23, 2026 | Laura FitzgeraldA publicly-run utility has long been San Francisco’s goal. The new measure aims to make that a reality by curbing CPUC power.
Sacramento RegionBuddhist Church of Sacramento vandalized with white nationalist symbolsFebruary 23, 2026 | Ruth FinchAfter graffiti showing hate symbols was spray-painted on an exterior wall of the Buddhist Church of Sacramento Thursday night, Sacramento’s community responds in kind.
Sacramento RegionBlackbird Mountain Guides was built on avalanche safety, then one struckFebruary 23, 2026 | Greg MicekBlackbird Mountain Guides was the most prolific avalanche education provider in North America. Then one of its own trips became California’s deadliest avalanche. A closer look at the company at the center of the tragedy.
Sacramento RegionAll 9 victims of deadly Castle Peak avalanche recovered, identifiedFebruary 21, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Greg MicekSix clients and three guides from Blackbird Mountain Guides, a Truckee-based outdoor tour company, were killed in Tuesday’s avalanche, the deadliest in modern California history. One person remained missing for days before being found Friday.
Sacramento RegionSMF eyes big upgrades in 2026 following record-breaking travel yearFebruary 20, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Vicki GonzalezNearly 14 million people passed through Sacramento International Airport in 2025. The airport has been working on infrastructure improvements to enhance traveler experiences and accommodate future growth. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionCity-funded EveryDay Creative program opens for new cohortFebruary 20, 2026Sacramento's EveryDay Creative program is teaching a new cohort of entrepreneurs how to succeed in the creative economy.
Sacramento RegionBehind the mic: Sacramento’s Grammy U representative BrauntéFebruary 20, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisBraunté is an R&B singer, producer and DJ for Sacramento State’s student run radio station KSSU. She is also the Grammy U representative of Northern California, a mentorship program that teaches artists about the music industry.
Sacramento RegionBloodstone Books is conjuring a sanctuary for Sacramento horror fansFebruary 20, 2026Bloodstone Books in Land Park offers a wide variety of horror books.
