State GovernmentSpeaker Rivas shuffles the leadership deck and YIMBYs winNovember 27, 2023Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas changes his leadership team for the next California Legislature session, and it’s a win for housing advocates.
EnvironmentSites Reservoir project finally gets green light, construction expected to begin in 2024November 24, 2023 | Vicki GonzalezLast week, California officials greenlit construction on the Sites Reservoir project, which would store excess surface water to release during drier years ahead. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Organizers say Run to Feed the Hungry will continue in-person despite bomb threatNovember 22, 2023 | Chris HaganSacramento Police announced Monday that they have received an email Nov. 13. containing a bomb threat referencing the annual race through East Sacramento. Organizers say police will have an “increased presence” at the Thanksgiving Day event.
Health CareSacramento County health officials don’t expect a repeat of last year’s ‘tripledemic,’ but still urge vaccinationsNovember 22, 2023 | Kate WolffeSacramento’s Dr. Olivia Kasirye says although we may avoid last year’s “tripledemic,” people should continue to get vaccinated against RSV, COVID and the flu. Eleven percent of the county has gotten the updated COVID shot.
Across California, eviction cases have returned to — or surpassed — pre-pandemic levelsNovember 22, 2023The number of Californians facing eviction was relatively low for years during a lengthy statewide moratorium. In the year after it ended, cases soared and still remain high in large counties.
Sacramento Ethics Commission dismisses campaign contribution complaints, finds no violationsNovember 21, 2023 | Kristin LamThe Sacramento Ethics Commission dismissed complaints alleging that City Council member Katie Valenzuela and mayoral candidate Flo Cofer violated city campaign fundraising rules.
Sacramento’s newest affordable housing community honors late developer Ali Reza YouseffiNovember 21, 2023 | Chris NicholsCalled ARY Place, the five-story complex includes 158 affordable housing units at 17th and S streets.
EnvironmentAs storms arrive in California, reservoirs are in good shape. But the water forecast is murkyNovember 20, 2023Unlike a year ago, water storage is above average. Whether the year is wet or dry, though, remains uncertain despite El Niño conditions.
Environment'It feels like I'm not crazy.' Gardeners aren't surprised as USDA updates key mapNovember 20, 2023The USDA is updating an important map for gardeners and growers picking plants and flowers. The new map shows the contiguous U.S. is about 2.5 degrees Fahrenheit warmer than the last map 11 years ago.
State GovernmentWhy Newsom and California lawmakers want the state Supreme Court to remove a 2024 ballot propositionNovember 20, 2023 | Nicole NixonA ballot proposition would require voters to sign off on any new state tax or tax increase. The governor and Democratic lawmakers are trying to remove it from the ballot. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentDemonstrators calling for cease-fire in Gaza disrupt California Democratic convention in SacramentoNovember 19, 2023 | Nicole NixonThe party canceled Saturday evening events in downtown Sacramento after hundreds of demonstrators demanding a cease-fire in Gaza entered the convention hall and closed down two surrounding streets for several hours.
Sacramento warming centers open this weekend ahead of forecasted thunderstorms FridayNovember 17, 2023 | Chris HaganThe National Weather Service says there is the possibility of thunderstorms in the valley from 2 p.m. Friday until 10 a.m. Saturday, which could bring lightning, hail and gusty winds.
Arts and LifestyleThe Oakland A's are relocating to Las Vegas after MLB owners approve the moveNovember 17, 2023There have been complaints about the Oakland Coliseum being outdated, but negotiations between the A's and the city over a new stadium fell apart. The Vegas stadium is expected to cost $1.5 billion.
Health CareBarbershops in Sacramento host free therapy sessions for Black men ‘to remove taboo’November 17, 2023 | Tony RodriguezThe Greater Sacramento Urban League organizes the events to help foster a sense of community, support and understanding among attendees, ultimately empowering them to address their mental health needs.
State GovernmentPG&E bills will go up by more than $32 per month next year in part to pay for wildfire protectionsNovember 16, 2023About 16 million people in California will pay higher electric and gas bills next year. The California Public Utilities Commission voted on Thursday to increase the typical bill for Pacific Gas & Electric customers by more than $32 per month.
State GovernmentDavid DePape found guilty of federal charges in Paul Pelosi hammer attackNovember 16, 2023A federal jury found DePape guilty of attempting to kidnap former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and assaulting her husband with a hammer last year.
State GovernmentLawmaker puts hold on $2 million in state funds intended for CapRadio’s new downtown facilityNovember 16, 2023 | Chris NicholsAssembly member Kevin McCarty of Sacramento says he paused the funds after a September audit found numerous instances of financial mismanagement at CapRadio.
EducationCalifornia’s Black educators call on parents of color to get involved with school funding decisionsNovember 16, 2023 | Srishti PrabhaAfter a veto by Governor Gavin Newson, Black educators are asking parents of color to take a more direct approach by attending local funding meetings, known as LCAP. Here's what the program is and how parents can take part.
EnvironmentThe nation’s first commercial direct air capture facility has opened in TracyNovember 16, 2023 | Manola SecairaIt’s the first in the United States to capture carbon, permanently store it and sell carbon removal credits to customers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Government‘Defiance for Science’: Historic California state scientist strike comes to Sacramento streetsNovember 15, 2023 | Janelle SalangaThe California state scientists’ union has launched a three-day strike — the first in the union’s 39 years — to pressure the state to come to the bargaining table with a contract that offers pay equity, retention pay and more.
Latin AmericaPeruvian constitutional court orders release of former President Alberto FujimoriDecember 5, 2023The court ruled in favor of a 2017 pardon that had granted the 85-year-old former leader a release on humanitarian grounds but that later was annulled.
Music NewsDenny Laine, co-founder of the Moody Blues and Paul McCartney's Wings, dies at 79December 5, 2023Laine joined Ray Thomas and Mike Pinder to form the Moody Blues and sang lead on the group's first hit, "Go Now." His death comes 50 years after the release of McCartney's "Band on the Run" album.
EducationLawmakers grill the presidents of Harvard, MIT and Penn over antisemitism on campusDecember 5, 2023Three university presidents defended their responses to rising antisemitism in a House committee hearing Tuesday. Many have faced scrutiny as they struggle to balance free speech with student safety.
Main Character of the DayThe first trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 is out. Here's why the hype is hugeDecember 5, 2023It's been a decade since the last Grand Theft Auto game, and fans have finally gotten what they've been asking for. No, not a new game — but a real trailer and a promised release year.
Music News'Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree' goes to No. 1 — after 65 yearsDecember 5, 2023Move over, Mariah Carey: Brenda Lee's reliable holiday hit, first released during the Eisenhower administration, is the No. 1 song on the Billboard Hot 100 — for the first time ever.
LawProsecutors cite Trump's history of false election claims as evidence of motiveDecember 5, 2023Prosecutors want to use evidence of former President Trump's baseless statements about election fraud and his embrace of rioters on Jan. 6, 2021, to bolster the election interference case against him.
PoliticsSen. Tuberville drops his monthslong hold on military promotionsDecember 5, 2023Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., says he is dropping his hold on hundreds of military promotions.
FA | PoliticsLiz Cheney, focused on stopping Trump, hasn't ruled out 3rd-party presidential runDecember 5, 2023The former representative says a second Trump presidency would be an "existential threat" to democracy: "There's simply no defense, no excuse for putting that power back in the hands of Donald Trump."
