Sacramento RegionSacramento has chosen its first African American woman city manager: what to know about her position and its powerSeptember 30, 2025 | Riley Palmer | Chris NicholsThe appointment comes after a tumultuous few years for Sacramento city management.
Sacramento Region8 Gigs: Sacramento’s October guide to haunted music, outdoor movies and fall flavorsSeptember 29, 2025Fall is truly a season that blends music, culture and community into one unforgettable experience that makes living in the City of Trees so special.
Sacramento RegionWhat happened to Dolores Wulff? New podcast follows the story of a decades-long Woodland mysterySeptember 29, 2025 | Vicki Gonzalez | Sarit LaschinskyThe Woodland mother and wife disappeared in July 1979 and remained unidentified for 41 years, with family members suspecting her husband Carl Wulff had killed her. The story was covered by two ESPN reporters shortly after Dolores’s identification. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionWhat a government shutdown will mean for Californians, from Social Security to national parksSeptember 29, 2025Social Security and Medicare benefits will keep flowing in a government shutdown, but federal employees will be working without pay and delays likely will occur across many services.
Sacramento RegionTerra Madre Americas 2025 kicks off in SacramentoSeptember 26, 2025 | Keyshawn DavisThe three-day festival kicked off at the Safe Credit Union Convention Center in Downtown Sacramento. Attendees enjoyed sampling, attending cooking demonstrations, and learning about sustainable food.
EnvironmentHas Gavin Newsom changed his tune on Big Oil? Some environmentalists say yesSeptember 26, 2025 | Laura FitzgeraldThe Governor’s recent approval of a bill to boost in-state oil production draws criticism from environmental advocates. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleBehind the scenes of Sacramento’s upcoming archives crawlSeptember 26, 2025 | Tony RodriguezSacramento’s Archives Crawl opens rarely seen collections to the public for a day. From a vial of gold flakes at the State Library to Jazz Jubilee pins at the Center for Sacramento History, visitors can explore items usually kept behind the scenes.
Health CareListeria found in Walmart meatball meals may be linked to deadly fettuccine outbreakSeptember 26, 2025The meals were sold in 12-ounce clear plastic trays and have best-by dates of Sept. 22 through Oct. 1.
Housing and HomelessnessWhy figuring out how many homes California needs is more art than scienceSeptember 26, 202556,000. 2.7 million. 840,000. Why is one of California’s most pressing policy problems so hard to measure?
State GovernmentRicardo Lara proposes insurance rule that critics call ‘revenge’September 25, 2025California’s insurance commissioner has sparred with Consumer Watchdog, which says his proposed rule is retaliatory.
Sacramento RegionSacramento State unveils Basic Needs Resource CenterSeptember 24, 2025 | Keyshawn DavisThe Basic Needs Center, located in The Well, is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and provides food, clothing, and toiletries for students. They’re able to make appointments once a week and can have 10-12 items.
Arts and LifestyleAfter a series of rocky years, the Crest Theater is ready for a new eraSeptember 24, 2025After previous management struggled to draw in crowds in the wake of Covid, the property owner of the Crest Theater has decided to take the reins along with his daughter to revamp programming and operations.
Sacramento RegionWhat is ‘slow food?’ How a Placer County farmer is embracing the movementSeptember 24, 2025 | Vicki Gonzalez | Jen Picard | Sarit LaschinskyThe slow food movement encourages people to eat local and traditional varieties, while improving access to healthy food systems. A Placer County farmer has fully embraced the idea of slow food, and says it's much more than just growing and eating. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Spanish/EspañolGobernador Gavin Newsom renueva su enfoque en el bienestar de los hombres jóvenes tras la muerte de Charlie KirkSeptember 24, 2025 | Laura FitzgeraldLa iniciativa requiere que 10.000 jóvenes se ofrezcan como voluntarios en sus comunidades y reduzcan el estigma que rodea a la salud mental.
Environment5 lessons from a house that generates more energy than it usesSeptember 23, 2025The "Green Idea House" in Hermosa Beach has been producing more energy than it consumes for more than a decade.
ImmigrationCalifornia law forbids ICE from making arrests at courthouses. Officers are showing up anywaySeptember 23, 2025A California law bans immigration enforcement at county courthouses. ICE under the Trump administration is detaining people there, anyway, arguing it’s a safe place to apprehend someone.
Sacramento RegionSuspect in ABC10 shooting faces new felony charges, note found suggests political motiveSeptember 23, 2025 | Chris FeltsA man suspected of firing shots into the ABC10 affiliate station in Sacramento was arraigned in federal court Monday. Sacramento District Attorney Thien Ho is also charging the suspect with felony charges.
Sacramento RegionForget TikTok, these Rocklin teens would rather shredSeptember 22, 2025 | Greg MicekWhile their peers scroll TikTok, the Rocklin teens in the band echost turn up their amps and keep garage-band traditions alive.
Sacramento RegionSacramento to the Bay: Meet the local artist behind winning World Cup poster designSeptember 22, 2025 | Sarit Laschinsky | Vicki GonzalezThe Bay Area will host six World Cup matches in 2026. Sacramento graphic artist LeRoid David’s winning poster design captures the spirit of the region, from the Golden Gate and Bay bridges, to Levi’s Stadium, Silicon Valley and more. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionEuropean food festival Terra Madre to debut in SacramentoSeptember 22, 2025 | Keyshawn DavisTerra Madre Americas is a free food festival taking place this weekend at the Safe Credit Union Convention Center. The event brings together farmers, chefs, and food enthusiasts from across the nation.
