EducationSchool board member stipends haven’t changed in over 40 years. That could change with a new billSeptember 22, 2025California has not raised limits on board compensation since 1984; some maximums were as low as $60 monthly. A bill, waiting for the governor’s signature, leaves it to local boards to decide whether to raise their rates.
Sacramento RegionMan arrested after drive-by shooting at ABC TV station in SacramentoSeptember 21, 2025Sacramento police have arrested a 64-year-old man suspected of shooting into the ABC10 building on Broadway Friday afternoon.
State GovernmentCalifornia bans masks meant to hide law enforcement officers' identitiesSeptember 20, 2025 | Gerardo ZavalaThe law, opposed by police organizations, was aimed by lawmakers at immigration agents and will test state powers over the conduct of federal officials.
Sacramento RegionPolice investigating shooting at ABC10 stationSeptember 19, 2025 | Sally LongeneckerSeveral bullets flew through a window into the ABC10 television station on Broadway Friday afternoon. Sacramento police are investigating.
EnvironmentNewsom signs climate overhaul, extending cap and trade while boosting oil drillingSeptember 19, 2025A set of laws Gov. Gavin Newsom signed today extends California clean-energy programs while taking steps to shore up oil and gas production. It also opens the door to a Western energy grid.
Sacramento RegionChalk art, comedy and creativity: Remembering Ground Chuck, Sacramento’s ‘man about town’September 19, 2025 | Jen Picard | Sarit Laschinsky | Vicki GonzalezLocal residents, artists and businesses remembered Charles “Ground Chuck” Thomas for his spirit, kindness and inspiration. The longtime musician, comedian and chalk artist passed away Sunday at the age of 56. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Housing and HomelessnessUnhoused Sacramento seniors to pay 30 percent of income to live at future tiny home communities in controversial city council decisionSeptember 17, 2025 | Riley PalmerSacramento City Council voted to charge homeless seniors monthly to live in proposed microcommunities.
State GovernmentGovernor Gavin Newsom renews focus on well-being of young men following Charlie Kirk’s deathSeptember 17, 2025 | Laura FitzgeraldThe initiative calls for 10,000 young men to volunteer in their communities and reduce mental health stigma.
Sacramento RegionSacramento’s culinary legends honored with ‘Wide Open Walls’ muralsSeptember 17, 2025 | Chris FeltsSacramento honored some of the region's beloved culinary figures with four new murals titled ‘Legends of Hospitality’ as part of the Wide Open Walls initiative. Two dozen more murals planned.
Sacramento RegionSacramento Councilmember Mai Vang launches campaign to unseat longtime Rep. Doris MatsuiSeptember 16, 2025 | Tony RodriguezSacramento Councilmember Mai Vang is launching a campaign to unseat Rep. Doris Matsui, who has held the seat since 2005. Vang pledges a grassroots run as critics question Matsui’s accessibility.
Sacramento RegionOn 9/16/25, celebrate a date of mathematical beautySeptember 16, 2025Today's date, 9/16, is often noted by people in the Sacramento region who love their area code: 916. But today's full date, 9/16/25, is also being marked by math nerds everywhere.
Sacramento RegionNew Helvetia: Sacramento’s Co-op BrewerySeptember 16, 2025 | Keyshawn DavisNew Helvetia is a small craft brewery on the corner of 18th and Broadway. The brewery hosts community events, including run clubs, trivia nights and special dinners.
Arts and LifestyleInside The Red Museum: Where Sacramento creatives welcome the strange and unusualSeptember 16, 2025The venue is celebrating 10 years of sound and spectacle.
Sacramento RegionSacramento County Sheriff submits investigation into former CapRadio GMSeptember 16, 2025 | Sarit LaschinskyThe Sheriff’s Office has been looking into former General Manager Jun Reina for more than a year. The case, which includes potential criminal charges of embezzlement and grand theft, is being reviewed by the District Attorney’s Office.
State GovernmentHere’s how Newsom’s maps are already changing California’s congressional racesSeptember 16, 2025California congressional wannabes aren’t waiting for Prop. 50 to start campaigning in the newly drawn districts. Candidates are evaluating which seats they stand the greatest chance of winning in.
Sacramento RegionInside Sacramento’s food business incubatorSeptember 15, 2025 | Greg MicekFrom granola makers to pasta chefs, Sacramento food entrepreneurs are finding guidance and community through the Alchemist Microenterprise Academy.
Sacramento RegionMeet SCRAT, Sacramento’s dog team dedicated to hunting down urban ratsSeptember 15, 2025 | Manola SecairaFor years, Sacramento has ranked high on lists of the country’s most rat-infested cities. And if you’ve lived here for a while, you’ve probably seen a few scurrying along powerlines or between park bushes. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia lawmakers wrap up 2025 session, here’s what they passed in their final weekSeptember 13, 2025 | Laura Fitzgerald | Gerardo ZavalaBills to renew Cap and Trade, lower energy costs, boost housing and crackdown on antisemitism in schools dominated debate in the legislature’s final days. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EducationAs wildfires burn, a North State playbook aims to support the youngest survivors of disasterSeptember 12, 2025 | Vicki Gonzalez | Sarit LaschinskyChildren can suffer long-term risks to their social, emotional and mental wellbeing after surviving a wildfire. A team of North State researchers has developed a playbook that aims to help them before, during and after disaster. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
ImmigrationCalifornia passes ICE mask ban in closing days of legislative sessionSeptember 12, 2025The state legislature voted to ban local, out-of-state and federal law enforcement officers from wearing face coverings, as well as require officers to be readily identifiable.
