EnvironmentLa Familia Counseling Center is Sacramento’s first federally-recognized climate resilience hubThe hubs are meant to provide resources and shelter for community members during extreme weather events. It’s only the fifth to be recognized by federal officials in California.
Housing and HomelessnessAdvocates push back against Sacramento’s plans to close self-governed homeless camp
EducationUniversity of California official says system has $32 billion in holdings targeted by protestersThe University of California has $32 billion in assets targeted by students protesting the Israel-Hamas war. The university system has $175 billion overall in assets, an investment official announced at a meeting with the Board of Regents on Tuesday.
Health CareSolano, Yolo counties release public health warning for raw milk as avian flu concerns growThe “Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza,” or H5N1 virus, has not been detected in California cows, but health officials say they released the warning in an attempt to get ahead of a possible problem. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCamp Resolution Update | Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument | American River Parkway’s ‘Bike Fest’An update to Sacramento’s city-sanctioned homeless encampment Camp Resolution. Also, President Biden expands Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument. Finally, “Bike Fest” along the American River Parkway. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Classical MusicClassical Music Playlist, May 16, 2024Written in a single movement, the 1916 Frederick Delius Violin Concerto fluidly unfolds and changes like a dreamscape. It’s today's Midday Masterpiece.
Sacramento RegionSacramento City Council OKs plan to replace gas appliances — without stove requirementsThe plan focuses on retrofitting space and water heating appliances, but doesn’t recommend any requirements for stoves in homes or restaurants.