Sacramento Region‘In California, Connor's life is worth less than $950’: This family is trying to get dangerous drivers off the roadFebruary 3, 2026 | Ruth FinchVehicular manslaughter is charged as a “wobbler,” where a judge can decide whether the crime as a felony or misdemeanor in California. Misdemeanors are eligible for pretrial diversions, which could take it off driver’s records. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareAs the U.S. bids adieu to the World Health Organization, California says helloFebruary 3, 2026As the Trump administration says it has withdrawn from WHO over its handling of COVID, among other things, California is stepping in.
State GovernmentStudy warns AI toys pose ‘unacceptable risks’ to young childrenFebruary 2, 2026 | Chris FeltsWhat happens when artificial intelligence becomes a child’s playmate? A new report out from Common Sense Media warns it can create unhealthy emotional dependency.
Sacramento RegionE-scooters sometimes end up in Sacramento’s waterways. Who removes them?January 30, 2026 | Tony RodriguezTwo bird rental e-scooters lay stuck in the mud along the riverbank near the Tower Bridge, just feet from the water. It’s a scene river cleanup volunteers say they encounter far more often than most Sacramento residents may realize.
Sacramento RegionFrom high school to the Capitol: Sacramento students protest ICEJanuary 30, 2026 | Keyshawn Davis | Greg MicekThousands of students from Sacramento high schools left school to protest ICE at the Capitol and the John E. Moss Federal Building in downtown.
State GovernmentCalifornia Democrats push for new legislation to take on ICEJanuary 30, 2026 | Laura FitzgeraldIn the wake of two killings of American citizens by immigration agents in Minneapolis, California Democrats say they want more accountability for ICE.
Arts and LifestyleOne month to make a movie? That’s the challenge of Davis’ new Flash Film FestivalJanuary 30, 2026 | Andrew Garcia | Vicki GonzalezFilmmakers of all ages and experience levels will be racing to finish an original short film before the February 26th deadline. With submissions being shown at the Flash Film Festival on Saturday, February 28th at Sudwerk Brewing in Davis. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EducationNearly 60 years later, UC Davis’ student-run Coffee House is still finding ways to innovateJanuary 29, 2026 | Andrew Garcia | Vicki GonzalezA month after UC Davis was ranked as one of the greenest campuses on the continent, ‘CoHo’ has started a reusable container pilot program, adding new sustainability efforts to their storied and beloved history on campus. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Environment25 years of revitalization efforts, leads to a record-breaking salmon spawn in Putah CreekJanuary 29, 2026 | Andrew Garcia | Vicki GonzalezThirty years ago salmon were extinct in Putah Creek and it was all but dried up. Last year, after decades of revitalization efforts, the creek saw a record number of salmon return to its waters. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareAmid enrollment drops, Covered California encouraging people to sign up for coverage as deadline loomsJanuary 28, 2026 | Vicki Gonzalez | Sarit LaschinskyThe state’s health insurance market place says new enrollment is down around 30% compared to last year. This comes amid concerns about how the expiration of federal tax credits could cause premiums to skyrocket. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
