State GovernmentRep. Doug LaMalfa of California dies, reducing GOP's narrow control of the House to 218-213January 6, 2026President Donald Trump is lamenting the death of Republican seven-term U.S. congressman Doug LaMalfa of California, who was a reliable vote on his agenda.
State GovernmentMonique Limón becomes first woman of color, mother to lead California State SenateJanuary 5, 2026 | Gerardo ZavalaAs Monique Limón becomes the first Latina to lead the California Senate, she’s also preparing to confront a looming $18 billion budget deficit.
EnvironmentLake Natoma’s beloved bald eagles displaced as storm claims nestJanuary 5, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisThe nest tree fell Sunday morning due to shallow roots and heavy rain. Volunteer Kathy Kayner found the eagles on Monday afternoon near an island and said they were unharmed.
State GovernmentU.S. military action in Venezuela sparks political backlash, protests in CaliforniaJanuary 3, 2026 | Gerardo Zavala | Greg MicekDemocratic lawmakers say U.S. military strikes in Venezuela and the reported capture of its president lacked congressional authorization and relied on questionable justifications.
Sacramento RegionRecent storms bring necessary snowpack to California, but levels are still below averageDecember 30, 2025 | Manola SecairaStatewide snowpack levels are currently at 71% of average.
Sacramento RegionGoing out for New Year’s in Sacramento? Here’s what you need to knowDecember 30, 2025 | Keyshawn Davis | Tony RodriguezFireworks are back in Old Sacramento this New Year’s Eve. Here’s what to know about the event, how to get there without driving and other ways to celebrate around the region.
State GovernmentWhy a new California law will require tortilla makers to add an extra ingredientDecember 30, 2025Folic acid is so important to infant health that it’s required to be added to cereal and bread. A new California law ensures it’ll be in tortillas.
Sacramento RegionCalifornia Capitol Kwanzaa celebrates its 27th yearDecember 30, 2025 | Ruth FinchThe California Black Agriculture Working group celebrated with libations and education on the steps of the Capitol building Monday morning.
State GovernmentNew California laws could reshape housing, AI regulation starting Jan. 1December 23, 2025 | Chris Nichols | Laura Fitzgerald | Riley Palmer | Tony Rodriguez | Keyshawn Davis | Chris FeltsIf you work in law enforcement or the health care field, new state laws will regulate what you can and can’t do with AI on the job.
EducationPay hikes for Cal State presidents shed light on financial divideDecember 22, 2025 | Greg MicekCSU presidents received raises this fall as faculty and lawmakers questioned pay equity, campus priorities and how executive compensation is set.
