EnvironmentDelivering the future: Zipline tests drones high above historic Yolo county cattle ranchMay 19, 2026 | Chris NicholsZipline’s drones fly thousands of test missions each week above the ranch’s rolling hills near Esparto. The Bay Area company’s goal is to fly consumer goods directly to your home.
Sacramento RegionSacramento art exhibit puts a SMASH!-ing spotlight on piñata cultureMay 18, 2026 | Sarit LaschinskyA new exhibition at midtown’s Prism Art Gallery highlights the many inspirations and symbolism embodied by piñatas. The show runs through May 30, and will conclude with several of the art pieces being smashed.
Sacramento RegionACLU report alleges Sacramento police racially profiled Black and Latino driversMay 15, 2026 | Ruth FinchA report has come out from the ACLU accusing Sacramento Police of stopping and searching Black and Latino drivers at a much higher rate than white drivers from 2023-2024.
EducationBan cell phones in all K-12 schools? Not so fast, say school officialsMay 15, 2026Studies have shown that cell phone use is a serious distraction for students that affects their mental health, social-emotional development and ability to concentrate in class.
EnvironmentCalifornia now faces a ‘fire year.’ How is the state preparing?May 14, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Andrew GarciaThe Golden State could face a potentially wildfire-prone summer amid a lack of snowfall and warming weather, and emergency services are gearing up to combat what has become the “fire year.” Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentWhat to know about the Yolo County judge raceMay 13, 2026 | Chris FeltsCourt commissioner Ryan Davis and deputy district attorney Diane Ortiz make their case for Yolo County Superior Court judge.
Sacramento RegionSmall business in Sacramento specializes in breeding and selling isopodsMay 13, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisThe World of Isopods has one of the largest inventories of isopods in the state, with over 170 different species. They also have centipedes, mantis, beetles, and other invertebrates.
Arts and LifestyleSacramento Master Singers conductor to retire after 40 years of sharing the power of choral musicMay 13, 2026 | Jen Picard | Andrew Garcia | Sarit LaschinskyDr. Ralph Hughes took over as the choir’s conductor in 1986, and has become known for sharing the art of choral music across the Sacramento community. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
ClassicalLocal Artist Feature May 8th, 2026: 22 year Old Pianist Is Taking the Classical World By StormMay 13, 2026 | Jennifer ReasonPianist Parker V. may have been born in 2003, but he already has the music career of a man twice his age. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Housing and HomelessnessSacramento County’s homeless population increased 13% in 2026. Here’s what to know about this year’s PIT CountMay 13, 2026 | Ruth FinchThe county’s Point-in-Time Count found 7,458 people experiencing homelessness during its January survey.
