State Government5 major candidates want to be California’s new U.S. senator. Where they stand on the economy, crime and the borderFebruary 8, 2024The five major contenders have different track records and proposals on some of the biggest issues facing California. They’re trying to position themselves to appeal to sizable voting blocs before the March 5 primary.
Sacramento RegionA Sacramento voter guide for the March 2024 primary electionFebruary 8, 2024Here's what you need to know to register, learn about the candidates and cast your ballot in Sacramento County before the March 5 primary election.
Sacramento RegionHere’s who’s running for Sacramento County Board of Supervisors in March 2024February 8, 2024 | Kristin LamThe only contested Sacramento County Board of Supervisors election is the race to replace District 4 Supervisor Sue Frost.
State GovernmentWho’s running for California state Assembly District 6 in March 2024? Here are the candidatesFebruary 8, 2024 | Nicole NixonTen candidates have filed to run for the 6th Assembly District seat, which is open for the first time in a decade and represents Sacramento’s urban core, Natomas and Arden.
EnvironmentHow are atmospheric rivers affected by climate change?February 6, 2024California is in the grips of an atmospheric river that's causing flooding through much of the state. Climate change might be intensifying storms like it — but scientists are still working out the details. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentWe’re creating a Sacramento temperature blanket. Here’s why (and what that is)February 6, 2024 | Manola SecairaIn recent years, these crocheted blankets have become an increasingly popular way of representing temperature changes throughout the year and how our experiences of them are related to climate change.
State GovernmentMike McGuire wants to ‘lift up every person’ as new California Senate leaderFebruary 5, 2024Sen. Mike McGuire of Healdsburg takes over as Democratic leader in the state Senate from Sen. Toni Atkins. He terms out in 2026, so has limited time to push his agenda.
EnvironmentSacramento area residents clean up following damaging atmospheric riverFebruary 5, 2024 | Chris NicholsMore than 200,000 households lost power as winds up to 65 mph hit the Sacramento Valley Sunday. On Monday morning many residents were getting power back and picking up as the winds calmed.
Health CareCalifornia universities are required to offer students abortion pills. A lot just don't mention itFebruary 5, 2024One year after California became the first state to require that its public universities provide the abortion pill to students, LAist found that basic information on where or how students can obtain the medication is lacking and, often, nonexistent.
EnvironmentTens of thousands remain without power in Sacramento region Monday after atmospheric river slams California February 4, 2024More than 150,000 SMUD households were in the dark Sunday as winds in excess of 60 mph blew through Sacramento. Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency in eight Southern California counties.
