Business4 things to know on Labor Day — from the Hot Labor Summer to the Hollywood strikesSeptember 4, 2023Organized labor has scored some big victories this year, including new contracts at UPS. Can the winning streak continue? Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Do you get federal or state holidays off? It depends.September 4, 2023 | Steve Milne | Chris HaganWhile every level of government — from cities to Congress — declares holidays, not all workers have a guarantee of taking the day off.
One death reported after storms leave thousands stranded at Burning Man FestivalSeptember 3, 2023The festival organizers said access to and from Nevada's Black Rock Desert where the annual event takes place is closed, after nearly an inch of rainfall created mud-bath-like conditions.
EnvironmentHeat-related deaths are up, and not just because it’s getting hotterSeptember 3, 2023Heat-related illness and deaths in California and the U.S. are on the rise along with temperatures, and an increase in drug use and homelessness is a significant part of the problem, according to public health officials and data from the CDC.
Education12 things student loan borrowers should know about the return to repaymentSeptember 2, 2023October's coming, and we're here to help you get ready.
SacAnime convention returns to Sacramento this weekendSeptember 2, 2023The event has taken place every year since 2004, and this weekend brings a host of vendors and artists, including on Saturday Tom Kenny, the voice of Spongebob Squarepants. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
CapRadio makes program changes following staff reductionsSeptember 1, 2023 | Ben Adler | Kevin DohertyCapRadio has ended production of four longstanding specialty music shows amid financial challenges after reducing our news and music staff this week.
EducationIt’s a new school year for Sacramento City Unified students. Here’s what to know.September 1, 2023 | Srishti PrabhaResolved labor disputes, a search for a new superintendent, an interim superintendent’s to-do list and renaming racist school buildings are some of the hallmarks of the beginning of the 2023-2024 academic year.
Rancho Cordova is splitting its City Council into districts. Here’s what’s next.August 30, 2023 | Kristin LamRancho Cordova is one of three cities in Sacramento County with at-large City Council members, but it’s working to change elections and representation.
Health CareCalifornia ballot initiative will seek to restrict gender-affirming care for trans youthAugust 30, 2023 | Kate WolffeA small group of activists has filed proposals for three 2024 state ballot initiatives. Among them is a measure that would ask voters to decide whether trans minors should be allowed to medically transition in any way.
