BusinessShe’s driven Sacramento buses for 43 years. Here’s how she’s seen SacRT change.July 3, 2023 | Kristin LamWhen Joyce Adams-Watkins started driving SacRT buses in 1980, she thought the starting pay of $5 an hour was a lot of money.
Here's what happened when affirmative action ended at California public collegesJuly 1, 2023Twenty-five years of experimentation under race-neutral admissions policies — and a half-billion dollars later — the University of California system says they still can't meet their diversity goals.
Arts and LifestyleHanami Line project recognizes Japanese SacramentansJuly 1, 2023 | Janelle SalangaThe cherry tree grove, planted in Robert T. Matsui Park along the Sacramento riverfront, broke ground this past week and will open fully to the public in 2024.
Health CareE-Cigs are still flooding the US, addicting teens with higher nicotine dosesJuly 1, 2023The FDA, Justice Department, and White House have failed to act as vapes with kid-friendly flavors like cotton candy or gummy bears proliferate.
EnvironmentHere are 5 tips to help you stay safe and cool in extreme heatJuly 1, 2023Heat waves today are not the same as 60 years ago. The warming climate is making them more intense and they're lasting longer. Here are five ways you can beat the heat and stay cool.
State GovernmentRobert Rivas takes charge as California Assembly speakerJune 30, 2023After a prolonged transition, Robert Rivas will be sworn today in as Assembly speaker, taking over from Anthony Rendon.
State Government‘Somebody is going to want to know’: California Senate photographer retires after 37 yearsJune 30, 2023 | Manola SecairaLorie Shelley retired at the end of June. CapRadio visited her office at the Capitol before her retirement to ask her what she’s learned over the years and what it’s like to be a fly-on-the-wall in California’s Senate.
EnvironmentFire, law enforcement officials highlight firework safety ahead of holiday weekendJune 29, 2023Fire and law enforcement officials urged Sacramentans to use “safe and sane” fireworks, which are approved by the State Fire Marshal.
Sacramento City Unified superintendent steps downJune 29, 2023 | Srishti PrabhaSCUSD Board President Chinua Rhodes said the change was “a mutually agreed” transition between the board and Superintendent Aguilar.
EnvironmentSacramento region to open cooling centers amid first summer heat waveJune 29, 2023 | Chris NicholsSacramento County will open cooling centers at the DHA Annex at 1725 28th St. in Midtown Sacramento and the DHA Service Center at 5747 Watt Ave. in North Highlands.
