Audit of Sacramento Police Department finds evidence of excessive driver stopsJune 22, 2023 | Steve MilneCity council members were told of motorists being pulled over for improperly tinted windows and then having their vehicles searched.
Stockton City Council votes to raise the LGBTQ+ flagJune 22, 2023 | Steve MilneA divided council voted 4-3 on Tuesday to raise the rainbow flag. Concerns expressed by those who opposed the measure included that other communities might want their flags to fly, as well.
House votes to censure Democratic Rep. Adam SchiffJune 21, 2023The California Democrat, who gained national recognition during his participation in congressional investigations of former President Trump, is a frequent target of Republicans and Trump himself.
EnvironmentState Farm and Allstate have pulled out of covering California wildfire insurance. Here’s why.June 21, 2023 | Vicki GonzalezState Farm and Allstate have backed out of insuring new homes against wildfires in California. A Stanford University climate and energy expert explained why this may be happening. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Attorney General announces new effort to fight organized retail theftJune 20, 2023 | Steve MilneThe agreement includes improved collaboration on information-sharing. There’s also a new online portal — on the Department of Justice website — for the public to submit complaints and tips.
Davis stabbing suspect found unfit to stand trialJune 20, 2023 | Kate WolffeThe Yolo County District Attorney challenged a court-appointed doctor’s finding of incompetence, and called for a jury to weigh in. Carlos Reales Dominguez interrupted the proceedings, pleading guilty and asking for forgiveness. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Jazz‘Unfollow Me’ tour marks quarter century of music making by soul songstress Erykah BaduJune 20, 2023 | Chris CampbellErykah Badu is performing at the Golden 1 Center on Tuesday. CapRadio’s Chris Campbell spoke to her about her 25-year career, leading up to her latest tour. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilityTop U.S. health official praises Davis dining program; weighs in on hot topicsJune 20, 2023 | Kate WolffeDuring a visit to UC Davis Medical Center, Sacramento-born U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra celebrated the “Good Food as Good Medicine” program, and shared thoughts on artificial intelligence, legal weed and more.
These kids revamped their schoolyard. It could be a model to make cities healthierJune 18, 2023Living near parks can boost health and well being. But low-income communities and those of color often have less access than wealthier, white ones. Revamping schoolyards could be a game changer.
EnvironmentCalifornia Schools Start Hatching Heat Plans as the Planet WarmsJune 17, 2023State researchers offer recommendations on how schools can become more heat-resilient in the face of global warming. Proposed changes to state law could make it easier to build shade structures.
