Health CareCalifornia is investing $500M in therapy apps for youth. Advocates fear it won’t pay off.California launched two teletherapy apps as part of the governor’s $500 million foray into health technology with private companies. But the rollout has been so slow that social workers worry youths who need clinical care won’t get referrals.
Sacramento RegionCity says Camp Resolution can continue operation, will hold off on terminating lease
EnvironmentMay 6, 2024Sierra Nevada records snowiest day of the season from brief but potent California stormA weekend spring storm that drenched the San Francisco Bay area and closed Northern California mountain highways also set a single-day snowfall record in the Sierra Nevada.
Sacramento RegionMay 3, 2024Don’t put your umbrellas away yet: Late spring storm brings rain, snow to Northern CaliforniaSacramento could see a half to 1 inch of rain, while 4-8 inches of snow could fall at higher elevations in the Sierra Saturday. Forecasters expect dry weather to return by Sunday.
EnvironmentMay 3, 2024Manola SecairaSacramento temperature blanket 2024: Cool weather continued in March, AprilWeather-wise, things have been pretty chill — no pun intended. Cooler temperatures and precipitation have put us in a better spot ahead of wildfire season.
Sacramento RegionMay 2, 2024Claire MorganTony RodriguezChris HaganPro-Palestine encampment at Sac State permitted to stay through May 8, university saysThe group is led by Students for Justice in Palestine at Sac State, and demonstrators are asking for the university to divest from companies that do business with Israel.
EnvironmentMay 2, 2024Manola SecairaPresident Biden announces expansion of Berryessa Snow Mountain National MonumentEnvironmental advocates and tribes have rallied to include Molok Luyuk to the monument since 2015.
State GovernmentMay 2, 2024Californians are protecting themselves from wildfire. Why is there still an insurance crisis?Lawmakers want mitigation measures to be tracked, updated and accounted for to help insurance availability and affordability.
EducationMay 1, 2024Violence erupts at UCLA as protests over Israel's war in Gaza escalate across the U.S.Members of pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel groups in Los Angeles clashed, with reports of fireworks and pepper spray use. Elsewhere, universities are tearing down encampments and arresting students.
May 1, 2024Jen PicardVicki GonzalezHere’s what to do if you find a fawn alone in Northern California (don’t worry, it’s probably OK)We’re approaching the time of year when Dave Cook’s phone is ringing “off the hook.” Cook rescues fawns for Sierra Wildlife Rescue in El Dorado County. He says most of the time, a fawn that appears abandoned actually has a mom nearby. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Housing and HomelessnessMay 1, 2024Chris NicholsHealth fair for unhoused Sacramentans offers direct link to health, housing servicesThe event offered everything from free STI screenings to blood pressure checks and vaccinations. It also provided health services for pets of unhoused Sacramentans.
Arts and LifestyleApril 30, 2024Srishti PrabhaVerge evictions highlight need for more inclusive practices in Sacramento arts scene, artists of color sayTwo artists of color were evicted from Verge Center for the Arts in March, sparking a public debate about the inclusivity of the region’s art scene. Many artists say it's symptomatic of broader trends outside of Verge.
