Dustin Gardiner with the latest on Gov. Newsom's effort to limit utilities liabilities in wildfires. Plus, investigation finds failures in a state oversight bureau. Finally, why a fuel reduction project lessened wildfire impact two years later.
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Should utilities pay less if they're found at fault for wildfire? We'll hear about a package of bills that would pave the way. Plus, Sac State hosts immigration seminar. Finally, the good and bad effects of an early wine harvest on the region.
Thousands of workers have returned to the office, but their economic impact on small businesses downtown is still unknown. At the same time new attractions, and traffic restrictions, are rolling out along the Old Sacramento waterfront.
Lawmakers have three weeks to sort through hundreds of bills before the Legislature adjourns. What priorities will they push through? Plus, updates on controversial issues at two local school districts. Finally, learning improv for personal growth.
Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty will be a part of the grand opening ceremony, and instead of cutting a ribbon, they'll be doing a keg tapping. The...
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California regulators have approved Liberty Utilities request to solicit bids for a new electricity supplier. This comes as the company's existing agreement with a Nevada-based utility is set to end next year.
Sacramento Assemblymember explains why she signed an open letter sent to the Trump Administration. Plus, we'll learn about a local teen developing a search and rescue drone. Finally, four upcoming live shows to consider checking out this month.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's office has released tax returns showing he and his wife made between $1.7 million and $2 million annually from 2022 through 2024.
More than a thousand incarcerated firefighters play a critical role in battling wildfires across California, but many face challenges landing a job in the firefighting field after being released.
New reporting from CalMatters looking at how some other states have dealt with government workers and telework. A new bill would make it easier for formerly incarcerated firefighters to get hired. Finally, live jazz returns to Sacramento art museum.
California state workers must report to the office four days a week under an executive order from Gov. Gavin Newsom. Other states allow more remote work.
The bill establishes over $24 million in ongoing annual funding to support small and mid-sized farmers who supply fresh produce to public school classrooms. The goal is to strengthen regional food systems and expand nutrition education.
Despite criticism from congressional Republicans and growing scrutiny from the Trump administration, Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat considering a presidential run, said he’s proud of California’s spending on social services in Medi-Cal.
Governor Gavin Newsom approved $15 million to temporarily replace the federal Local Food Assistance Program (LFPA) that helped schools and food banks buy directly from small farms.
As California state employees begin to follow Governor Gavin Newsom's return to office mandate, some workers in Sacramento are raising alarms about the conditions they're facing.
Governor Gavin Newsom is fined for not reporting certain charitable donations on time. New developments surrounding a controversial plan to build a new city in California. Finally, the first spoken word artist to win AGT expands his musical talents.
A California bill would require community colleges with health centers to provide access to medication abortion if lawmakers provide funding. Health center directors say many campuses lack the staffing and infrastructure to offer the service.
California’s tribal casinos found an ally in Attorney General Rob Bonta who sought to ban blackjack at private cardrooms, but a judge ruled Bonta overstepped his authority.
Rep. Kevin Kiley has challenged Dr. Richard Pan to five debates in California’s 6th District race, spotlighting clashes over taxes, schools and Kiley’s Trump-aligned voting record.












