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CapRadio's Laura Fitzgerald reports on what happened during the last month of the legislative session. Plus, we dig into a new report that found a correlation between Prop 47 and homelessness. Finally, is the free Farm to Fork festival gone for good?

EdSource reporter following Meta case offers more information about what settlement means for California. Plus, what the roadless rule is and how it would change. Finally, humorous family drama premieres this weekend in Sacramento.

Doris Matsui and Mai Vang met for their first debate in their race to lead the Seventh Congressional District. We'll get a recap. Plus, how the current administration has upended firefighting in the west. Finally, Capital Dance Project's annual show.

What is the pesticide now being phased out from California and how did it work? Plus, the affects of Artificial Intelligence on the tattoo industry. Finally, folksy singer-songwriter performs new songs at the station ahead of weekend show.

An update on the Hawk Fire, which threatened Reno earlier this week. Plus, Health Net will terminate assisted living benefits by the end of the year. We'll hear how that's effecting some residents. Finally, protecting yourself from West Nile Virus.

We'll learn which policies were most successful at defending Christmas Valley from the Caldor Fire, and how forests are growing back. Plus, a deadly avalanche leads to a Cal/OSHA fine. Finally, why epic failures make for such great stories.

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.

We'll learn more about a partnership between El Dorado County and HomeAid Sacramento to build more homes in Grizzly Flats. Plus, hear about some of the films premiering this weekend. Finally, how Sites of Vacancy transforms spaces in the city via art

Area high school offers limited lunch time on early dismissal days. What do students think? Plus, we'll learn more about a Winters farm that specializes in native seeds. Finally, new exhibit explores immigration issues at the California Museum.

Checking in with residents of Grizzly Flats five years later. We'll also hear how CapRadio reporters went about covering the Caldor and its aftermath. Plus, lessons learned from the Caldor and Dixie fires and how they can be applied today.

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.

We'll hear the latest numbers affecting Sac City's school budget and what cuts might have to be made. Plus, an investigation into city's Office of Violence Prevention and a national non-profit with some experience. Celebrating 40 years of Black Arts.

How years of drought are contributing to the sinking of the Sacramento Valley. Plus, we'll hear how one woman has learned to forgive her brother's killer. Finally, author debuts two books at Elk Grove bookstore this weekend.

We'll hear about challenges to navigating international conflict and environmental concerns at the state's busiest ports. Plus, what might the next major earthquake look like in the Golden State? Finally, an award-winning photographer moves on.

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.

Councilmember weighs in on robotaxis coming to the city and new traffic rules in Old Sac. Plus, we'll learn about a new charter school prioritizing college for everyone. Finally, arts and culture events to check out this month.

What to expect from the weather as we head into the weekend, and how it might impact the Gann Fire in Calaveras County. Plus, we'll get a sneak peek at a new healthcare documentary. Finally, some of the new food featured at the 80th food festival.

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.

The Director of Iranian and Middle Eastern Studies at Sac State offers a perspective on the conflict. Also, the struggles being faced by one of California's largest ag industries. Finally, a new book chronicles history of Music Circus.

We learn more about the economic impacts of parasite outbreak on California ag producers. Plus, the role beavers play in drought and wildfire mitigation in the environment. Finally, eclectic emo band shares songs recorded live at CapRadio.

A new state law allows school boards to raise their own stipends and many are doing just that. Plus, market's executive director has led weekly event for 47 years. Finally, musicians bring their tour of Iranian music to Davis.

What we need to know about the cyclospora outbreaks to stay healthy this summer. Plus, the California Voter Foundation makes recommendations to speed up the state's vote counting. Finally, civic engagement through YMCA's youth and government program.

We get a look at some of the campaigns starting to heat up as we head to the general election in November. Plus, why can't California meet its reforestation needs? Finally, an annual bike ride raises money for Sac Children's Home Crisis Nursery.

We'll hear more about what a mistrial means for victims in a recent court case. Plus, we'll meet a board member who helped turn a struggling arts institution around. Finally, two of this month's featured storytellers share tales about their pets.

Roseville residents worry about the potential of a data center coming to their community. Plus, Sacramento Co-op weighs in on what's driving grocery costs up. Finally, we meet the two authors featured at this month's live literary reading on stage.

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.

Latest developments at Sacramento International Airport and others around the county. Also, ICE arrests of minors in the state have increased. Finally, the California State Fair offers affordable options during the week.

We'll learn more about an investigation into how California colleges report the use of military equipment on campus. Plus, what a recent SCOTUS ruling over a popular weedkiller means for national forests. And, dance festival comes to the north shore.

Investigation examines how biased behavior can lead to mistrust between community groups and law enforcement. Plus, how a law to protect privacy is negatively impacting small businesses. Also, behind the scenes look at Young Actors Stage.

New federal housing legislation aims to boost construction in state, including California. We'll hear how. Plus, how living alone can negatively impact seniors' mental health. Finally, we'll meet some pigeon racing enthusiasts in Sacramento.

Behind-the-scenes look at the city department responsible for clean drinking water. Voter rights and civic engagement center becomes independent national organization. Animal shelter offers community program to help control cat population.

Sacramento's only African American museum opens up about the financial struggles they're facing. Plus a psychotherapist shares her children's book on processing grief. Finally, Arts Talk gives you a guide to our regions summer festival season.

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.

CapRadio reporters share how Esparto is marking one year since the deadly explosion. We detail what impact recent Supreme Court rulings will have on immigration. Finally, a staple Mexican dish is being celebrated in Sacramento.

POLITICO breaks down the latest in state politics. Also, a new book talks about the misunderstandings and myths surrounding a founding U.S. document. Finally, we'll talk to the local author of Midstream: A Life Remade in 50 Swims.

While we're away you can listen to some of our favorite musical performances from the past six months. Insight Returns Monday July 6th, live at noon with a rebroadcast at 7pm.

Two reporters covering this year's state budgt discuss what made it in and what's still expected as the legislature awaits the Governor's signature. Plus, how PRIDE festivities in the region are faring. And, a new novel explores myths of the West.

We'll learn more about how fire risks have affected the California insurance market. Plus, the X Games are coming to Sacramento for the first time next weekend. Finally, a costume shop in Old Sac set to reopen next weekend.

We learn more about the history and significance of Juneteenth and events planned to commemorate it. Plus, the history of baseball in California's Central Valley. Finally, storytellers converge in Nevada County next weekend for annual festival.

A nonprofit organization is urging folks to know their HIV status, regardless of sexual orientation. Plus, new book urges more people to embrace political activism. Finally, annual music festival celebrates 51 years in Nevada County.

Advocates raise concerns about new federal immigration court initiative designed to expedite deportation order cases. Plus, what's behind a utility company's search for new power source? Finally, preserving Indigenous stories for future generations.

Election postmortem with New York Times reporter Laurel Rosenhall. Plus, we'll hear the results from field research done in the Central Valley and what it tells us about land use. Finally, arts and culture events to cool you off this summer.