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Catholic leadership in California are responding to the ongoing ICE detentions across the state. Also, the scrutiny behind the bright red fire retardant used during wildfires. Finally, Insight's monthly “Arts Talk” heads to Gold Country.

The state fire marshal provides an update on the deadly fireworks explosion in Esparto. Also, a bill would merge Sacramento County's homelessness response into a new agency. Finally, interesting food at the CA State Fair.

How federal Medicaid cuts could impact healthcare across the San Joaquin Valley. Also, the white sturgeon population is among the lowest recorded in California. Finally, the Spoken Word Federation hosts a performance poetry event.

California is creating a state agency exclusively focused on housing issues. Also, local author and National Book Award finalist Jamil Jan Kochai. Finally, remembering longtime Sacramento blues musician and radio DJ Mick Martin.

A look at high suicide rates in the Central Valley. Also, the Sacramento Film Commission discusses new incentives for productions. Finally, the California State Fair kicks off this weekend.

Firework and explosion experts weigh in on the deadly Esparto warehouse explosion. Also, Davis Science Cafe explores DNA analysis and forensic science. Finally, a Dave Brubeck benefit concert for the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.

Breaking down California's recently-passed state budget and CEQA reforms. How the lack of menopause research affects accessing treatment and care. Finally, summer classes being offered at SFSU's Sierra Nevada Field Campus.

Update on a deadly fireworks warehouse explosion in Esparto. Also, POLITICO's California Playbook. Plus, why homeless enforcement increased following a Supreme Court ruling. Finally, “King James” at Capital Stage.

Sacramento Assemblymember Maggy Krell is demanding answers from federal agencies following immigration detentions. Also, Lake Tahoe's annual clarity report. Finally, this month's “In a Nutshell” storytelling series at The Sofia.

Sacramento Assemblymember Maggy Krell is demanding answers from federal agencies following immigration detentions. Also, Lake Tahoe's annual clarity report. Finally, this month's “In a Nutshell” storytelling series at The Sofia. Assemblymember Maggy Krell

A conversation with upcoming Senate Pro Tem Monique Limón. Also, an accessible theater festival by - and about - people who are blind, deaf and neurodivergent. Finally, Black Conservation Week.

A conversation with upcoming Senate Pro Tem Monique Limón. Also, an accessible theater festival by - and about - people who are blind, deaf and neurodivergent. Finally, Black Conservation Week.  New Senate Pro Tem Monique Limón

“No Kings” rallies across Sacramento and surrounding counties. Also, the California Legislature passed a $325 billion budget, but faces challenges as it heads to Gov. Newsom's desk. Finally, an Alice in Wonderland ballet in Nevada County.

“No Kings” rallies across Sacramento and surrounding counties. Also, the California Legislature passed a $325 billion budget, but faces challenges as it heads to Gov. Newsom's desk. Finally, an Alice in Wonderland ballet in Nevada County. ‘No Kings' Rallies Across Sacramento

Sacramento's mayor discusses city budget vote. Updates from CapRadio reporters on arrest at immigration courthouse and how Sacramento's Latino community are responding to raids and protests. Finally, an update on an altercation in Los Angeles today.

Sacramento's mayor discusses city budget vote. Updates from CapRadio reporters on possible arrest at courthouse and how Sacramento's Latino community are responding to immigration raids and protests. Finally, an update on an altercation in Los Angeles today. Mayor Kevin McCarty on City Budget 

Gov. Newsom's national address criticizing President Trump's response to immigration protests. Also, the legality of federal militarization on U.S. soil. Plus, the state of Sacramento's craft beer industry. Finally, Sac Pride Festival this weekend. Gov. Newsom's National Address

Gov. Newsom's national address criticizing President Trump's response to immigration protests. Also, the legality of federal militarization on U.S. soil. Plus, the state of Sacramento's craft beer industry. Finally, Sac Pride Festival this weekend.

City considers eliminating Sac PD vacant positions to help close a budget deficit. Also, a daylong event for Cancer Survivors Day. Finally, Davis Science Cafe explores same-sex relationships in the animal kingdom. Sac PD City Budget Impacts

City considers eliminating Sac PD vacant positions to help close a budget deficit. Also, a daylong event for Cancer Survivors Day. Finally, Davis Science Cafe explores same-sex relationships in the animal kingdom.

Los Angeles anti-ICE protests. Also, Blue Diamond Growers is stopping operations at its Midtown Sacramento plant. Plus, Sacramento Republic FC's proposed stadium draws criticism. Finally, artist Jermain Jcrux Tilson's new show “The Nu Blak.”

Los Angeles anti-ICE protests. Also, Blue Diamond Growers is stopping operations at its Midtown Sacramento plant. Plus, Sacramento Republic FC's proposed stadium draws criticism. Finally, artist Jermain Jcrux Tilson's new show “The Nu Blak.” LA Anti-ICE Protests

The city of Sacramento discusses safety improvements to Folsom Blvd in East Sac. Also, CapRadio Megan Myscofski's series on menopause. Finally, Insight's monthly “Arts Talk” shares events throughout the month. Improvements to Folsom Blvd in East Sac 

The city of Sacramento discusses safety improvements to Folsom Blvd in East Sac. Also, CapRadio Megan Myscofski's series on menopause. Finally, Insight's monthly “Arts Talk” shares events throughout the month.

Lawsuits are accusing property insurers of forcing homeowners onto the state's FAIR Plan. Also, how California's insurance crisis is impacting foster care in the Central Valley. Finally, the Beale Air & Space Expo this weekend. FAIR Plan Lawsuits

Lawsuits are accusing property insurers of forcing homeowners onto the state's FAIR Plan. Also, how California's insurance crisis is impacting foster care in the Central Valley. Finally, the Beale Air & Space Expo this weekend.

Gov. Newsom proposes setting a Medi-Cal asset limit of $2,000 for eligibility. Also, California wine produces its smallest harvest in 20 years. Finally, Sacramento artist Ryan Seng's debut book “Love it All, F**k it All.” Medi-Cal $2K Asset Limit Proposal

Gov. Newsom proposes setting a Medi-Cal asset limit of $2,000 for eligibility. Also, California wine produces its smallest harvest in 20 years. Finally, Sacramento artist Ryan Seng's debut book “Love it All, F**k it All.”

Democratic State Sen. Christopher Cabaldon discusses the Delta Conveyance Project. Also, the California Democratic Convention took place this weekend in Anaheim. Finally, the 14th annual Sacramento Bacon Fest.

Democratic State Sen. Christopher Cabaldon discusses the Delta Conveyance Project. Also, the California Democratic Convention took place this weekend in Anaheim. Finally, the 14th annual Sacramento Bacon Fest. Delta Conveyance Project Pushback

How tariffs and a trade war are impacting California ports. Also, the Trump Administration ends Temporary Protected Status for Afghans. Finally, the Celebration of Trails Month kicks off in Nevada and Yuba counties.

How tariffs and a trade war are impacting California ports. Also, the Trump Administration ends Temporary Protected Status for Afghans. Finally, the Celebration of Trails Month kicks off in Nevada and Yuba counties. How Tariffs are Impacting CA Ports

River safety ahead of the first triple digits of the season. Also, remembering legendary local journalist Stan Atkinson. Finally, the Bay Area Butterfly Festival in Vallejo.

River safety ahead of the first triple digits of the season. Also, remembering legendary local journalist Stan Atkinson. Finally, the Bay Area Butterfly Festival in Vallejo. Triple Digit River Safety

POLITICO's California Playbook joins with the latest on state politics. Also, the challenges of the general public to weigh in on legislation. The Sacramento Book Festival is back for its second year. POLITICO's California Playbook

The city of Sacramento is facing a projected $62 million shortfall. Also an Old North Sacramento documentary screening for “Beyond the Alleyways: The Dixieanne Story.” Finally, 2024 “Tiny Desk” winner The Philharmonik's world tour.  Sacramento's City Budget Shortfall

Sacramento and Kings County NWS offices will no longer offer 24/7 extreme weather warnings. Also, saxophonist Jacam Manricks performs “1959: The Revolution of Jazz.” Finally, the first annual Capital City Jazz Festival in Old Sacramento. Sacramento NWS Cuts 24/7 Warnings

A battle over Prop 35 Medi-Cal funding in the governor's May budget revision. Also, a CalMatters investigation finds that Covered CA released private health data to LinkedIn and Google. Finally, the Sacramento County Fair. Battle over Prop 35 Funding in May Revise

Following the governor's May revision and a projected deficit of $12 billion, state lawmakers have a month to pass a balanced budget. Also, challenges facing California's tourism industry. Finally, the Sacramento Gay Men's Chorus. What's Next After the May Revise

The Supreme Court hears oral arguments related to the birthright citizenship dispute. Also, POLITICO breaks down the governor's May Revision and budget shortfall. Finally, the monthly storytelling series “In a Nutshell.” Birthright Citizenship Oral Arguments

The California Budget & Policy Center and the Pacific Research Institute offer their perspectives on the state budget shortfall and governor's May Revision. Also, UC Davis hosts a symposium on the impacts of USAID cuts to globally focused research. California Budget & Policy Center

Gov. Gavin Newsom to release his May revision to the state budget. How Sac State's budget deficit is impacting educators and students. Finally, restoring indigenous basket weaving at Dos Rios State Park. Previewing the May Revise