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Insight With Vicki Gonzalez

Award-winning journalist Vicki Gonzalez hosts daily interviews with community leaders, advocates, experts, artists and more to provide background and understanding on breaking news, big events, politics and culture in the Sacramento region and beyond.

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Sacramento’s City Budget Shortfall | Old North Sac...

Insight With Vicki Gonzalez ·

2025/05/22

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 The city of Sacramento is facing a projected $62 million budget deficit, and is considering the first layoffs in more than a decade. The City Council is expected to vote on the final budget on June 10. Tony Rodriguez is a

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Sacramento NWS Cuts 24/7 Warnings | Jacam Manricks...

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2025/05/21

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 The National Weather Service provides a range of valuable information, from daily weather forecasts, to warnings of potential disasters like floods and wildfires. But recently, two local NWS offices in Sacramento and Kings

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Battle over Prop 35 Funding in May Revise | Covered...

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2025/05/20

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 Gov. Gavin Newsom’s May Revision to the upcoming state budget has sparked backlash among some healthcare allies. To close the projected $12 billion shortfall, Gov. Newsom proposed cuts to Planned Parenthood and Medi-Cal - which

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What’s Next After the May Revise | California’s State...

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2025/05/19

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 It’s crunch time at the state Capitol. State lawmakers have about a month to come up with a balanced budget, and close a projected $12 billion shortfall. Last week, Gov. Newsom released his May Revision, which laid out how his office

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Birthright Citizenship Oral Arguments | POLITICO on...

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2025/05/15

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 Supreme Court heard oral arguments this morning related to the legal dispute over birthright citizenship. The case stems from President Trump’s executive order challenging the interpretation of the 14th Amendment and eliminates

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California Budget & Policy Center | Pacific Research...

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2025/05/14

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 released his May Revision of the upcoming state budget on Wednesday, which includes difficult decisions as the state is facing a projected $12 billion budget shortfall. That means stiffer

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Previewing the May Revise | Sac State Budget Vote |...

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2025/05/13

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 Governor Gavin Newsom is set to release his May revision to the 2025-2026 budget tomorrow and significant changes are expected from the original proposal he released in January. CalMatters Capitol Reporter Alexei Koseff joins us with a preview of what to expect and

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Front Street Animal Shelter Audit | AmeriCorps Cuts...

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2025/05/12

A new audit looks at conditions at the Front Street Animal Shelter. How federal AmeriCorps cuts are affecting early childhood programs across California. Finally, a new children’s book called “Finally Home” pays tribute to deploying military families. Front Street Animal Shelter Audit For decades, Sacramento’s Front Street Animal Shelter has helped lost and stray animals across Sacramento, and helped pet owners with resources including adoptions, vaccinations, microchipping, and spay and

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State Fire Marshal Daniel Berlant | Needs Assessment...

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2025/05/08

State Fire Marshal Daniel Berlant talks about preparing for wildfire season. A new report looks at the needs of wildfire victims. Finally, Broadway Sacramento’s new musical “Parade” explores antisemitism and racism in the South.State Fire Marshal Daniel Berlant California is entering peak wildfire season, which is growing longer and more unpredictable, as evidenced by the devastating January wildfires across the Los Angeles area. State Fire Marshal Daniel Berlant joins Insight to talk about

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Teen Sex Solicitation Bill | Decarcerate Sacramento |...

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2025/05/07

A teen sex solicitation bill that has sparked criticism from Republicans and divides among Democrats. Also, a conversation with the organization Decarcerate Sacramento. Finally, Music in the Mountains at the Mondavi Center.Teen Sex Solicitation Bill A bill introduced in the state legislature by Sacramento Democratic Assembly member Maggy Krell aims to increase penalties for loitering to solicit minors for sex. But a provision specifically aimed at soliciting 16- and 17-year olds has divided

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Police Not Responding to Mental Health Calls | Wine...

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2025/05/06

Why a growing number of California law enforcement agencies are not responding to nonviolent mental health calls. Also, the Central Valley wine true crime podcast “Blood Vines.” Finally, a Chornobyl photography exhibit in Sacramento.Police Not Responding to Mental Health Calls At the start of the year, Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper announced a change in response - his department would no longer respond to mental health crisis calls unless a crime had occurred, was in progress, or

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Sacramento Zoo Scraps Elk Grove Plans | PBS...

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2025/05/05

Sacramento Zoo scraps plans to move to Elk Grove. Also, a new PBS documentary about Alzheimer’s follows a local family. Finally, the play “Nosotros la Gente” at the B Street Theatre. Sacramento Zoo Scraps Elk Grove Plans Almost a year ago, the Elk Grove City Council approved the Sacramento Zoo’s relocation from its current location in Land Park. But last week, the Sacramento Zoological Society and Elk Grove officials announced the relocation would no longer happen. Sacramento Zoological

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Era After Roe v. Wade | Parkinson’s ‘Moving Day’ |...

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2025/05/01

A new book looks at fetal personhood as the new battle over reproductive rights. Also, Parkinson’s “Moving Day” walk at Sutter’s Fort. Plus, the children’s book “Sloane Understands.” Finally, our monthly Arts Talk calendar of events for May.Era After Roe v. Wade What’s next for the battle over abortion? Mary Ziegler is a Martin Luther King Professor of Law at UC Davis and leading expert on U.S. abortion history. She joins Insight to discuss her new book Personhood: The New Civil War over

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State Worker Vacation Payouts | Vietnam War’s...

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2025/04/30

An investigation into state worker vacation payouts. Also, this week marks 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War and Operation Babylift. Finally, landscape artist Jennifer Peart’s upcoming show and workshops.State Worker Vacation Payouts Some California state workers have spent decades banking unused vacation time. And when they retire, those hours can turn into six-figure or even seven-figure payouts. A new Los Angeles Times investigation shows how these saved days off may cost the state

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100 Days, 2 Americas: Assessing the impact of...

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2025/04/29

In an hour-long special, the California Newsroom and the Texas Standard team up to examine how the Trump administration is changing life in two of the nation’s largest states.To mark President Trump’s 100 days in office, the California Newsroom and the Texas Standard teamed up to examine how life is changing in two of the nation’s largest states - California and Texas - through the lens of politics, immigration, tariffs, agriculture, and education. The hour-long special is called 100 Days, 2

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Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty | Yolo Food Bank...

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2025/04/28

A conversation with Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty. Also, a food assistance program for farmworkers in Yolo County. Finally, the Sacramento Choral Society’s closing show celebrating Broadway duo Lerner and Loewe. Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty The city of Sacramento is navigating challenges on both the local and federal level. Officials are working to close a significant budget deficit, address the ongoing homelessness and housing affordability crises, as well as respond to the Trump

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League of California Cities Conference | CA’s...

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2025/04/24

California city leaders call for more state funding to address priority issues. California cancels its commercial salmon season for a third year in a row. Finally, previewing this month’s “In a Nutshell” storytelling show.League of California Cities Conference City officials from across California rallied at the State Capitol yesterday calling for increased state funding to address local priorities ranging from affordable housing and homelessness, to implementing Proposition 36. Elk Grove

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Trump Cuts to AmeriCorps | Latino Center of Art &...

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2025/04/23

The Trump Administration shuts down AmeriCorps volunteer agency. Also, the new executive director of the Latino Center of Art & Culture. Finally, Fantastic Negrito to perform in Sacramento. Trump Cuts to AmeriCorps Since 1993, AmeriCorps has offered thousands of young adults the opportunity to help their communities through public service and volunteerism. However, last week the Trump administration placed most of the agency’s staff on administrative leave as it looks to slash the federal

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Yuba-Sutter Mobile Crisis Response | ‘Best Of’ How to...

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2025/04/22

The Yuba-Sutter Mobile Crisis team responds to nonviolent mental or behavioral health calls. Also, the book “How to Play with Your Cat.” Finally, Sacramento-based museums collectively put a callout for more volunteers. Yuba-Sutter Mobile Crisis Response Nearly three years ago, the 988 Lifeline launched nationwide, a three-digit hotline that connects people to suicide and crisis counselors across the country- including more than a dozen call centers in California. This alternative to 911 is

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Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis | Tariff Impacts on Central...

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2025/04/21

Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis talks about trade, tariffs and running for governor. How international tariffs are raising concerns among farmers in the Central Valley. Finally, recapping the Sacramento Kings’ tumultuous 2024-25 season. Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis As consumers brace for potential price increases due to the Trump administration’s tariffs, Gov. Gavin Newsom’s team is trying to protect California-made products from retaliatory action by other countries. The governor and

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