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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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Jewish and Palestinian-American Communities One Year...

Insight With Vicki Gonzalez ·

2024/10/07

Checking in with Jewish and Palestinian-American communities in the Sacramento region one year after the Oct. 7 attacks and the start of the Israel-Hamas war. Also, the California Economic Summit is taking place this week in Sacramento. Jewish and Palestinian-American Communities One Year After Oct. 7 It's been exactly one year since the devastating Oct. 7 attacks in Israel which killed 1,200 people and resulted in 250 more being taken as hostages. As the conflict between Israel and Hamas

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Measure E Funding and Libraries | UC Davis Health’s...

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2024/10/03

Funding Sacramento’s libraries through Measure E. A new study from UC Davis Health restores communication to people who cannot speak. Finally, a new English-Farsi book collection is helping Afghan refugees in West Sacramento.Measure E Funding and Libraries Sacramentans will have an opportunity to weigh in on funding for the city’s public libraries this election. Measure E would extend parcel taxes previously approved by voters. Councilmember Karina Talamantes and Sacramento Public Library

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Gov. Newsom’s Special Session | ‘Dave Webb: the...

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2024/10/02

Gov. Newsom’s special session to address gas prices. An artist’s new exhibit in Davis inspired by his wife’s terminal cancer diagnosis. Finally, the Reno Air Race is taking place this weekend.Gov. Newsom’s Special Session Gov. Gavin Newsom recently called a special legislative session to address gas prices, weeks before the general election. CapRadio Politics Reporter Laura Fitzgerald joins Insight to talk about why the governor called lawmakers back to the Capitol, what legislation is being

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POLITICO’s California Playbook | Election Literacy...

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2024/10/01

POLITICO’s California Playbook breaks down new laws and other political updates. Getting an Election Literacy 101 as Election Day approaches. Finally, a concert exploring the history of jazz performs at The Sofia.POLITICO’s California Playbook Gov. Gavin Newsom has been busy in recent weeks, signing dozens of bills - including ones addressing artificial intelligence and in vitro fertilization - while vetoing a number of others. Dustin Gardiner, co-author of POLITICO’s California

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SMForward Garage Breaks Ground | CHHS Secretary Dr....

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2024/09/30

Sacramento International Airport is building a new parking garage. CHHS Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly is stepping down. Finally, California Humanities holds a voter turnout panel discussion in Sacramento. SMForward Garage Breaks Ground Travelers to Sacramento International Airport are going to see a lot more construction - and find some alternative parking places - in the near future. The airport is breaking ground on the newest component of its $1.3 billion SMForward modernization plan - a new

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CA’s Plastic Bag Ban and Recycling | Sacramento Chef...

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2024/09/26

Navigating California’s recycling system and new plastic bag ban. A Sacramento chef competes on the newest season of Hell’s Kitchen. Finally, the Hella Kind Comedy Show is raising money for the Sacramento Kindness Campaign. CA’s Plastic Bag Ban and Recycling A decade ago, the California Legislature banned single use plastic bags in an effort to limit the state’s plastic pollution. That ban led to the emergence of “reusable” plastic bags, which are not recyclable, and California saw a rise in

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Facebook Blocks Wildfire Alert Posts | The Rise of...

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2024/09/24

Why Facebook is blocking posts from wildfire and disaster alert groups. Tracking the rise of white supremacist accelerationism online. Finally, a new documentary explores Camp Resolution and the homelessness crisis in Sacramento.Facebook Blocks Wildfire Alert Posts Amid a scorching wildfire season in California, dozens of emergency posts sharing updates and evacuation information were blocked by Facebook. The social media platform flagged these posts as spam, leaving residents, responders,

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2024 State of the City | Chalk Talk: Student Health...

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2024/09/19

Mayor Darrell Steinberg delivers his final State of the City address. “Chalk Talk” discusses menstrual health and climate action. Finally, Sacramento drummer Alex Jenkins talks about his new album. 2024 State of the City 82 days. That’s how much time Mayor Darrell Steinberg has in his final term serving the city of Sacramento. On Dec. 10 he will turn over leadership to one of the two candidates currently running for mayor: epidemiologist Dr. Flo Cofer or State Assemblymember Kevin McCarty

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California’s Confusing Education Data | Best Of: Bill...

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2024/09/17

Why it is difficult to navigate California’s education data. Revisiting a conversation with NBA Champion Bill Cartwright. Finally, Sacramento’s Farm-to-Fork Festival wraps up this weekend with its Street Fair.California’s Confusing Education Data California releases a significant amount of education data, from test scores and graduation rates to absenteeism. However, that information is spread across multiple websites with dozens of graphics and filters, which can make it difficult for

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The Growth of California Agave | Insight’s 20th...

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2024/09/12

California farmers increasingly growing agave amid warming conditions. Celebrating Insight’s 20th anniversary on the air. Finally, the Sierra Valley Arts & Ag Trail taking place on Sept. 21. The Growth of California Agave As California continues to experience drought conditions and the effects of climate change, farmers are turning to more resilient crops - like agave. CapRadio Environment Reporter Manola Secaira joins Insight to talk about how farmers are sourcing plants and adapting to

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The Clearing of Camp Resolution | Vaping in...

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2024/09/10

Breaking down the closure of Camp Resolution. How the teen vaping crisis is affecting Sacramento high school students. Finally, Davis musician Nat Lefkoff releases a new album.The Clearing of Camp Resolution Camp Resolution, a self-governed homelessness encampment which reached a first-of-its-kind lease with the city of Sacramento, was finally cleared last month. The closure comes after months of threats by the city to shut the encampment down, as well as a series of reprieves. CapRadio

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End of CA’s Legislative Session | Lake Tahoe...

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2024/09/05

Recapping the end of the legislative session. A new Tahoe Basin evacuation analysis. The Classical Concert Series at the Crocker. Finally, the Behind the Barre festival celebrates 10 years.End of CA’s Legislative Session The final legislative session of 2024 wrapped up last week at the State Capitol, which included some progress and drama. Lawmakers sent bills to the governor on some of California's biggest issues from retail theft to artificial intelligence. CapRadio Politics Reporters Megan

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'Raise CA Strong' Childcare Campaign | Klamath Dam...

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2024/09/03

First 5 California’s new “Raise CA Strong” awareness campaign. ABC10’s John Bartell talks about dam removals on the Klamath River. Finally, revisiting the work of Sacramento’s Food Literacy Center.Raise CA Strong Childcare Campaign A new awareness campaign is drawing attention to California’s ongoing affordable childcare crisis, specifically its economic and social impacts. Called “Raise CA Strong,” the campaign was launched by the California Children and Families Commission, also known as First 5

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Educational ‘Chalk Talk’ | Organizational Segregation...

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2024/08/29

Discussing all things school-related on “Chalk Talk.” Occupational segregation in California’s workforce. Finally, the Sac Halloween Show performs this weekend at the Red Museum.Educational ‘Chalk Talk’ It is back to school season here in the Sacramento region. On the first edition of the recurring segment “Chalk Talk,” CapRadio Sacramento Education Reporter Srishti Prabha joins Insight to talk about our local schools, and the policies and developments that affect students. Organizational

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Valley Fever Season in CA | ‘Fairview’ Premieres at...

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2024/08/27

California’s bad Valley fever season this year. Capital Stage’s season kicks off with “Fairview.” The Hot Jazz Jubilee returns over Labor Day weekend. Finally, Insight host Vicki Gonzalez shares an update on her breast cancer treatment.Valley Fever Season in CA Earlier this year, five people at a music festival in Kern County contracted a fungal infection known as Valley fever. Cases of the disease have tripled in California over the last decade, and more than 5,300 cases have been reported this

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California, Google, and Funding Journalism |...

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2024/08/22

How a new deal between lawmakers and Google impacts journalism in California. The controversial city plan from California Forever is off this year’s election ballot. Finally, the Chalk It Up! Festival returns to Fremont Park over Labor Day weekend.California, Google, and Funding Journalism California lawmakers and tech giant Google have reached a deal to provide almost $250 million over five years to support journalism in California, as well as an artificial intelligence accelerator. However, the

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Kamala Harris at the DNC | CA’s Social Media Law and...

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2024/08/20

Kamala Harris’s importance for Black women in power. The legal challenges to California’s child social media law. Finally, Sacramento photographer and music director Raul Gonzo’s first major exhibit.Kamala Harris at the DNC The Democratic National Convention is underway in Chicago, and the opening night featured a number of prominent appearances including President Joe Biden, former nominee Hillary Clinton, and the presumptive nominee - Vice President Kamala Harris. Jamilah King, editorial director

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CapRadio Examination and Public Trust | Caltrans I-80...

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2024/08/15

Discussing public trust and CapRadio’s latest reporting on its financial examination. Caltrans improvements along I-80 in Sacramento and Yolo counties. Finally, how excessive heat and wildfire smoke affect wine grapes. CapRadio Examination and Public Trust Last week Sacramento State released the findings of a highly-anticipated forensic examination of Capital Public Radio’s finances, The redacted summary focused heavily on prior leadership and found several instances of misuse of funds and conflicts

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Young Voter Enthusiasm in California | Best Of:...

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2024/08/14

How Kamala Harris is boosting enthusiasm among young voters. Revisiting a conversation about California’s newest city. Finally, a new documentary “Loving Lionheart” captures a local family’s medical journey.Young Voter Enthusiasm in California Vice President Kamala Harris has attracted a lot of enthusiasm - particularly on social media - after being endorsed to become the Democratic presidential nominee in July. And polling says that there has been a boost for one voting bloc in particular - young

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2024 Lake Tahoe ‘State of the Lake’ | Best Of:...

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2024/08/13

Lake Tahoe’s latest “State of the Lake” report looks at long-term trends. Revisiting a new podcast about 1976 Republican primary and connections to today. Finally, Sacramento Turn Verein Soccer Club heads to the Veterans Football World Cup in Wales.2024 Lake Tahoe ‘State of the Lake’ Lake Tahoe is one of Northern California’s natural jewels, but its deep-blue waters aren’t immune to the effects of climate change. For years, researchers and scientists have been collecting data and information on the

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