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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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Diocese of Sacramento Files for Bankruptcy | Fast...

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2024/04/03

The Diocese of Sacramento filed bankruptcy in response to a wave a lawsuits alleging sexual abuse of minors. Also, a new law boosts the minimum wage for fast food workers in California to $20 an hour. Finally, Davis-based folk duo “Misner & Smith.” Diocese of Sacramento Files for Bankruptcy The Diocese of Sacramento has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in response to a wave a lawsuits alleging sexual abuse of minors by clergy and other employees reaching back to the 1950’s. In a statement, Bishop

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April Snow Survey | Investigating California Jail...

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2024/04/02

Gov. Newsom attends the April snow survey in the Sierra. Also, an investigation into a rise in jail deaths across the state. Finally, a memoir studying hip hop culture “Dancing the Afrofuture: Hula, Hip-Hop and the Dunham Legacy.” April Snow Survey Gov. Gavin Newsom traveled to the April 1 snow survey in El Dorado County held by the Department of Water Resources near Echo Summit. For the second year in a row, California's snowpack is above the historical average - this year the snowpack is 110%,

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‘Best of Insight’: Woodland’s Historic Chinese...

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2024/04/01

“Best of Insight”: The oldest Chinese restaurant in the state - and possibly the nation - is in Woodland. Also, 10-year-old Sacramento hip hop princess “Boss Tootie.” Finally, Sacramento-based Latin backpacking company Itacate Foods. ‘Best of Insight’: Woodland’s Historic Chinese Restaurant The oldest Chinese restaurant in California - and possibly the nation - is tucked away in a Yolo County suburb. Jack Chin is a professor at UC Davis School of Law and shares his research into finding the oldest

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Sacramento City Council District 4 Race | ‘Landing...

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2024/03/28

Sacramento City Councilmember Katie Valenzuela concedes the race to Phil Pluckebaum. Also, events for Placer County LGBTQ+ youth, family and allies. Finally, Sacramento Piano Day concert at American River College.Sacramento City Council District 4 Race Sacramento County has less than 100 ballots left to be counted. Which means election results are largely finalized. Today we are going to focus on a change of leadership in Sacramento City Council District 4 - which includes downtown, midtown and

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CapRadio Update | Isleton Community Flood Insurance...

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2024/03/27

A financial backer of CapRadio wants the public media station to merge with KVIE. Also, the delta city of Isleton creates a community flood insurance pilot program. Finally, take a listen to public service announcements about climate change. CapRadio Update Should Sacramento’s two largest public media organizations join as one? In an open letter last week, the Capital Public Radio Endowment urged CapRadio’s license holder - Sacramento State - to merge with the PBS television affiliate KVIE. The

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Supreme Court Abortion Pill Case | California’s...

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2024/03/26

How a Supreme Court case on the abortion medication mifepristone could impact California. Also, California’s strategy to recover long declining salmon populations. Finally, the best way to view the upcoming April eclipse. Supreme Court Abortion Pill Case This morning, the Supreme Court heard arguments for another case challenging the right to abortion. FDA v. Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine challenges the use of mifepristone, a medication typically used in a two-combination dose to terminate a

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CA Minimum Wage Report | Women in Manufacturing |...

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2024/03/25

New report says state’s minimum wage isn’t enough to keep up with cost of living. Also, La Tourangelle artisan oils and Siemens Mobility highlight women in manufacturing. Finally, a student charitable organization “ReDressed” for refugee students. CA Minimum Wage Report California’s minimum wage of $16 is over double the federal minimum. But a new report published by California's Legislative Analyst’s Office says that while this amount appears high by comparison, it is still not enough to keep up

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MOSAC Keffiyeh Controversy | California Wine Industry...

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2024/03/21

A dispute over keffiyehs at Sacramento’s Museum of Science and Curiosity (MOSAC). Also, the challenges facing California’s wine industry. Finally, the fifth annual Latinx Comic Arts Festival.MOSAC Keffiyeh Controversy Controversy has erupted at Sacramento’s Museum of Science and Curiosity (MOSAC) after some employees alleged they were treated poorly by management after wearing a black-and-white keffiyeh, a traditional Arab headdress that has become synonymous with Palestinians. Now, they say,

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Sacramento Votes on Bilateral Ceasefire | California...

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2024/03/20

Sacramento City Council approves a bilateral ceasefire resolution. Also, how California is harnessing artificial intelligence. Finally, El Dorado County author and illustrator of “A River Called Home: A River Fable.” Sacramento Votes on Bilateral Ceasefire The Sacramento City Council passed a Gaza ceasefire resolution just before midnight on Tuesday, after hearing from dozens of public comment testimonies. Officials approved the resolution in a 6 to 1 vote, with only Councilmember Lisa Kaplan

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POLITICO California Playbook | Protecting...

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2024/03/19

POLITICO’s California Playbook on Gov. Newsom’s current challenges. Also, an all-volunteer group protecting Sacramento’s waterways. Finally, Sacramento’s only high school student-run radio station KYDS 91.5 FM. POLITICO California Playbook With his signature piece of legislation hanging on by a razor-thin margin, the vote for Proposition 1 is just the latest signal to state Capitol watchers of the struggles facing Governor Newsom these days. In addition to Prop. 1, Newsom's approval ratings are the

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2024 Primary Voting Behavior | Sacramento’s...

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2024/03/18

An update on primary election results and voting behavior. Also, the fate of Sacramento’s experimental homeless encampment “Camp Resolution.” Finally, the author of the 1978 unsolved mystery of the Yuba County Five. 2024 Primary Voting Behavior It’s been almost two full weeks since the California Primary and there are still several races that are too close to call. Paul Mitchell, Vice President of Political Data, Inc. and political strategist Mike Madrid, join us to break down the latest election

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California’s Snowpack 100% of Historical Average |...

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2024/03/14

California’s snowpack reaches 100% of the April 1 historical peak average. Also, Cal State Chancellor Mildred Garcia joins us for a conversation about the system’s wide-ranging challenges. Finally, CapRadio celebrates Pi(e) Day.California’s Snowpack 100% of Historical Average After an uncertain start to the winter season, California’s snowpack has reached a milestone - 100% of the April 1 average, which is a historic peak set by water managers. Reservoirs across the state are 117% of average

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Updated Election Results | History Podcast...

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2024/03/13

Latest election results for statewide and Sacramento city races. Also, the podcast “Landslide” about the presidential primary between Gerald Ford and Ronald Reagan. Finally, James Beard Award-winning writer of “Diasporican: A Puerto Rican Cookbook.”Updated Election Results As of Tuesday, Sacramento County still has over 80,000 ballots left to count from last week’s primary, with several local and statewide races still in the balance. CapRadio’s Sacramento Government Reporter Kristin Lam and

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Yolo County DA’s New Approach to Retail Theft |...

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2024/03/12

The Yolo County DA announces a new “FastPass” initiative to curb retail theft. Also, California’s newest city Mountain House in San Joaquin County. Finally, Friends of Sacramento Arts’ “Heroes of Arts Education Gala.”Yolo County DA’s New Approach to Retail Theft As the state of California continues to look for legislative ways to combat retail theft, many counties in the state are partnering up with law enforcement and retailers to send a message that thieves will be prosecuted. Yolo County

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Stockton Doctor Returns from Gaza | Palestinian...

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2024/03/11

A Stockton doctor returns from a two-week trip to Gaza offering emergency medical aid. Also, a Palestinian author and journalist visits Sacramento. Finally, observing Ramadan.Stockton Doctor Returns from Gaza A Stockton doctor born and raised in the West Bank has returned from Gaza, after spending two weeks leading a medical team to provide emergency aid to Palestinians trapped in a conflict between Israel and Hamas - as the death toll continues to climb and hundreds of thousands more are suffering

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School Board Races | Investigation into Deadly Police...

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2024/03/07

An update on the early results of school board races in the Sacramento region. Plus, an investigation into deadly police prone restraints across California. Finally, Sacramento’s Jewish Film Festival kicks off this weekend.School Board Races School board elections may be down-ballot races, but these bodies have significant power to shape their students’ educational experiences - and the community that surrounds these schools. CapRadio Education Reporter Srishti Prabha provides an update on the

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Initial California Primary Results

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2024/03/06

We’ll have an initial look at primary election results for statewide races - including Senate and Prop 1. Also, we’ll look at the results for Sacramento’s mayoral race and city council seats. Finally, a discussion on voter turnout and behavior. Sacramento City Races CapRadio Sacramento Government Reporter Kristin Lam updates the latest results for city races - including mayor, city council and Measure C. Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg weighs in on the mayoral race to replace him at the end of

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California Primary Day Election Coverage

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2024/03/05

Today is the California Primary. We will have a look at statewide and local races. Also, we’ll be joined by the California Voter Foundation for last minute tips. Finally, the Sacramento, Yolo and Placer County registrars join us. Statewide Elections CapRadio Politics Reporter Nicole Nixon and CalMatters Capitol Reporter Alexei Koseff give a statewide look at the California Primary. You can also follow CapRadio’s Voter Guide for Sacramento County. Calmatters also has a 2024 Voter Guide. Prop 1 and

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Snow Storm Update | Sacramento Mayoral Candidate...

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2024/03/04

An update on an extreme winter storm in the Sierra. Also, how Sacramento’s leading mayoral candidates would respond to homelessness and affordable housing. Finally, “Shaken Not Stirred” combines music and dance at The Sofia. Snow storm update Snow measured in feet, howling wind and blizzard conditions all led to road closures, power issues, and an overall wild weekend in the Sierra. We are getting updates from Dr. Andrew Schwarz, Lead Scientist and Manager at the UC Berkeley Central Sierra Snow

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Major Sierra Storm This Weekend | Sac Mayoral...

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2024/02/29

A major Sierra storm is forecast Thursday through the weekend. Also, Sacramento mayoral candidate - and former state senator - Dr. Richard Pan. Finally, CapRadio’s Interim GM steps down and discusses the public media station’s next steps.Major Sierra Storm This Weekend Snow, and lots of it, will be the headliner of this latest storm to smack Northern California and the Sierra starting today and through the weekend. Caltrans and the National Weather Service are advising drivers to avoid mountain

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