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Creativity in the Capital: Aaron Carnes and Mendes on underground music scenes and DIY movements to self-discovery
Writer Aaron Carnes fights for the music he believes in. It’s a very niche genre and a necessary fight. His tactics come in the form of his book and podcast called “In Defense of Ska.” The book explores the history of ska as it travels from its roots in Jamaica to the United Kingdom, to the States and explores where it has gone and will go next.
Sacramento Metro Fire gains new helicopter as fire season ramps up
SACRAMENTO — The Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District has a new firefighting tool. It's known as Metro Copter 3 and can drop 364 gallons of water on wildland fires.Its hoist can also be used on search and rescue missions."We've used that hoist around Sacramento County several times when people are stuck in precarious spots," Metro Fire pilot Bryce Mitchell said.Metro Fire is the only Northern California department to have its own water-dropping helicopters. They have had two Hueys in use for a number of years."We're already having a very busy start to this fire season," Mitchell said.They were also used extensively...
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators disrupt California Assembly session
SACRAMENTO — A group of pro-Palestinian demonstrators disrupted a session in the California Assembly chamber Wednesday evening.It happened at around 7 p.m. Assembly members took a recess when this occurred and when lawmakers returned to the chamber, the protest continued.Despite the session being disrupted, the session was able to continue until it was adjourned.Video taken inside the capitol shows demonstrators on a second-floor balcony chanting "Free, free Palestine." BBanners held over the balcony read "California #1 state sponsor of genocide" and "Rafah tent massacre," which points to the dozens of Palestinians, including displaced people living in tents, who were killed in an Israeli airstrike in May.On Tuesday, CBS News reported that at least nine people were killed by an overnight Israeli strike in Khan Younis after Palestinians were ordered by the Israeli army to flee the southern Gaza city.In mid-June, the Israeli military said it experienced the deadliest attack on its forces in months when eight soldiers were killed in an explosion in southern Gaza.The conflict in Gaza has been ongoing since October 2023.Security guards at the California Capitol in Sacramento escorted the demonstrators out after the session had ended. No arrests were announced.
'We need you back home' | Sacramento mother plead for missing daughter to come back home
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A concerned Sacramento mother is pleading for help to find her 14-year-old daughter. She hasn’t been seen since Mother’s Day. “It scares me because any time I watch the news, and they say they find a body, I don’t know if that’s my daughter,” said Kayla Green.
Sacramento Man Suspected of Defrauding Novato Unified School District
NOVATO — Marin County Sheriff’s Office detectives arrested a man suspected of defrauding the Novato Unified School District. Checks originally intended to pay school vendors were stolen from the school district, and fraudulently deposited. Kevonte Keosodsay, 22, of Sacramento, became the subject of a fraud and theft investigation....
Open, closed on July 4th | Here's what grocery stores are open for the holiday
SACRAMENTO, Calif — If you forgot something for the Fourth of July barbecue, don't worry. There's still time to head to the grocery store. While some stores in the area might have changes in their hours, others might not be open at the times you're used to. Whether you...
Mitchell thanks Kings fans, Sacramento in heartfelt post after trade
Former lottery pick Davion Mitchell was a solid role player during his three-year run in Sacramento, before being traded on June 27 to the Toronto Raptors. The 25-year-old guard served as a key defensive stopper for the Kings, and though his role diminished after a strong rookie season, he's thankful for the experience in Sactown.
California Diversity Awards Celebrates Achievements and Highlight Growth of Diverse Small Businesses
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... (CBM) The California African American Chamber of Commerce, the CalAsian Chamber of Commerce and Hispanic Chambers of Commerce hosted their third Annual Diversity Awards on June 27 in Sacramento. The awards luncheon celebrated corporate, legislative, and business leaders who are champions of small diverse...
Acting Governor Mike McGuire signs legislation
SACRAMENTO – Acting Governor Mike McGuire today signed the following bills:. AB 247 by Assemblymember Al Muratsuchi (D-Torrance) – Education finance: school facilities: Kindergarten Through Grade 12 Schools and Local Community College Public Education Facilities Modernization, Repair, and Safety Bond Act of 2024. AB 440 by Assemblymember Gail...
Multi-vehicle crash reported on Highway 50 in Sacramento
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A multi-vehicle crash was reported on eastbound Highway 50 near 15th Street in Sacramento on Wednesday afternoon. Crews responded to reports of the crash involving three vehicles around 6:25 p.m. The crash was reported to be blocking at least one eastbound highway lane as of 6:37...
Faith-based nonprofit helps young people build self-confidence
A woman who experienced bullying as a middle school student has spent the last 22 years giving young people a safe place to belong and grow.Shelene Huey-Booker knows how to lift the spirits and voices of young people."I wanted to use my passions at that point to show others they're seen, they're known, they're heard," she said.The good vibes she shares today are actually borne out of a traumatic experience back in middle school."I was severely bullied by a particular young lady that made signs of a pig and put that on my chair. I was known by peers as...
6 injured, including 3 children, in Sacramento County crash
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Six people were injured including three children after a crash on Florin Road Wednesday, according to the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District. Crews responded to the crash on Florin Road between Excelsior and Eagles Nest roads just after 4:30 p.m. The fire district said a total of...
Video: Tony Jones: Kings and Warriors have “tangible offers on the table” for Lauri Markkanen
Kevin “Whitey” Gleason and Kyle Draper, play-by-play broadcaster for the Sacramento Kings, present another Wednesday edition of The Drive Guys on Sactown Sports 1140. Joined by Tony Jones, Utah Jazz beat reporter for The Athletic, the guys dive into the recent rumors and reporting surrounding All-Star forward Lauri Markkanen.
Kings, Warriors to play for trophy named after former player in the California Classic
(KTXL) — The Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors will be playing for a trophy at this year’s California Classic. The two teams unveiled the Mitch Richmond California Classic Trophy on Wednesday, which will be awarded annually to the winner of the Summer League matchup between the Kings and Warriors.•Video Above: Kings draft pick Devin […]
Ban on schools’ gender notification policies heads to Newsom. Will he sign it?
CALIFORNIA, USA — The battle over trans rights has mostly played out at school boards, but is now erupting in Sacramento as lawmakers seek to limit local authority on the issue. Following a raucous, emotional hearing last week in the Assembly, legislators sent a bill, AB 1955, to Gov....
Thompson Fire North of Sacramento, CA prompts Evacuations
A state of emergency has been declared in Butte County, CA due to the Thompson Fire which has burned nearly 3,550 acres and is at 0% containment Wednesday. The cause of the fire is under investigation as of Wednesday after it began midmorning on Tuesday, July 2nd. Over 1400 firefighters are battling the blaze, the 3rd largest in California currently.
Baker’s next move: Former assemblymember tapped to lead UC Student and Policy Center
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The public service career path for Catharine Baker is taking another interesting turn starting on Monday. The longtime lawyer and former member of the State Assembly, who is wrapping up her term on the Fair Political Practices Commission this year, has been hired as the director of the University of California Student and Policy Center in Sacramento.
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