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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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Voters to Decide on Mental Health Funding | Investigation into CA Nursing Homes | CapRadio...

Voters to decide on Proposition 1 mental health funding. Investigation looks into nursing homes across the state. CapRadio's new podcast "This is What it Feels Like." Voters to Decide on Mental Health Funding California's decades-long struggle to find a solution to the mental health and homelessness crisis is taking a new turn. Governor Gavin Newsom is banking on a new, two-pronged approach to funding critical infrastructure to help people with serious and chronic mental health issues that can lead to or exacerbate homelessness. CalMatters Health reporter, Kristen Hwang joins us to examine the Governor's proposal, Proposition 1, which California residents will vote on in the March primary. Investigation into California Nursing Homes Elly Yu, Investigative reporter at LAist, shares her investigation which found that across the state, people with serious mental illness are living in nursing homes that experts say weren't meant to care for them. Some call it "warehousing" and say the practice might violate federal laws, with deadly consequences. Yu's investigation was a partnership with APM Research Lab, as well as The California Newsroom– which is a collaboration among public radio stations across the state. CapRadio's New Podcast 'This is What it Feels Like' Terra Lopez is the host of CapRadio's new podcast This Is What It Feels Like. In a world that feels more divided than ever, put yourself in the shoes of everyday people at the center of issues often overlooked or politicized by society. It's not simple. It's not black and white. This Is What It Feels Like. New episodes drop on Thursday.

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California in Republican National Spotlight | Psychedelics Bill Awaits Gov. Newsom Signatu...

Republican presidential debate and state GOP convention this week in California. Gov. Bill to legalize some psychedelics awaits Gov. Newsom's signature or veto. Exhibit explores Sacramento lowrider history and culture. California in Republican National Spotlight It's a busy and potentially pivotal week for Republican candidates in California. Tonight, it's the second Republican Presidential debate between the major candidates, minus frontrunner Donald Trump. Then, this weekend, California Republicans will gather for their annual convention in Anaheim. Los Angeles Times political reporter, Seema Mehta, joins us from the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, site of tonight's debate, with a look at who needs to perform well in California in order to take the state's delegates as well as some of the important down-ballot races that could reshape the House of Representatives. Psychedelics Bill Awaits Gov. Newsom Signature Gov. Newsom is weighing hundreds of bills passed by the State Legislature. One bill would decriminalize some hallucinogenic drugs like psilocybin, which is found in magic mushrooms. From Oregon to Colorado and Washington D.C. laws surrounding the use of psychedelics have been loosened, decriminalized, or even legalized in a supervised setting. And more conservative states like Texas and Utah are exploring the therapeutic benefits of psychedelics for disorders from PTSD, depression, anxiety, as well as addiction. Newsom hasn't indicated whether he will sign this bill into law, which comes with pushback from law enforcement groups. But California is already home to the first accredited university training therapists, doctors and nurses in the benefits of psychedelics, and how to use them safely. We are revisiting a conversation we had in January with Dr. Janis Phelps, Director of the Center for Psychedelic Therapy and Research at the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco, about the benefits of psychedelics in a supervised setting. Sacramento Exhibit on Lowrider History Lowrider culture is full of life, art, music and love. But for decades it was targeted by local communities as a nuisance and dangerous. A new exhibit at the Sacramento History Museum explores the long history of lowrider and cruising culture in California along with the discrimination associated with it. "Boulevard Dreams" is the largest exhibit yet at the museum and Executive Director Delta Pick Mello and Francine Mata with the Sacramento Lowrider Commission join us to explain what visitors will experience and the message behind the exhibit.

California in Republican National Spotlight | Psychedelics Bill Awaits Gov. Newsom Signatu...

New COVID Vaccine Lacks Outreach | Autobiography on Healing from Infant Surgery | Sacramen...

Why those greatest at risk may not get the new COVID vaccine. New book "Autobiography of a Sea Creature: Healing the Trauma of Infant Surgery." Sacramento Theatre Company's "Peter and the Starcatcher." New COVID Vaccine Lacks Outreach This month, the FDA approved a new COVID vaccine. And this latest vaccine is one the FDA hopes will be updated annually, just like the flu shot. The problem is that those getting vaccinated have waned. According to the CDC, while roughly 70% of those 5 years and older in the U.S. completed the original vaccine, that dropped to 17% for the bivalent shot in 2022. And there is concern that a majority of people will skip this latest COVID vaccine, especially those who need it the most. Science journalist Amy Maxmen shares her reporting on the new COVID vaccine, and why those at greatest risk may not get it. Autobiography on Healing from Infant Surgery Up until 1986, it was believed infants weren't developed enough to feel or remember pain, and it was common practice to perform neonatal surgery without anesthesia. But the medical community was gravely wrong, and reversed course in 1987. Although unable to speak at the time, or consciously remember, there is growing awareness that trauma within the body can have a profound impact on your life. Wendy Williams has lived that journey and discusses her new book "Autobiography of a Sea Creature: Healing the Trauma of Infant Surgery." Sacramento Theatre Company 'Peter and the Starcatcher' The Sacramento Theatre Company is opening its season with a youth production of "Peter and the Starcatcher." This production is the precursor to Peter Pan and Captain Hook and is performed by students from 4th grade through high school. Joining Insight are 11th grade actor Asher Wilson, Director William Schmidt and Miranda Lawson, Education Manager at the Sacramento Theatre Company.

New COVID Vaccine Lacks Outreach | Autobiography on Healing from Infant Surgery | Sacramen...

Farm-to-Fork Festival Street Fair | 'The Beatles Guitar Project Rock Orchestra' | Sacramen...

Farm to Fork Festival is being held this weekend at Capitol Mall. "The Beatles Guitar Project Rock Orchestra" performs at the Crest Theater on Sunday. Sacramento students will perform at the Monterey Jazz Festival this weekend. Farm to Fork Festival Street Fair The final and biggest event of Sacramento's Farm-to-Fork Festival is happening this weekend with the annual street fair on Capitol Mall. It features an impressive line-up of chefs, food demonstrations and concerts as well as some new features. Mike Testa, President and CEO of Visit Sacramento joins us to fill us in on all of the details along with Co-owners of the Sugar Sweetery, Justine and Candice Cabanilla, who will share their Farm-to-Fork journey from their perspective as minority, women and LGBTQ business owners. "The Beatles Guitar Project Rock Orchestra" It could go down as one of the coolest musical collaborations in Sacramento. It's called "The Beatles Guitar Project Rock Orchestra" ... a mix of rock orchestra, set to some of the Beatles' most iconic hits and it's all happening this Saturday at the Crest Theater. Aside from the music, the performance benefits music education right here in Sacramento. CapRadio's midday classical host, Jennifer Reason, is one of the performers in Saturday's extravaganza and she will be joined on Insight by Benjamin McClara, music director of the "The Beatles Guitar Project Rock Orchestra." Sacramento Musicians at Monterey Jazz Festival The 66th Monterey Jazz Festival is this weekend. Each year the festival also features several student bands, like the Next Generation Women in Jazz Combo, which was created in 2019 to feature top high school women jazz players from across the country. Only six students get in, and this year two of them happen to be from Sacramento. CapRadio's Excellence in Jazz host Avery Jeffry recently sat down with the two students, Paloma Cobbs-Silva and Salome Ospina, to discuss their journey to Monterey. In Sacramento, you can hear Paloma Cobbs-Silva on October 20th at Twin Lotus Thai and Salome Ospina in the upcoming season of the Camellia Symphony. Both students were involved in the "Teagarden Jazz Camp" with the Sacramento Jazz Education Foundation.

Farm-to-Fork Festival Street Fair | 'The Beatles Guitar Project Rock Orchestra' | Sacramen...

Sacramento County Sues City Over Homeless Response | 'Single Mom Strong' | Women's Empower...

The Sacramento County DA sues the city over homelessness enforcement. "Single Mom Strong" helps women navigate the ups and downs of single parenting. Nonprofit "Women's Empowerment" celebrates its graduating class of women and children lifted out of homelessness. Sacramento County Sues City Over Homeless Response Sacramento County District Attorney Thien Ho explains why his office is suing the city of Sacramento over its enforcement of homelessness. In response, city officials called Ho's lawsuit "a distraction" from the work needed to solve homelessness and vowed to defend their record in court. CapRadio also reached out to Mayor Darrell Steinberg. He is out of the country touring prison reform on behalf of the governor. 'Single Mom Strong' is an organization helping women in Sacramento County navigate the ups and downs of single parenting. From preschool and childcare to job training and socials, Single Moms Strong has been serving the community since 2016. Now, the nonprofit organization has launched several new and free services to help single moms in Sacramento. Founding Executive Director, Tara Taylor and client, Megan Giglini, join us to talk about the unique challenges single moms face and how the new services can help. Women's Empowerment Transformation Gala , Executive Director of Women's Empowerment, a nonprofit focused on providing women experiencing homelessness the skills necessary to get a job, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and regain a home for themselves and their children. They are having their annual Transformation Gala on Thursday, Sept. 21, and are looking for people to sponsor the cost of the ticket for this year's graduates.

Sacramento County Sues City Over Homeless Response | 'Single Mom Strong' | Women's Empower...

Tuition to Increase Across CSU Campuses | Rise of Girls' Flag Football | Celebrating Cente...

Tuition will increase next year across Cal State campuses. The rise of girls' flag football at high schools. Celebrating the journeys of centenarians — anyone over 100 years old — in the Sacramento region. CSU tuition increase Starting next year, it will cost more to attend a Cal State university. CSU Trustees approved a 6% tuition increase each year, over the next five years. By the time it's Fall 2028, that amounts to a nearly $2,000 increase in tuition, and came with opposition from students and faculty across the state. There are 23 Cal State campuses, and on its homepage it prides itself as "the nation's most diverse four-year university – ethnically, economically and academically" adding that "students graduate with less (or no) debt." CapRadio Reporter Janelle Salanga explains the upcoming tuition increase and how the Cal State system got to this point. Girls' flag football Girls' flag football. It's the buzz on high school campuses all over California these days. The newly-sanctioned sport has become so popular so quickly, that coaches have more girls signing up than they have room for on their teams. On Insight, we'll explore the explosive growth of girls flag football with Will DeBoard, Assistant Commissioner with the CIF Sac-Joaquin Section and Varsity Flag Football Coach, Melissa Triebwasser, of Sacramento's St. Francis High School and learn how the game is similar yet also very different from the boys version. We'll also find out why it means so much to the players and their coaches to be able to take the field in this historically male-dominated sport. Celebrating Carmichael's centenarians The fountain of youth may be found in Carmichael. The Eskaton Village is throwing a big celebration this week in honor of the more than 50 centenarians that live across its various communities. But you don't need to live there to celebrate. Nicole Zamora, Director of Fund Development at Eskaton, and centenarian Marian Stonesifer joins us to talk about this Friday's event, plus get some real-life advice on how to live a long and healthy life.

Tuition to Increase Across CSU Campuses | Rise of Girls' Flag Football | Celebrating Cente...

CA Legislative Session Recap | Gorman Museum of Native American Art | Stockton Symphony's ...

As the California legislative session ends, which bills have a pathway to be signed into law? The Gorman Museum of Native American Art major expansion. Stockton Symphony kicks off the upcoming season with new leadership. California Legislative Session Recap Roughly 2,600 bills were introduced at the State Capitol this year. Over the months, they have filtered their way through amendments and committees, in pursuit of being passed and heading to the governor's desk to be signed into law. The finish line has come and passed. CapRadio Politics Reporter Nicole Nixon joins us with a recap of the legislative session, which ended on Thursday, sharing some of the most notable bills passed by the legislature and their likelihood of being signed by Gov. Newsom. Gorman Museum of Native American Art UC Davis' Gorman Museum of Native American Art is expanding, big time. This week, the museum opens in its new location on campus, with new exhibits and features. The new gallery is four times the size of the former site and is still one of only a small handful of museums focused on contemporary Native American art. Museum director and professor in the Department of Native American Studies, Hulleah Tsinhnahjinnie, and curator Veronica Passalacqua for a virtual tour of the new and improved museum and we'll learn more about some of the artwork inside and outside the new venue. Stockton Symphony's New Chapter The Stockton Symphony is entering its 97th season, the third-oldest continuously operating professional orchestra in California. And the 2023-2024 season is starting a new chapter. Earlier this year, the symphony's CEO Philip West unexpectedly passed away. In the months since, West's contribution was honored in performances. And this season begins with new leadership. Music Director and Conductor Peter Jaffe joins Insight to introduce the new CEO Scott Watkins, as well as provide a preview of their season opener which kicks off Saturday Sept. 23.

CA Legislative Session Recap | Gorman Museum of Native American Art | Stockton Symphony's ...

Northern California Housing Market | Sacramento Jail Deaths Investigation | Jazzing Up Loc...

Tapping into the Northern California real estate market. Investigation into the rise of medical deaths at Sacramento County Jail. Music movement boosts the local jazz scene. Northern California Housing Market Thinking of buying or selling a home? With interest rates sky-high these days, you might be thinking twice. But the numbers tell a very different story, especially here in the Sacramento area. While the market has slowed considerably, homes are selling and buyers are buying and it is very different from years past. Real estate expert and appraiser Ryan Lundquist joins us for a look at the market in the greater Sacramento area including what's selling, what's not and where. Sacramento Jail Deaths Investigation An investigation found that medical-related deaths among people incarcerated in Sacramento County have been on the rise in recent years, a total of 25 from the start of 2021. And all but one have been at the main downtown jail. But unlike homicides and suicides, medical deaths typically lack any independent oversight. Sacramento Bee reporter Theresa Clift joins Insight to share her reporting which examines the six recent deaths that have happened so far this year, including the toll it has on loved ones who are dissatisfied with answers about the circumstances leading up to their death. Jazzing Up Local Music Scene Live jazz and music of all kinds has become harder to find and enjoy in Sacramento. Now, the Mayor wants to revive Sacramento's music scene and turn it into the music capital of the West, but some venues are already leading the charge. Today on Insight, journalist Cathy Cassinos shares her report on Sacramento's jazz scene and how some businesses are making space for live music by turning their venues into live performance destinations. Plus, local musician and entrepreneur, Joseph Gilman discusses why he felt compelled to add live music to his restaurant's offerings.

Northern California Housing Market | Sacramento Jail Deaths Investigation | Jazzing Up Loc...

Conversation with Governor Gavin Newsom | Del Paso Heights Nonprofit Seeks to Reverse Grow...

POLITICO hosts an evening with Gov. Gavin Newsom. A Del Paso Heights nonprofit seeks to reverse the growing fentanyl crisis. How this year's "Big Melt" has been a game-changer for the Feather River. Conversation with Gov. Newsom Gov. Gavin Newsom has become one of the loudest and spirited voices for the Democratic Party. And on a national stage, Newsom has seared his ideological and political differences with Republican governors. But a one-on-one sit down about issues facing Californians is difficult to come by. At the California Museum, Newsom took part in an interview about all things politics in the Golden State. POLITICO California Bureau Chief Christopher Cadelago discusses his live conversation with Gov. Newsom in Sacramento. Del Paso Heights Nonprofit Seeks to Reverse Growing Fentanyl Crisis As the number of fentanyl-related overdoses skyrockets in Sacramento County, staff and volunteers who perform outreach with the unhoused community are digging deeper to get to the root of the drug epidemic. CapRadio's Health Care reporter, Kate Wolffe, joins us on Insight today to talk about some simple, yet powerful questions they are asking to shed light on what may have led to their drug use and get them the mental health help they need. Feather River's Big Melt' California's Feather River may not be one of the more well-known, but its importance to the overall health of the state is immeasurable. This past rain and snow season proved to be a game-changer for just about everything the river impacts, including recreation, farming, hydroelectric production and the state's salmon population. Joining us on Insight are San Francisco Chronicle Natural Resources reporter, Kurtis Alexander and Photographer and Multimedia Producer, Carlos Avila Gonzalez, who recently reported on how this year's "Big Melt" has been a game-changer for the Feather River. You can read and experience their reporting here.

Conversation with Governor Gavin Newsom | Del Paso Heights Nonprofit Seeks to Reverse Grow...

Micro Apartments in Sacramento | Pulitzer Prize Winning Cartoonist Darrin Bell's Graphic M...

Sacramento turns to 'micro apartments' to ease the affordable housing crunch. Pulitzer Prize winning cartoonist Darrin Bell's graphic memoir "The Talk." California Capital Airshow at Mather Airport. Micro Apartments in Sacramento Finding an affordable apartment in California can be financially painful. The average statewide rent for a studio apartment is around $1,800 a month, according to Zillow. In Sacramento, the average rent for a studio runs roughly $1,400 a month. But even smaller units are taking shape around the state capital. Micro apartments have become more common in large cities like San Francisco. But they are also popping up in Sacramento, as a more affordable tool to curb a housing shortage that is driving up rent. CapRadio Reporter Chris Nichols covers housing affordability and got a look at micro apartments, as well as the challenges this type of housing is running up against. Pulitzer Prize Winning Cartoonist Darrin Bell's Graphic Memoir Pulitzer Prize winning cartoonist Darrin Bell is turning to his youth for his new graphic memoir "The Talk." Bell grew up in Los Angeles in the '80s and '90s to a white mother and Black father, and through vulnerable illustrations he shares personal experiences that shaped his understanding of race and racism throughout his life, culminating into fatherhood and whether he and his son are ready to have "the talk." Bell joins Insight ahead of his event at Crocker Art Museum on Thursday, Sept. 14 at 6 p.m. California Capital Airshow The California Capital Airshow roars into Mather Airport next weekend with some of the world's most incredible aircraft and pilots. Angela Terry, Director of Operations for the Airshow, joins us to talk about some of the returning attractions in the air and on the ground. We will also learn about what's new at the airshow, including an area called "The Hangar Chalet" as well as a free kick-off event that is open to all.

Micro Apartments in Sacramento | Pulitzer Prize Winning Cartoonist Darrin Bell's Graphic M...

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