Chris Felts

Sacramento

MidDay News Anchor / Producer at KXJZ-FM (Sacramento, CA)

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‘No Kings’ rallies draw thousands across Sacramento and surrounding counties

1 week ago | capradio.org | Vicki Gonzalez |Chris Felts |Gerardo Zavala |Greg Micek

From the state Capitol to city halls, shopping centers and highway overpasses, thousands of people took part in “No Kings” rallies Saturday across Sacramento and surrounding counties. According to its website, “No Kings” is a nationwide day of defiance against the Trump administration. It was planned on Saturday to align with Washington D.C.'s largest military parade in decades to celebrate the U.S. army’s 250th anniversary. It’s also Trump’s 79th birthday and Flag Day.
California lawmakers propose bill to extend California’s 'last call' to 4 a.m.

2 months ago | capradio.org | Chris Felts

California lawmakers are proposing a bill that would allow local governments to create hospitality zones allowing bars and restaurants to stay open until 4 a.m. starting January 1st, 2026. The Intuit Dome, the new $2 billion home of the Los Angeles Clippers which opened in August, is currently the only alcohol serving venue in the state able to stay open past 2 a.m after Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill last year allowing the exemption.
Athletics Opening Day in Sacramento: Excitement meets disappointment

2 months ago | capradio.org | Keyshawn Davis |Chris Felts

For the first time ever, a major league baseball game was played in West Sacramento. Thousands of fans flocked to Sutter Health Park to watch the Athletics’ first “home” game against the Chicago Cubs Monday night. The occasion unfortunately ended in a brutal loss for the Athletics in their new temporary home. The Athletics, formerly from Oakland, will play in West Sacramento for the next three seasons until their new stadium is finished in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Sacramento Republic FC’s Fan Fest brings excitement for new season, stadium

Feb 24, 2025 | capradio.org | Chris Felts |Sarit Laschinsky

New season, big changesThis year’s Fan Fest came amid a series of big changes for Sacramento Republic. The team played its first game under new head coach Neill Collins, who joined the “Indomitable Club” late last year after Sacramento parted ways with longtime coach Mark Briggs. In November it was announced that Republic FC has a new majority owner–Wilton Rancheria, the first Tribe to hold majority ownership in a men’s professional sports franchise.
Sacramento Chef enters Gordon Ramsay’s ‘Hell’s Kitchen’

Sep 24, 2024 | capradio.org | Chris Felts

Entering Gordon Ramsay’s “Hell’s Kitchen” isn't for the faint of heart. Known for showcasing the anxiety and intensity that comes with running a professional kitchen, Fox’s reality TV cooking competition instantly conjures up images of host and Michelin star chef, Gordon Ramsay, berating contestants as they attempt to complete a dinner service. Now, Ramsay’s infamous ire has turned to Sacramento native Anthony Vo, executive chef for Sonrisa Senior Living in Roseville.
Evacuation orders expand in response to El Dorado County's Crozier Fire

Aug 7, 2024 | capradio.org | Chris Felts |Claire Morgan

Updated Aug. 8, 10:53 a.m.A wildfire burning in El Dorado County has expanded evacuation orders for several communities northeast of Placerville. Cal Fire says the Crozier Fire, which started Wednesday morning northwest of Slate Mountain, has burned 706 acres and is 5% contained. The cause is under investigation.
Crozier Fire prompts evacuation orders, warnings in El Dorado County

Aug 7, 2024 | capradio.org | Chris Felts |Claire Morgan

A wildfire burning in El Dorado County has prompted evacuation orders for several communities northeast of Placerville. Cal Fire says the Crozier Fire, which started Wednesday morning northwest of Slate Mountain, has burned 182 acres and is 5% contained. Previous Cal Fire updates said the fire reached 245 acres. The cause is under investigation. Evacuation orders have been issued for the Mosquito and Swansboro communities.
Oakland A’s fans protest move to Sacramento at River Cats game

Apr 29, 2024 | capradio.org | Chris Felts

Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin. Oakland Athletics fans flocked to Sutter Health Park for a Sacramento River Cats game on Saturday to make their voices heard about the team’s move to Las Vegas. Hundreds of fans could be seen draped in green T-shirts and flags that said only one word: “SELL” and chanting “Sell the team” as the fifth inning came around. The River Cats are the AAA minor league team of the San Francisco Giants.
SZA to headline Sacramento’s Sol Blume Festival (plus see the rest of the 3-day lineup)

Feb 2, 2024 | capradio.org | Chris Felts

Annual Sacramento R&B festival Sol Blume announced both its 2024 artist lineup this week and that it would be expanding from two to three days this year. Last year’s iteration of the event focused on non-male acts, featuring Ella Mai and Jessie Reyez. This year, performers include Grammy winner SZA, KAYTRAMINÉ (artists KAYTRANADA and Aminé performing as a duo), Snoh Aalegra and Sacramento’s own Nate Curry. Sol Blume 2024 🦋passes on sale monday, february 5th at 10am pt.

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