Sarit Laschinsky

5 days ago | ijpr.org | Sarit Laschinsky |Chris Nichols

California’s wildfire season is now nearly a year-round danger, as was seen by the devastating, fast-moving fires that swept through the Los Angeles area in January. Fueled by the effects of climate change, wildfires across the state are also growing larger and more unpredictable, and impacting the lives of more Californians. Earlier this year Cal Fire — the state’s firefighting agency — released an updated set of fire hazard maps, the first in almost 15 years.

5 days ago | capradio.org | Chris Nichols |Sarit Laschinsky

California’s wildfire season is now nearly a year-round danger, as was seen by the devastating, fast-moving fires that swept through the Los Angeles area in January. Fueled by the effects of climate change, wildfires across the state are also growing larger and more unpredictable, and impacting the lives of more Californians. Earlier this year Cal Fire — the state’s firefighting agency — released an updated set of fire hazard maps, the first in almost 15 years.

1 week ago | capradio.org | Vicki Gonzalez |Sarit Laschinsky

On April 30, 1975, the Vietnam War ended after North Vietnamese forces captured the South Vietnamese capital of Saigon. In the final stages of the conflict, the United States evacuated thousands of Vietnamese orphans, some of whom were born to foreign servicemen, during Operation Babylift. The children aboard these flights were adopted by families in the U.S., Europe, Canada and Australia, while others remained behind.

2 weeks ago | capradio.org | Sarit Laschinsky |Vicki Gonzalez

For centuries, the California condor was a prevalent species across North America. The large scavengers, which feature a nearly 10-foot wingspan, could be found from Florida and New York to the redwood forests of Northern California, breaking down the remains of elk, deer, bears and other large animals.However, the condor was driven to near-extinction as the continent was settled, disappearing from most of their habitats. By 1982, the total population stood at just 22 birds.

4 weeks ago | capradio.org | Vicki Gonzalez |Sarit Laschinsky

Over two decades ago, tucked in the rural heart of Yolo County’s Capay Valley, the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation embarked on a new endeavor to protect its citizens and the surrounding region. In 2004 the Yocha Dehe Fire Department was founded, and today stands as a 36-member organization providing a range of internationally-recognized fire, first aid and rescue services. Fire Chief Shawn Kinney first joined the Yocha Dehe Fire Department in 2015, and has led the agency since 2023.