Vicki Gonzalez

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.

2 weeks ago | kut.org | David Brown |Megan Larson |Vicki Gonzalez

The 100 days marker for presidential administrations is really nothing more than that: A marker. The benchmark was established during Franklin D. Roosevelt’s first term because he got a lot done in those first few months as president. His moves in a relatively short amount of time — helped by a Congress controlled by Democrats — has since defined a period where presidents are expected to show what they are initially accomplishing in the job. Now it’s Trump’s turn, again.

2 weeks ago | capradio.org | Sally Longenecker |Vicki Gonzalez

Sacramento has a ton of epic murals. The city’s Wide Open Walls festival, which began in 2017, brought artists including the famous Shepard Fairy, to create works like the towering Johnny Cash mural. The event featured walking tours of neighborhoods and events that celebrated local artists. Today, the picture is much different. The city is not actively engaging in any mural projects, according to Donald Gensler, the city’s Art in Public Places Manager.

4 weeks ago | capradio.org | Vicki Gonzalez |Greg Micek

By Vicki Gonzalez and Greg MicekThe Crocker Art Museum is the oldest public art museum west of the Mississippi and is entering a new chapter in its history. The Sacramento institution recently announced a leadership change following the retirement of longtime Director and CEO Lial Jones. This summer Agustín Arteaga, Ph.D., will step into the position of Mort and Marcy Friedman Director & CEO. Arteaga is known for his leadership at the Dallas Museum of Art and other institutions around the world.