KXJZ-FM (Sacramento, CA)

KXJZ (90.9 FM), also known as Capital Public Radio, is a public radio station located in Sacramento, California. The station broadcasts content from National Public Radio (NPR) alongside other public radio creators and distributors. Additionally, it features locally made news and public affairs shows. For classical music lovers, KXJZ provides a 24-hour, commercial-free classical music channel on its HD2 subcarrier.

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#197731

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#49416

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‘I just want my money back’: Sol Blume Festival remains silent on 2025 plans

3 days ago | capradio.org | Keyshawn Davis

Will your soul blossom at Sol Blume this year? No one knows. It’s been a whole year since Sacramento’s independent hip-hop and R&B festival, Sol Blume, announced they’ll be postponing the festival until August 15-17, 2025, due to significant site damage and safety concerns at Discovery Park. The festival was slated to take place from May 3 to 5, 2024, and was the second consecutive year it had to be canceled due to unsafe conditions from flooding at Discovery Park.
Fresh Air: Midtown Parks to return with free summer wellness activities

6 days ago | capradio.org | Keyshawn Davis

A summer of mental health and wellness activities for free is almost upon us in the City of Trees. The Midtown Association has announced a new season of Fresh Air: Midtown Parks, a series offering free health and wellness activations. The activities will be held across five Midtown parks every weekday from May through September. Fresh Air: Midtown Parks offers a wide range of fitness classes that include sound meditation, running classes, yoga and for the first time this year, dance.
California sues Trump administration over tariffs as some farmers worry about higher costs

1 week ago | capradio.org | Megan Myscofski

Christine Gemperle grows almonds with her brother on their farm in Turlock. She’s concerned federal tariffs will lead to higher costs that their business can’t weather. “Will we be able to access what we need to grow our crops? And if so, will we even be able to afford it?” Gemperle said at a press conference held on her family farm with Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta.
In GOP-led Folsom, Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez draw thousands to rally

1 week ago | capradio.org | Tony Rodriguez

An estimated 26,000 people filled the track field at Folsom Lake College on Tuesday as Independent Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont and Democratic Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez rallied against corporate power in one of California’s reddest districts.
Agustín Arteaga prepares to lead the Crocker Art Museum into a new era

1 week 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.
‘They wanted to be the best:’ How the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation built a premier fire department

1 week 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.
Sacramento court's expanded hours may help many, but not everyone has equal access

1 week ago | capradio.org | Gerardo Zavala

The Sacramento Superior Court launched an 18-month pilot program at the Carol Miller Justice Center that will adjust its operating hours to open an hour earlier and close an hour later — 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Monday through Thursday. The expanded hours are meant to increase accessibility for people needing to address traffic, small claims and unlawful detainer cases without needing to take time off work, school or other daily obligations.
Lawmakers expedite over $170 million in fire prevention funds

1 week ago | capradio.org | Megan Myscofski |Paul Kitagaki Jr.

Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill Monday that puts over $170 million into wildfire prevention and response work. The funds are going to six conservancies across California, including in the Los Angeles area and the Sierra Nevada. “With this latest round of funding, we’re continuing to increase the speed and size of forest and vegetation management essential to protecting communities,” Newsom said in a statement.
Shooting in Davis leaves 3 injured

1 week ago | capradio.org | Manola Secaira |Andrew Nixon

A shooting in Davis Saturday afternoon left two teenagers and a 24-year-old injured. A spokesperson with the Davis Police Department said the people who were shot are currently in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries. The shooting happened on the day of UC Davis’s annual Picnic Day. The official festivities occur on the university’s campus with unofficial events occurring throughout Davis, and attract thousands of students and community members.
Sacramento State president discusses new era of men’s football, basketball

1 week ago | capradio.org | Vicki Gonzalez |Keyshawn Davis

It’s the dawn of a new era for Sacramento State athletics. After disappointing seasons in men’s basketball and football, the school hired new head coaches. Former Sacramento Kings legend Mike Bibby was recently hired as the next men’s basketball head coach. In December, the school hired Brennan Marion, a former offensive coordinator from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, after former head coach Andy Thompson resigned.