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As of 2019, California has an estimate of over 150,000 people experiencing homelessness which is a 17% increase since 2018. As CalMatters states, “California's homeless population is far more visible than most places with 1 in 4 homeless Americans living in...
In this week's episode of Access on Air, reporters Julia Sidley, Julian DeLeonardis, Romeo Morales, and Luis Rua discuss the stories they have been working on....
On Wednesday morning, Fremont Tesla factory workers reported in for work in an acknowledged violation of the Alameda County shelter-in-place order. CEO Elon Musk noted that he would be on the floor of the factory as well and asked that only he be arrested should...
Sacramento State and the Los Rios community college district plan to move fully online for the upcoming fall semester. This is going to be the reality for many colleges for the upcoming fall semester. “Quite honestly I feel torn. I think that the safety and...
Though not a formal cure for COVID-19, a new drug called remdesivir could be a promising new treatment for the virus, as a recent clinical trial has indicated. In the study, over 1000 participants were randomly given either remdesivir or a drug they were told...
The 2020 census has arrived and it is incredibly important that you or a family member fills it out. Sac Youth In Action is an organization that is dedicated to youth empowerment and informing people about the 2020 census. “The census is so, so, so important....
The continuation of school for students through technology has given many the opportunity to explore and experience the responsibility of using such given devices. Google recently donated 4,000 Chromebooks to assist students with distance learning. Because many...
As the capital of California, Sacramento has always been a hub of social activism and political advocacy. Activism in Sacramento now has changed drastically since the issuance of the city’s shelter-in-place order. While people cannot hold large in-person actions,...
During the last week of April, at the California State University (CSU) and University of California (UC) are being sued by the students demanding refunds of campus fees as the pandemic has left many schools and education systems closed to find alternative means of...
Despite the continued rise in COVID-19 cases across the state, Governor Newsom has announced the re-opening of businesses in California as early as Friday on the basis of factors such as the state's capacity for testing, the level of stability with regards to...
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Sacramento State and the Los Rios community college district plan to move fully online for the upcoming fall semester. This is going to be the reality for many colleges for the upcoming fall semester. “Quite honestly I feel torn. I think that the safety and...
Music is such a vital part of our lives. The people who create music have not been untouched by the effects of COVID-19. This week Ray Tatar meets up Musician Rachel Freud and Event Coordinator from The Library of MusicLandria to talk about the effects the Coronavirus...
Though not a formal cure for COVID-19, a new drug called remdesivir could be a promising new treatment for the virus, as a recent clinical trial has indicated. In the study, over 1000 participants were randomly given either remdesivir or a drug they were told...
The 2020 census has arrived and it is incredibly important that you or a family member fills it out. Sac Youth In Action is an organization that is dedicated to youth empowerment and informing people about the 2020 census. “The census is so, so, so important....
The continuation of school for students through technology has given many the opportunity to explore and experience the responsibility of using such given devices. Google recently donated 4,000 Chromebooks to assist students with distance learning. Because many...
As the capital of California, Sacramento has always been a hub of social activism and political advocacy. Activism in Sacramento now has changed drastically since the issuance of the city’s shelter-in-place order. While people cannot hold large in-person actions,...
This week Ray Tatar meets up with Kerin Gould from Produce with a Purpose. Kerin will be cooking up a delicious healthy dish that you can create in your own home. Produce with a Purpose helps educate people about fresh produce and its disease-fighting and preventative...
During the last week of April, at the California State University (CSU) and University of California (UC) are being sued by the students demanding refunds of campus fees as the pandemic has left many schools and education systems closed to find alternative means of...
In this episode of Access on Air, host Luis Rua and the other neighborhood news correspondent’s discuss the plot of the movie Snow Piercer. You can now find the Access on Air Podcast on the Anchor App, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Spotify....
Despite the continued rise in COVID-19 cases across the state, Governor Newsom has announced the re-opening of businesses in California as early as Friday on the basis of factors such as the state's capacity for testing, the level of stability with regards to...
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Though not a formal cure for COVID-19, a new drug called remdesivir could be a promising new treatment for the virus, as a recent clinical trial has indicated. In the study, over 1000 participants were randomly given either remdesivir or a drug they were told...
The 2020 census has arrived and it is incredibly important that you or a family member fills it out. Sac Youth In Action is an organization that is dedicated to youth empowerment and informing people about the 2020 census. “The census is so, so, so important....
The continuation of school for students through technology has given many the opportunity to explore and experience the responsibility of using such given devices. Google recently donated 4,000 Chromebooks to assist students with distance learning. Because many...
As the capital of California, Sacramento has always been a hub of social activism and political advocacy. Activism in Sacramento now has changed drastically since the issuance of the city’s shelter-in-place order. While people cannot hold large in-person actions,...
During the last week of April, at the California State University (CSU) and University of California (UC) are being sued by the students demanding refunds of campus fees as the pandemic has left many schools and education systems closed to find alternative means of...
In this episode of Access on Air, host Luis Rua and the other neighborhood news correspondent’s discuss the plot of the movie Snow Piercer. You can now find the Access on Air Podcast on the Anchor App, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Spotify....
Despite the continued rise in COVID-19 cases across the state, Governor Newsom has announced the re-opening of businesses in California as early as Friday on the basis of factors such as the state's capacity for testing, the level of stability with regards to...
With the novel coronavirus impacting all areas of life in California, it has been explained by the Governor and the state superintendent that schools will not reopen before the end of the academic year this June. While it is clear it will not be soon, it hasn’t been...
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic the U.S. government announced that they will be sending out $1,200 stimulus checks to help with the economic effects of the virus. According to a survey that was conducted in early April, about 52 percent of the 2,644 people...
Despite the continued global rise of COVID-19 cases, many countries are looking to begin reopening. In seeking a path forward, some have called for increased data collection regarding the spread of the virus and the efficacy of social distancing measures. One...
ACCESSLOCAL SHOWS
Host Ray Tatar looks into "Green" Technology and Education with the nonprofit GreenTech. Join us to hear about environmental technology, programs, and workshop available to youth and young adults. GreenTech is a non-profit organization focused youth and young adult...
Music is such a vital part of our lives. The people who create music have not been untouched by the effects of COVID-19. This week Ray Tatar meets up Musician Rachel Freud and Event Coordinator from The Library of MusicLandria to talk about the effects the Coronavirus...
This week Ray Tatar meets up with Kerin Gould from Produce with a Purpose. Kerin will be cooking up a delicious healthy dish that you can create in your own home. Produce with a Purpose helps educate people about fresh produce and its disease-fighting and preventative...
This week on LiveWire hosts Ray Tatar sits down for a virtual chat with Access Sacramento’s Executive Director, Gary Martin. This is his first interview since he announced the call for A Place Called Sacramento scripts, which now has its 10 winners to be announced on...
During the COVID-19 Pandemic, many of us have faced challenges and had to adjust to our way of life. A group of people also adjusting to these changes are children and students. Children have had to miss their graduations and promotions, isolate from their friends and...
The Food Literacy Center chats virtually with host Ray Tatar on this week’s LiveWire. The Food Literacy Center will share the ways they are helping and adapting during the COVID-19 crisis. One of these adaptations includes online hands-on cooking classes....
Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, Brian Ford joins host Ray Tatar in a special LiveWire Show. During these unknown times, stress and mental health become factors in our lives and the dynamics of families often are challenged. Join LiveWire hosts Ray Tatar as he...
High school students throughout the region recently competed for top honors Access Sacramento's 6th annual High School Public Service Announcement (PSA) competition. Students from Elk Grove's Franklin High School and Sacramento's New Technology High School rose to the...
Cue the music, dancing and we are live at 5pm with host Ray Tatar and the Brazilian Center's Carnaval. Don't miss all the fun as we experience at piece of the Brazilian Carnaval tomorrow, Wednesday March 11th on LiveWire. Brazilian Carnaval Celebrating its 10th...
Artists in Residency and the Art of Comedy Wednesday March 3rd, 5 PM on Channel 17 Ray Tatar returns to the studios in a dynamic interview with a member of the Sacramento Artist in Residency program or (AIR) and the Sacramento Comedy Spot, a unique nonprofit that is...
ACCESSLOCAL FILM
Ten Films to be produced over the summer before world premiere Oct. 3, 2020 Sacramento -- Access Sacramento's 21st annual "A Place Called Sacramento" Film Festival named 10 winning writers during a live televised and streamed virtual volunteer Cast and Crew Call...
Access Sacramento presents full televised coverage of the stage presentations and world premiere of 10 original 10-minute movies as part of the 20th annual "A Place Called Sacramento" Film Festival beginning Friday, Nov. 29 at 7 p.m. The program presents the...
Access Sacramento's 20th annual "A Place Called Sacramento" Film Festival named 10 winning writers today during a huge volunteer cast and crew call at Sacramento's Coloma Community Center. The announcement broadcast live on Access Sacramento revealed the names of the...
Ten Winners to be named in "A Place Called Sacramento" Script Competition Volunteer Film Actors and Technicians called for Live Announcement Access Sacramento's 20th annual "A Place Called Sacramento" Film Festival will announce this year's 10 winning writers...
by Danya Barrows Tonosommesso@gmail.com When a blind woman with heightened senses pursues her dream of becoming a Master Sommelier, she discovers a family secret that could keep her from ever reaching her goal. Awards: "BEST DIRECTOR" Dawn Spinella "BEST ACTOR in a...
by Nathan Reedy swiperightflick@gmail.com The very single and amused Will banters with the very committed and disenchanted Vanessa about the challenges of relationships and finding true romance in the hyper technological world of online dating.
by Eric Sanderson janeandjoemovie@gmail.com Jane and Jo may see each other every day, but will they ever hear the music of their hearts?
by Amy Lawrence never2latte4love@gmail.com Finding a partner is a project that requires time, energy and an extra clip for the Glock.
by William Mendoza justintimethemovie@gmail.com Leslie hates deadlines, but delivering newspapers late today could have a deadly penalty. "AUDIENCE FAVORITE" Award and "PRODUCERS' CHOICE" award Best Actor in a Supporting Role went to Griffen Dresbach-Hill
“The Gift” by Ritu Atwal pcsTheGift@gmail.com A young woman discovers that the greatest gift we can give to those we love, is honesty. Awards: "BEST ACTRESS in a LEADING ROLE" Rachel Brown "BEST ACTRESS in a SUPPORTING ROLE" Oliva Pratt "BEST EDITING" by Jag Sandju...
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