Home Ownership vs. Renting in CA
Becoming a homeowner has long been part of the American dream, but as California continues to face an affordable housing crisis, is it still the best financial move compared with renting? CalMatters Housing Reporter Ben Christopher joins Insight to discuss the benefits and drawbacks of owning a home versus having a landlord in the Golden State.
CalMatters is a nonprofit newsroom that partners with public media stations across the state.
New Education Laws & CA Teacher Unions
Monday marked the first day back in school this year for many students across California. 2026 brings with it new things to learn but also a host of new laws that will govern how schools operate. Diana Lambert with EdSource joins us to talk about some of the biggest new laws parents will want to know about. As well as, where negotiations stand as two school districts and their teachers unions find themselves at an impasse over new contracts.
Folk Musician John McCutcheon
John McCutcheon is returning to Northern California for a series of shows, the first one taking place this Friday at the Sophia in Sacramento. The prolific songwriter is touring in support of his latest album, “Together Again,” which he wrote and recorded with fellow musician and lifelong friend Tom Paxton. John joins us today to explain how the project started.
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