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Today, visiting Yosemite often means sitting in traffic jams. A century ago, the Yosemite Valley Railroad connected to park to Merced. So what happened?

California utility companies have spent billions to prevent wildfires, such as burying power lines and trimming brush near their equipment. Much of the cost of doing this is usually passed on to customers. But with high utility rates, some wonder: could these companies be doing their work more cost-effectively? We speak with CalMatters reporter Alejandro Lazo on his recent reporting on this issue. Plus, the latest news headlines, including former Rep. Devin Nunes, tapped for White House role, and what do California residents think of the economy?

Fresno's historic downtown water tower has defined the city's skyline for over a century.

Over a century ago, electric trains from the Visalia Electric Railroad connected many communities in eastern Tulare County.

Take a trip back in time to when Lake Corcoran covered most of the San Joaquin Valley.

Despite being the most linguistically diverse state in the country, California struggles with bilingual education. Part of the struggle stems from a nearly 20-year ban on bilingual education that ended in 2016. Today, we speak with CalMatters reporter Tara Garcia Mathewson. She discusses recent reporting on the effort to expand bilingual education access in the state. Plus, the latest news headlines, including how health officials are optimistic about a bird flu emergency declaration and how did a Kern County inmate escape?

California universities are required to return Native American remains to their rightful tribes. However, a recent state audit shows many San Joaquin Valley universities still hold many of the items. KVPR's Rachel Livinal discusses her recent reporting on what is being done to get the remains and artifacts returned. Plus, the latest news headlines, including former Rep. TJ Cox's plans to plead guilty to financial crimes and a special election is set for Assembly District 32.

Every winter, thousands of people up and down the Western Hemisphere gather to observe and count birds around them. It’s part of the annual Christmas Bird Count hosted by the National Audubon Society. On today’s show, we speak with Ian Souza-Cole from Audubon. He explains this unique experience and how you can take part. Plus, the latest news headlines, including tips about mistletoes and who is jumping into the special race for Assembly District 32.

After a seven-year search, a neon sign belonging to the iconic Trout's bar in Bakersfield has returned home after being stolen. But it's not just any sign, it's part of Bakersfield's country music roots. Today, we talk to KVPR reporter Joshua Yeager, who shares the improbable story of how the sign was found – and what it means to musicians today. Plus, the latest news headlines, including farmworkers getting protective equipment against bird flu and how medical debt will not affect credit reports starting in 2025.

This year, scandals, natural disasters, and human stories shaped the San Joaquin Valley. As we say goodbye to 2024, we look back at some of the stories covered by KVPR. We speak to KVPR news director Cresencio Rodriguez-Delgado and Associate Editor Kerry Klein about the stories that kept the newsroom – and our airwaves – busy.