State GovernmentRoad Repair Deal At Capitol Still ElusiveAugust 31, 2015 | Ben AdlerHalfway through the California Legislature's final month of work, lawmakers and Gov. Jerry Brown appear no closer to a deal on transportation funding than when they first returned from summer recess two weeks ago. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentSacramento State Finds More Parking For StudentsAugust 31, 2015 | Ed JoyceA record Fall enrollment of 30,023 students means more people are driving to Sacramento State this week than a year ago. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentGroups Hope Overdose Awareness Day Will Help With Prevention And Treatment EffortsAugust 31, 2015 | Bob MoffittThe number of drug-overdose deaths in the United States has increased every year for more than a decade. Monday is International Overdose Awareness Day. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentDrought And Beetle Infestation Killing California ForestsAugust 31, 2015 | Amy QuintonCalifornia's drought is having a devastating effect on its forests. Recent aerial surveys show 20 million dead trees so far. And the drought has a partner in crime -- the pine beetle. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Lawmakers Brace For Busy, Chaotic Final Two WeeksAugust 31, 2015 | Ben AdlerThe California Legislature begins its final two weeks of work for the year Monday – and the stretch is likely to be tumultuous. Major issues remain unresolved and leadership battles are threatening to wreak havoc with negotiations. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Worker Rights Bill On Governor's DeskAugust 31, 2015 | Chris NicholsA bill on California Governor Jerry Brown’s desk would clarify that arbitration agreements are voluntary between companies and their workers -- and not a condition of getting hired.
State GovernmentCapitol Roundup: Bills Advance, Stall On Busy ThursdayAugust 27, 2015 | Ben AdlerCalifornia lawmakers sent dozens of bills to Gov. Jerry Brown Thursday, while moving many more toward final votes. Meanwhile, Democratic leaders blocked dozens of measures by holding them in key legislative committees. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornians Cut Water Use 31 Percent In JulyAugust 27, 2015 | Amy QuintonCalifornians are exceeding Governor Jerry Brown's 25 percent conservation mandate. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCA Senate Republicans Select New LeaderAugust 27, 2015 | Ben Adler | Chris NicholsThe change comes as lawmakers are making final decisions on hundreds of bills, including big ticket items like how to pay for road repairs and Medi-Cal services.
EnvironmentTopsoil Decline In California, Extreme Drought Expands In Western U.S.August 27, 2015 | Ed JoyceExtreme drought expanded in the Western U.S. and the drought is taking a toll on topsoil moisture in California.
