State GovernmentAudit Finds Problems With State Tax DisbursementsNovember 19, 2015 | Ben BradfordA state audit has found that the California Board of Equalization put taxes it collected into the wrong funds. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareKids With Dyslexia To Get More Educational SupportNovember 19, 2015 | Katie OrrDyslexia is a common learning disability. About 20 percent of Americans are estimated to be living with it. Yet it can be difficult for kids with dyslexia to get the right kind of educational services. A new law in California seeks to make it easier. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezChanges In The Dyslexia DiscussionNovember 19, 2015A new law directs the California Department of Education to develop a process to help students with dyslexia by the 2017-18 school year. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezLetters To The FutureNovember 19, 2015A project by Sacramento News and Review that focuses on events in Paris – not the recent terrorist attacks but the upcoming Climate Change conference. It’s a letter-writing project that you can be part of. TC Boyle recorded his contribution. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Uber Espanol Lets Central Valley Passengers Request Spanish-Speaking DriversNovember 18, 2015 | Rich IbarraThe ride-sharing service Uber launched a new service for Central Valley travelers on Wednesday. Uber Espanol provides Spanish-speaking drivers for passengers.
State GovernmentNevada Gov. Brian Sandoval Consults With Attorney General On Refugee ResettlementNovember 18, 2015Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval says he doesn't think he has power to halt refugee resettlement in the state, but he's seeking a second opinion.
Fiscal Analyst Predicts Calif. Budget SurplusesNovember 18, 2015 | Ben BradfordAn annual look ahead at California’s finances predicts a growing economy and budget surpluses, but also contains words of caution. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNation's Largest Pension Fund CalPERS Lowers Return ExpectationsNovember 18, 2015California's largest public pension fund has voted to lower its investments in risky funds as a cushion against economic downturns. Gov. Jerry Brown is calling the move "irresponsible."
EnvironmentStudy: California Drought Management LackingNovember 18, 2015 | Amy QuintonA new study finds that California’s system for allocating water is fragmented, inconsistent and lacks transparency. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
RootsArtist Interview: Nikki Lane - The First Lady Of Outlaw CountryNovember 18, 2015 | Melody StoneNikki Lane's music is too raw and gritty for country pop and too twangy for rock 'n' roll. Since dropping out of high school to move to California, Lane says she has applied the hustler ethos to every aspect of her life, including her musical career.
