ClassicalNew Classical Tracks: Rachel Podger And Brecon Baroque Reimagine 'Four Seasons'May 23, 2018In their new release, violinist Rachel Podger and the ensemble she founded, Brecon Baroque, bring imaginative new ideas to Vivaldi's iconic 'Four Seasons.'
Lawmakers Propose Limits On University of California PowerMay 23, 2018Several state lawmakers on Tuesday unveiled a plan to curb the University of California's power by limiting salaries and putting checks on the UC president's authority.
Hiker Dies After Falling From Yosemite's Half Dome TrailMay 23, 2018A hiker in Yosemite National Park fell to his death while climbing the iconic granite cliffs of Half Dome in rainy conditions, authorities said Tuesday.
State GovernmentDemocrats' Budget Asks: Health Care, Homelessness, Higher Education, WelfareMay 23, 2018 | Ben AdlerLegislative Democrats have settled on their top priorities for upcoming California budget negotiations with Gov. Jerry Brown. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCalifornians Might Get A Tax Break For Capturing RainwaterMay 23, 2018 | Bert JohnsonSen. Steve Glazer explains Proposition 72, a bill he authored to incentivize rainwater capture by exempting new systems from property taxes. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Students Missing Class Is A Red Alert — But Researchers Say They Have A New Tool To Address The School-Absence ProblemMay 22, 2018 | Chris NicholsResearchers took advantage of a new state reporting requirement to produce a detailed study and interactive map showing which schools struggle the most with chronic absenteeism. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentA Look At The 13 New Laws California Has Passed This YearMay 22, 2018 | Ben BradfordMost of the laws that have passed are urgency measures, meaning they take effect immediately — either to tweak an existing law or in response to a prominent in-the-moment issue.
Muslims Continue Iftar Tradition At California State CapitolMay 22, 2018 | Adhiti BandlamudiFor the past 14 years, Muslims have gathered at the California State Capitol for one day during Ramadan to break their day-long fast. Monday night, the community celebrated the 15th year of this tradition. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Highway 395 Reopens After Massive Mudslide Near Nevada-California State LineMay 22, 2018 | Steve MilneA major freeway in the Sierra was reopened Tuesday afternoon after a massive mudslide shut it down Monday night. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Moves To Defend Law Allowing Life-Ending DrugsMay 22, 2018California's attorney general is asking an appeals court to quickly block a judge's decision to toss a 2016 state law allowing the terminally ill to end their lives.
