EnvironmentDrought Prompts State Water Board To Issue Extensive Water CutbacksMay 29, 2014 | Amy QuintonCalifornia's drought is causing the most extensive water cutbacks since 1977. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentWell Drilling Spikes In Drought-Stricken Central ValleyMay 29, 2014 | Pauline BartoloneThe California drought is leading to a surge in water well drilling in the Southern Central Valley. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentHigh Fire Danger Due To Winds And HeatMay 28, 2014 | Bob MoffittA combination of low humidity, high temperatures, and high winds has caused the National Weather Service to issue a red flag warning from Modesto to Redding.
EnvironmentPlan Shows How California's Climate Change Policies Are WorkingMay 27, 2014 | Amy QuintonThe state of California has a plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentAs Weather Warms Up, Officials Remind Public Of Water SafetyMay 23, 2014 | Bob MoffittOfficials are reminding the public to practice water safety while swimming in waterways and pools.
EnvironmentInter-County Water Transfer From Merced To Stanislaus Faces OppositionMay 22, 2014 | Rich IbarraA proposed transfer of water from Merced County to Stanislaus County is making waves among farmers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentReport Puts California's Fracking Future In DoubtMay 21, 2014 | Katie OrrCalifornia may not be able to recover as much oil through fracking as previously thought. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentSanta Cruz Becomes First California County To Ban FrackingMay 21, 2014Yesterday, Santa Cruz County Supervisors voted to ban fracking. There are no active wells in the County - but political momentum was sparked by reports oil companies were exploring the possibility of fracking in nearby San Benito county.
State GovernmentCalifornia Water Managers May Limit River Water Diversion for CropsMay 21, 2014 | Max PringleSome California farmers may not be allowed to divert river water to irrigate their crops this summer. The restriction is part of new rules being considered this week by state water managers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentMoody's: Drought Will Not Harm California EconomyMay 20, 2014 | Katie OrrA new report suggests California’s drought is not likely to affect the state’s finances in the short term. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
