California CountsCalaveras County Copes With Change After Influx of New Marijuana GrowersNovember 3, 2016 | Julia MitricPeople have grown marijuana quietly in Calaveras County for decades. But after the Butte fire word got out that Calaveras was the place to grow. Now long-time residents say a “green rush" fueled by outsiders is hurting their county. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentAppeals Court Upholds Lake Tahoe Development PlanNovember 2, 2016(AP) - A federal appeals court says an environmental review of a development plan for the Lake Tahoe region adequately addressed concerns about the lake's water quality.
EnvironmentCalifornians Increase Water Conservation In SeptemberNovember 1, 2016 | Amy QuintonFor the last several months, water use in California has increased despite the state’s ongoing drought. But the latest water conservation figures show improvement. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
