Feinstein Says San Diego Mayor Should ResignJuly 29, 2013 | Steve MilneCalifornia Senator Dianne Feinstein is the latest Democrat to call for the resignation of San Diego Mayor Bob Filner over allegations of sexual harassment.
Biker Safety Bill Up for Third Time in California LegislatureJuly 29, 2013 | Katie OrrFor a third time a California lawmaker has proposed legislation that would require cars to maintain a distance of at least three feet when passing a bicycle. The previous two bills were vetoed by Governor Jerry Brown. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Summer Heat May Mean Early Wine Grape HarvestJuly 29, 2013The hot summer likely means an early California grape harvest this year, and it may also lead to some exceptional wines.
In-State Tuition Would Be Option for Citizens Living AbroadJuly 26, 2013 | Max PringleA bill in the legislature would give US citizens living abroad a chance to pay in-state tuition in California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Ballot Initiative Would Raise Cap on Malpractice AwardsJuly 26, 2013 | Max PringleA move to lift the cap on damages awarded for malpractice lawsuits could be on the ballot in 2014. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sequester Cuts Federal Public Defender Program in CaliforniaJuly 26, 2013 | Max PringleForced federal spending cuts are reportedly slashing the number of public defenders working at federal courts in California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Media Push Coming From New California Health ExchangeJuly 26, 2013 | Pauline BartoloneTV commercials for the new California health insurance marketplace will start airing soon. And that’s not the only part of the exchange’s marketing and outreach campaign you'll be seeing. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Covered California, Railyards, New ArenaJuly 26, 2013Our weekly check of the region's top economic stories with Sacramento Business Journal Editor Jack Robinson begins with the proposed new arena in Downtown Sacramento. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Reno Considers Crackdown on Accidental 9-1-1 CallsJuly 26, 2013 | Ky PlaskonAccidental calls to 9-1-1 have gotten so bad that Reno is considering enforcing laws that allow fines and jail time. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Grass Fire Burns 100 Acres Near Downtown SacramentoJuly 25, 2013Shortly after 4:30 p.m. on Thursday a grass fire broke out near the American River Parkway in the vicinity of Sutter's Landing Regional Park near downtown Sacramento burning 100 acres. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
