Brown, University President Give Few Details On Budget TalksMarch 19, 2015(AP) - Gov. Jerry Brown and University of California President Janet Napolitano say their attempt to find common ground on the university's budget is going well, but they are divulging few details about what their talks will mean for this fall's tuit
EnvironmentSugar Bowl Suspends Skiing As Drought Takes TollMarch 19, 2015(AP) - Yet another Northern California ski resort is closing early due to a lack of snow amid the state's historic drought.
Domestic Violence Victims Sue StateMarch 19, 2015 | Katie OrrSeveral domestic violence victims say California makes it too difficult to receive some welfare benefits. Now they’re suing the state. They’re challenging a rule that blocks additional aid for children born while their families are receiving welfare. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezBrown To Propose $1.1B Drought BillMarch 19, 2015CapRadio's Ben Adler talks about what to expect with today's announcement of a $1.1 billion emergency drought package. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezB Street Theatre Brings To Life Story Of Caryl Chessman March 19, 2015Political Strategist Joe Rodota talks about his new play centered around the execution of Caryl Chessman. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EclecticTom Brosseau: A Distinct Voice, RamblingMarch 19, 2015 | Nick BrunnerIn 2004, musician Tom Brosseau caught the ear of the founder of Davis-based Crossbill Records. He recorded songs in our studio and spoke with Nick Brunner about his new album, Perfect Abandon and about the personal nature of his music. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBrown, De León, Atkins To Unveil Emergency Drought Legislation ThursdayMarch 18, 2015 | Ben AdlerThe $1.1 billion emergency drought legislation to be announced Thursday by Gov. Jerry Brown and Democratic legislative leaders will include money for water recycling, desalination, water quality and flood protection projects.
State GovernmentDouble Pay On Holidays Bill Gets Initial Backing In California LegislatureMarch 18, 2015 | Ben AdlerCalifornia workers would get double-pay for working on Thanksgiving or Christmas if a bill at the state Capitol becomes law. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBill Would Let Children Of Live-In Nannies Attend School In Employers' DistrictsMarch 18, 2015 | Ben AdlerA bill that would allow the children of domestic workers living with their employers to attend school where the employers live is moving through the California Legislature. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sac RT Promises More Enforcement At Light Rail StationsMarch 18, 2015 | Bob MoffittSacramento Regional Transit says it will start issuing more citations to people who run in front of trains or walk on the tracks.