Insight With Vicki GonzalezPhotography Exhibit Honors Survivors Of Japanese Internment CampsFebruary 19, 2015Photographer Paul Kitagaki, Jr. spent ten years gathering stories and photos of people interned in Japanese prison camps during World War II. Kitagaki joins Insight to talk about his exhibit, currently showing at the California Museum. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareNot All Drugs for A Disease Could Be High-Cost Under New California ProposalFebruary 18, 2015 | Pauline BartoloneA California lawmaker has introduced a bill that would ensure “reasonably” priced drugs are available to patients. Proponents say the measure would make it easier for people who need high-cost drugs, especially people with chronic disease. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNapolitano: No UC Tuition Increase - For Summer, AnywayFebruary 18, 2015 | Ben AdlerUniversity of California students are getting at least a temporary reprieve from tuition increases scheduled to take effect in the coming academic year.
State GovernmentDemocrats Seek To Expand Child Care VouchersFebruary 18, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia Democratic lawmakers say it’s time to reinvest in state-subsidized child care. They announced a legislative effort today. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareRoseville Group Helping Liberians Fight EbolaFebruary 18, 2015 | Steve MilneSacramento area relief workers helping to fight the Ebola crisis in West Africa report that Liberian schools are reopening after shutting down six months ago.
Analyst: Perez Unlikely To End Port DisputeFebruary 18, 2015 | Steve MilneSome analysts say it's unlikely the nation's top labor official will have much of an impact on the dispute between West Coast dockworkers and their employers.
Property Owners Vote To Approve Sacramento Streetcar ProjectFebruary 18, 2015 | Bob MoffittThough not legally required to do so, the Sacramento City Council asked property owners to approve a tax on 1068 parcels along a proposed streetcar line. The City of Sacramento says the money will raise $30 million for the project.
State GovernmentCalifornia Water Officials Eyeing New Drought RestrictionsFebruary 18, 2015(AP) - California officials who are in charge of restricting water as the drought drags on are considering new limits on restaurants, hotels and decorative fountains in addition to existing rules for homeowners.
Rail Explosions Add Fuel to Backlash Over Bakersfield Rail TerminalFebruary 18, 2015After a massive explosion in West Virginia, where a train carrying crude oil went off the tracks Monday, is raising red flags for residents who want to stop the new Bakersfield Crude terminal. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentEfforts To Save Endangered White Abalone Paying OffFebruary 18, 2015 | Amy QuintonThe endangered white abalone was once abundant along the California Coast. But decades of overfishing devastated the sea snail population. Researchers’ attempts to bring back the abalone are paying off. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
