State GovernmentRepublicans Fail To Strip Fuels From AB 32March 23, 2015 | Katie OrrRepublicans in the California Legislature are once again calling attention to what they call a “hidden gas tax” in the state. But an effort to reverse the policy was thwarted by Democrats in an Assembly committee today. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentProposed Office To Help Poor Communities Get Clean Drinking WaterMarch 23, 2015 | Amy QuintonA little noticed provision of the proposed $1.1 billion drought relief bill could help poor communities. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
"Dots" Help Manteca Police Return Stolen Property To OwnersMarch 23, 2015 | Rich IbarraMatching stolen property with its owner can be a challenge. Manteca Police have found a new tool that will make the job easier. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Amy's Kitchen Products RecalledMarch 23, 2015Petaluma-based frozen food maker Amy's Kitchen has announced a voluntary recall of nearly twenty different products because of the possible presence of an organism that can cause serious illness.
State GovernmentJerry Brown Calls Ted Cruz 'Unfit' To Run For PresidentMarch 23, 2015(AP) - California Gov. Jerry Brown says U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz's views on climate change make the Texas Republican unfit to run for president and that he would entertain making another bid for the White House himself if he were 10 years younger.
State GovernmentCalifornia Christian Group Supports 'Right-to-Die' BillMarch 23, 2015 | Pauline BartoloneCalifornia lawmakers will hear a bill this week that would allow physicians to prescribe medications that would speed the dying process for terminally-ill patients. A group representing over a million California Protestants says it now supports it. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Urban Farming Vote TuesdayMarch 23, 2015 | Bob MoffittBackyards and vacant lots in the City of Sacramento could soon be home to strawberry patches and zucchini beds. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBill Requires Oversight Before School Police Get Military EquipmentMarch 23, 2015 | Katie OrrA few school police departments in California have acquired military armored vehicles, rifles and grenade launchers. That's spawned a new bill in the state Legislature. The bill faces its first committee vote Wednesday. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Nevada Legislature Friday HighlightsMarch 20, 2015 | Ky PlaskonNevada legislative committees will be considering more than 35 bills Friday. Capital Public Radio’s Ky Plaskon takes a look at some of the highlights of what promises to be a busy day. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health Care10 Students At Two Elk Grove Schools Test Positive For Exposure To TuberculosisMarch 20, 2015Health Department officials say 10 students at two Elk Grove schools have tested positive for tuberculosis and will be further evaluated. None of the students are infectious.
