Caltrans Partners With Scholars To Research A Stronger, Cheaper BridgeJanuary 22, 2019 | Bob MoffittUniversity researchers and Caltrans have been using heavy machinery to bore holes in a parcel of land at the place where highways 99 and 70 meet, testing a theory that says a bridge support column might not need as much steel.
EnvironmentTurning Wood Into Electrons: Biomass Facilities Transform Burnt Forests Into Renewable Energy, But Some Argue It’s Not An Eco-Friendly SolutionJanuary 22, 2019 | Ezra David RomeroCalifornia’s grappling with how to manage its forest after the past years’ devastating wildfires. One possible solution is taking leftover wood waste and creating energy for homes and businesses. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezUOP Experts Dive Into International Water Law In The Age Of Climate ChangeJanuary 22, 2019 | Cody DrabbleThe University of the Pacific will host the George and Rosemary Tchobanoglous Water Lecture on Thursday with professor Stephen McCaffrey. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
SacRT New Bus Route Plan: More Weekend Routes And Restoration Of Proposed CutsJanuary 21, 2019 | Bob MoffittSacramento Regional Transit says it plans to bring bus service to more areas of the county and would not do away with two routes as it had planned. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Photos: Community Honors MLK With Marches Through SacramentoJanuary 21, 2019 | Andrew NixonTwo of the three marches planned for Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Sacramento converged at the convention center downtown Monday afternoon.
Sacramento Police Propose Banning Protesters From Carrying Bats, Bottles, Other ItemsJanuary 21, 2019 | Bob MoffittThe Sacramento Police Department is asking the city council to limit the things people can carry during a protest that could be used as weapons, including bricks, chains and bear repellent.
Health CareCalifornia Hospitals Strive To Comply With New Homeless Patient Laws, But Say Lack Of Resources Makes It ToughJanuary 21, 2019 | Sammy CaiolaA new California law requires hospitals to find homeless patients a place to stay and offer them a meal, clothing and other services before discharging them. Hospital staff say it’s well-intended, but easier said than done. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sen. Kamala Harris Announces 2020 Presidential CandidacyJanuary 21, 2019The California Democrat's career as a prosecutor, as well as economic and racial equality, are the focus of her campaign. Harris is the third senator to announce a presidential run.
Will PG&E Customers Pay More In Bankruptcy? Not If State Watchdog Can Stop ItJanuary 20, 2019PG&E customers shouldn't have to foot the bankruptcy bill if the utility is responsible for deadly California wildfires, says a state watchdog.
California’s Thriving LGBT Caucus: Because Sometimes, Lawmaking Is PersonalJanuary 20, 2019The caucus has chalked up hard-fought legislative victories—and a to-do list for the future.
