No, Californians Aren’t Being Asked To Repeal Prop. 13’s Residential Property Tax LimitsJanuary 24, 2020 | Chris NicholsWidely-shared social media posts falsely claimed California politicians plan to 'repeal Prop. 13.'
You’ve Just Been Named California’s Homelessness Czar — What’s Your First Move?January 24, 2020Here’s a menu of talked-about “solutions” to address homelessness rated with expert input according to speed, cost, and political feasibility. What would be your plan?
Trump Administration Threatens California Over Mandate That Insurers Cover AbortionJanuary 24, 2020Health officials said the state has 30 days to repeal the requirement or some of its federal funds might be in jeopardy. The threat comes as Trump is set to address an anti-abortion rights march.
Business Journal: New Placerville Pot Shop; Area Mall Store Closures; Mother Space FilledJanuary 24, 2020 | Steve MilnePlacerville will soon be getting a cannabis dispensary with a 1950s theme. The Sacramento Business Journal's Sonya Sorich has the story, plus news about store closures in area malls and which eatery is moving into the Mother restaurant site. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Democrats Hold Final Day Of Arguments Before Trump Team's TurnJanuary 24, 2020On Friday, House impeachment managers plan to focus on President Trump's alleged obstruction of Congress. Watch the remarks live beginning at 10 a.m. PT.
Stockton And South Lake Tahoe to Develop Affordable Housing On Excess State-Owned LandJanuary 23, 2020 | Rich IbarraGovernor Newsom issued an executive order for the two cities.
California Has Double The Organic Farms Of Any Other State, But Expansion Is SlowingJanuary 23, 2020 | Randol WhiteThe most recent USDA Agricultural Census shows fewer acres are being switched from conventional to organic farming in California, but the state still outpaces the rest of the nation. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Democrats Finish 2nd Day Of Opening Arguments In Trump Impeachment TrialJanuary 23, 2020On Thursday, House Democrats are expected to outline how the law applies to what they see as the president's "corrupt scheme" with Ukraine to tilt the 2020 election in his favor.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCapChat: Santa Anita Horse Deaths / Uber Pilots New Pricing / State Of The StateJanuary 23, 2020There have been more horse deaths at Santa Anita Park, five just since December 28, 2019. Uber is piloting a new pricing program allowing drivers to set rates at three airports. And we wait for the State of the State to be scheduled. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCalifornia Wants To Increase Vaping Taxes, But Experts Say There Could Be Unintended ConsequencesJanuary 22, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom is proposing a $2 tax for every 40-milligrams of nicotine in an e-cigarette. This would on top of the existing tax on the device itself, which is currently taxed as a tobacco product.
