Fire in Roseville's Maidu Park Was ArsonJune 24, 2013A brush fire that burned Friday afternoon in Roseville's Maidu Park is 100 percent contained.
Some Farmers Say Late June Rains Are For The BirdsJune 24, 2013 | Bob MoffittWhile birds are keeping an eye out for worms, some California Central Valley farmers are keeping an eye on the weather. They’re worried unseasonable rains might spoil their crops.
Senate Approves Restoration of Records ActJune 24, 2013 | Katie OrrThe California Senate has passed an Assembly bill that would roll back changes to the state’s Public Records Act.
Bill to Protect Public From Flame Retardants in Insulation Moves ForwardJune 24, 2013 | Amy QuintonA California senate committee has passed a bill that would update building standards to protect people from toxic flame retardants. Flame retardants are widely used in plastic foam insulation. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New Positive West Nile Virus Tests in Sac, Yolo CountiesJune 24, 2013 | Ben AdlerA flurry of birds and mosquito samples across Sacramento and Yolo counties have tested positive for West Nile Virus. Public health officials warn this week’s rare summer rains will increase the risk of human infection. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Deadly Disease Threatens Southland Sheep PopulationJune 24, 2013Wildlife experts in California and Nevada are concerned about a deadly disease that is claiming the lives of a growing number of desert bighorn sheep in the Mojave National Preserve about 100 miles southwest of Las Vegas.
U.S. Supreme Court's Affirmative Action Ruling Leaves California's Workaround IntactJune 24, 2013Monday's U.S. Supreme Court ruling setting a higher bar for affirmative action won’t affect California, which already bans the practice. But California universities do use “race-neutral” means to promote diversity, and the ruling leaves them intact. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Weather Systems Bring RainJune 24, 2013 | Marianne RussNorthern California is in for some unusual wet weather over the next few days…and many areas can expect a rainy commute this morning. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento Wastewater Treatment Plant To UpgradeJune 24, 2013 | Amy QuintonThe Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District is launching a $1.5 billion upgrade to its wastewater treatment plant this week. The changes are needed to meet state and federal regulations. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Trial Courts Welcome $60 Million BumpJune 24, 2013 | Katie OrrCalifornia’s trial courts are set to receive an extra $60 million in the new state budget that takes effect next month. The money is designated to help improve access to courts that have slashed hours and resources or shut down completely. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
