Revived Sex Abuse Bill Headed to Assembly FloorAugust 21, 2013A previously-stalled California bill that would expand the ability of victims of sexual abuse to file lawsuits is on its way to the Assembly floor after getting a second chance in committee today.
Brown: "Clutter" of Legislation Produces "Bureaucracy and Inertia"August 20, 2013 | Ben AdlerWith just three-and-a-half weeks to go before California lawmakers adjourn for the year, Governor Jerry Brown says he wants to avoid what he calls legislative “clutter.” Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Condom Bill May Be ResurrectedAugust 20, 2013 | Katie OrrA headline-grabbing bill may be resurrected in the California Legislature. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Community Collaborates To Open New ParkAugust 20, 2013 | Bob Moffitt A new park opened Tuesday in one of the poorest areas of West Sacramento. It’s part of a larger effort to encourage healthy living in poor communities. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Heavy Timber, Weather Conditions Make American Fire a ChallengeAugust 20, 2013Fighting the American Fire is slow-going, thanks to heavy timber, rugged terrain and changing weather. The fire is nearly 15,000 acres, with containment at 54 percent as of Tuesday afternoon. Updated: 2:45 p.m.
California Bill Would Give Coastal Commission Power to Levy FinesAugust 20, 2013 | Max PringleUnder a bill now headed to the state Senate, the California Coastal Commission would have the power to fine people or business suspected of damaging the state’s coast line, or limiting public access to it. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New Field Poll: Californians Don't Know Much About Affordable Care ActAugust 20, 2013 | Marianne RussA new survey finds most Californians don’t know a lot about the Affordable Care Act – President Barack Obama’s health care law – but they do support it. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Fires and Hot Temperatures Worsen Air Quality in Northern CaliforniaAugust 19, 2013 | Bob MoffittThe air quality in canyons on the west slope of the Sierra has been in the unhealthy range for all groups range for about a week. But air quality is expected to improve as more of the American Fire is contained and as thunderstorms move in.
Big Box Store Ordinance Change on Tuesday's Council AgendaAugust 19, 2013 | Bob MoffittChanges to the City of Sacramento’s rules regarding big box stores will be considered by the City Council Tuesday night.
Lake Tahoe Summit Held Amidst Progress, CrticismAugust 19, 2013 | Katie OrrProgress is being made toward restoring the clarity of Lake Tahoe, but the job’s not over yet. That was the message from key-note speaker former Vice President Al Gore at Monday’s 17th Annual Lake Tahoe Summit. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
