Calif. Economy Improving as 2013 Nears Its EndDecember 20, 2013 | Ben AdlerCalifornia gained nearly 45,000 jobs in November, and its unemployment rate dropped from 8.7 percent to 8.5 percent. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
More Changes To Come For Congested Watt/US 50 IntersectionDecember 19, 2013 | Bob MoffittSacramento County has announced more changes to the Watt Avenue/U.S. 50 interchange.
Steinberg: More Money for Mentally Ill Offenders, Time to Address CalSTRS LiabilityDecember 19, 2013 | Ben AdlerSenate Leader Darrell Steinberg is proposing California spend $50 million to help reduce the rate at which mentally ill county jail inmates reoffend. He also says it's time for the state to deal with CalSTRS' $70 billion unfunded liability.
Officials: Big Sur Blaze Now 74 Percent ContainedDecember 19, 2013Officials say a late fall wildfire near Big Sur is now nearly three quarters fully contained.
Scientists Praise Calif. Fracking EffortsDecember 19, 2013A group of 21 scientists is applauding California's efforts to allow the fracking of its shale oil reserves, arguing the process is a safe way to improve the economy and reduce foreign oil dependence.
San Juan Superintendent Steps Down Amid Discrimination ChargesDecember 19, 2013 | Bob MoffittThe superintendent of the San Juan Unified School District has resigned. Glynn Thompson was allowed to take retirement instead of termination after an investigation found him guilty or partially guilty of 18 complaints of discrimination. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Five Firms Vying For High-Speed Rail Project BidDecember 19, 2013California's High-Speed Rail Authority says five construction teams have submitted qualifications that could allow them to bid on the second, 60-mile phase of the rail project.
Judge Considers Solitary Confinement For Mentally Ill PrisonersDecember 19, 2013Hearings are being held on the last of four challenges to how California treats mentally ill prisoners.
California Cities Regulate Increasingly Popular E-CigarettesDecember 19, 2013Electronic cigarettes are catching fire in California, especially among young people. E-cigarettes offer the sensation of smoking, without burning tobacco, by heating liquid nicotine and turning it into vapor.
Theatre Review: Nostalgic Shows Offer Comfort Food For The HolidaysDecember 19, 2013 | Jeff HudsonThe holiday plays are in full swing on Sacramento stages. Our theatre critic Jeff Hudson has been driving around at night, sizing up the various offerings, and he brings us these recommendations. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
