EnvironmentUSFS Firefighter Dies While Responding To Modoc County WildfireJuly 31, 2015A U.S. Forest Service firefighter has been found dead while on assignment battling a wildfire in the Modoc National Forest, according to officials.
State GovernmentCommunity Colleges Seek To Streamline Degree PathwayJuly 31, 2015 | Katie OrrKnowing what classes to take to finish school can be challenging. But the California Community Colleges are trying to take some mystery out of the process. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentFriday Northern California Wildfire Roundup: Lowell, Wragg, Willow, SwedesJuly 31, 2015UPDATE: 6:14 p.m. Governor Jerry Brown has declared a state of emergency for California because of wildfires burning throughout the state. See details on several of the northern and central California fires. Updated as new information is available.
State GovernmentLooking For Solutions On Banking And MarijuanaJuly 31, 2015 | Katie OrrThe marijuana industry is rapidly expanding. But many banks refuse to work with the businesses because of conflicts with federal law. The California Board of Equalization held a meeting today to assess the problem. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentRocky Fire Progresses, Containment At 5 PercentJuly 31, 2015UPDATED 6:23 p.m. - Officials say the Rock Fire burning in Lake County continues to progress. The blaze has scorched 18,000 acres and is 5 percent contained. Mandatory evacuations are in place in some areas.
EnvironmentForecast Of Lightning In California Brings Wildfire ConcernsJuly 31, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe weather forecast through the weekend includes thunderstorms and lightning for parts of northern California, which could spark new wildfires. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
USGS Awards $4M To Boost Earthquake Early Warning SystemsJuly 31, 2015(AP) - The U.S. Geological Survey has awarded $4 million to four universities in the Pacific Northwest and California to boost the development of earthquake early warning systems.
BART Prepares For Transbay Tube Weekend Shut DownJuly 31, 2015(AP) - Track work is shutting down the Transbay Tube for the weekend, and BART officials are warning riders to find alternate routes from the East Bay into San Francisco.
Despite Increased Visibility, Challenges Persists For Transgender CommunityJuly 31, 2015 | Marnette FederisCaitlyn Jenner, featured on the cover of Vanity Fair, has raised awareness of transgender issues. But for most trans men and women, life is not so glamorous. The Gender Health Center tries to help transgender individuals overcome these challenges. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Undocumented Immigration In CaliforniaNumber Of Undocumented California Students DecliningJuly 31, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia has the country’s largest population of undocumented immigrants. And that means thousands of undocumented children are enrolled in California schools. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
