State GovernmentAudit Says CSU Stashed Away $1.5 Billion And Raised TuitionJune 20, 2019(AP) — The California State University system kept $1.5 billion in discretionary reserves while it raised tuition and lobbied the Legislature for more state funding, according to a report released Thursday by the state auditor.
EnvironmentBaby California Condor Spotted Near Arizona-Utah LineJune 20, 2019(AP) — A baby California condor has been spotted near the Arizona-Utah line at Vermilion Cliffs National Monument.
State GovernmentCalifornia Assembly Committee Backs Vaccine Exemption LawJune 20, 2019A California Assembly committee voted 9-2 in support of new rules for vaccination exemptions on Thursday.
Police Officer Killed During Active Shooter Incident In North Sacramento, Suspect Surrenders After Hours-Long StandoffJune 20, 2019 | Sammy Caiola | Nick MillerOfficer Tara O’Sullivan died after being shot Wednesday evening by a man with a rifle in north Sacramento. He surrendered after barricading into a home for hours. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Nevada Energy Company Plans Outages To Prevent WildfiresJune 20, 2019(AP) — NV Energy plans to intentionally cut off electricity in areas prone to wildfires during times of extreme fire danger. The move comes after PG&E agreed to pay a $1 billion settlement to local governments for fires caused by downed power lines.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCapChat: Diversity In California's Attorney General's OfficeJune 20, 2019The State Attorney General’s Office is focussing on diversifying its staff. CapRadio State Government Reporter Scott Rodd discusses this and more in this week's Capitol Chat. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezSound Advice: Ninth Annual Davis Music FestJune 20, 2019 | Cody DrabbleDavis Live Music Collective executive director Kyle Monhollen joins with a preview of the artists performing this weekend at Davis Music Fest 9 in this week’s Sound Advice. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
More Shared Electric Bikes And Scooters Are Coming To SacramentoJune 19, 2019 | Randol WhiteStarting this week, Uber’s Jump brand plans to nearly double its fleet. And three other companies — Bird, Lime, and Spin — are also set to begin operating in the city next month. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Uncovered CaliforniaRedefining Who Is In Poverty Could Bump Thousands From Medi-CalJune 19, 2019 | Sammy CaiolaThe federal government plans to change how poverty is measured, which could bump low-income California families from health care and social welfare programs.
After 45 Years, Sacramento-Based Dimple Records Is Shutting DownJune 19, 2019 | Bob Moffitt | Steve MilneThe family-operated business announced it’s closing all seven of its stores, including Roseville, Folsom and Citrus Heights. A sale with discounted prices started Wednesday and will likely last a few months. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.