EnvironmentCalifornia Reservoirs Benefit From Recent StormsFebruary 11, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe recent storms have helped California's reservoir storage. But meteorologists say a dry forecast means many reservoirs will soon drop below average. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNew Push To Regulate Medical Marijuana In CaliforniaFebruary 11, 2015 | Ben AdlerWith a ballot measure that would legalize recreational marijuana in California likely coming next year, state lawmakers this year will once again debate legislation that would regulate medical marijuana. Similar measures stalled last year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNewsom To Run For California GovernorFebruary 11, 2015 | Katie OrrCampaigning to be the next governor of California has already begun, even though the election isn’t until 2018. Lt. Governor Gavin Newsom announced today he’s running for the office. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentLawmakers Hold Hearing On Police Community RelationsFebruary 10, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia lawmakers are jumping into the debate surrounding law enforcement agencies and communities of color. A variety of views were represented at today’s day-long hearing at the state Capitol. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentEducation Funding Debate Begins At California CapitolFebruary 9, 2015 | Ben AdlerCalifornia is getting billions of extra dollars from the booming economy – and nearly all of it is headed to schools and community colleges. That’s setting up a debate over where the extra revenue should go. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Strengthens Oil Drilling Waste RulesFebruary 9, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia says it will do a better job of monitoring oil drilling that could affect the state’s groundwater supply. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezThe Political Junkie Goes WestFebruary 9, 2015The Political Junkie is turning his analytical gaze west. Ken Rudin, known to NPR listeners from his many years talking all things politics with Neal Conan on "Talk of the Nation," joins Insight host Beth Ruyak for our signature segment. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Legislature Wants Oversight On Water Bond MoneyFebruary 9, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia voters have approved spending billions of dollars on water management projects. But some lawmakers are worried about where the money will go. They’ll hold two oversight hearings this week. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
The Legal Battle Over Foie Gras ContinuesFebruary 9, 2015 | Lesley McClurgThe fight over foie gras is heating up again. California Attorney General Kamala Harris is appealing a federal ruling that lifted the state’s ban on serving fatty duck or goose liver. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareOnly the Sickest Hepatitis C Patients Get High Cost Drugs in Medi-CalFebruary 9, 2015 | Pauline BartoloneCalifornia Governor Jerry Brown’s proposed budget would spend more on specialty drugs like those to treat Hepatitis C than what is spent to run the entire State Department of Insurance. But only the sickest Medi-Cal patients can get the drugs. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
