EnvironmentCalifornia Approves New Tougher Water RestrictionsMarch 17, 2015 | Amy QuintonThe drought in California has led the State Water Resources Control Board to tighten emergency water restrictions. The changes mainly affect urban water suppliers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentLack Of Coastal Housing Driving All Prices UpMarch 17, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia has fallen dramatically behind the amount of housing it needs to keep up with supply. But a new report out today says building more won't be easy. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentStudy: California Drought Decreases HydroPower, Increases Greenhouse Gas EmissionsMarch 17, 2015 | Ed JoyceA new study says the drought in California has caused an increased use of natural gas for electricity supply as diminished river flows decrease hydropower generation. The result is higher electricity costs and increased greenhouse gas emissions. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentEndangered Delta Smelt May Be ExtinctMarch 16, 2015 | Amy QuintonA small endangered fish that plays a pivotal role in California’s water wars may well be on its way out. Populations of the Delta smelt have plummeted to their lowest levels ever. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNew Scrutiny For Brown's Retiree Health Care Proposal As Labor Talks BeginMarch 16, 2015 | Ben AdlerLabor negotiations will begin this month on Gov. Jerry Brown’s proposal to overhaul retiree health care benefits for state employees. But a new report from the non-partisan Legislative Analyst's Office says the governor’s proposal raises questions. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCalifornia Safety-Net Hospitals 'At Risk' Under Health System ChangesMarch 16, 2015 | Pauline BartoloneThroughout California, many hospitals that serve mostly low-income patients face financial strains. Hospitals and economists say changes in the health care system are making the problems even worse. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentKey California Senate Race Pits Labor Vs. BusinessMarch 16, 2015 | Ben AdlerTuesday’s special election for an East Bay Area California state Senate seat has turned into a big battle between labor unions and business groups. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Environment3,200 People Risk Running Out of Water In DroughtMarch 13, 2015 | Amy Quinton3,200 people in the Sierra Nevada foothill community of Lake Don Pedro rely on water from nearby Lake McClure. But the lake level is dangerously low. That’s forcing the community to find another supply. So far it’s come up dry. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Teacher Layoffs Up Slightly This YearMarch 13, 2015 | Ben AdlerAbout 1,000 California teachers are getting termination notices this week ahead of Sunday’s annual teacher layoff deadline. That’s a couple hundred higher than last year, but far below the 22,000 five years ago. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentRepublicans Say California Legislature Needs UpdatingMarch 12, 2015 | Katie OrrBusinesses often revamp their practices to operate more efficiently and Assembly Republicans say the California Legislature could take some lessons. They announced package of bills today intended to modernize the Legislature. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
