State GovernmentRepublican Assemblyman Rocky Chavez Enters Senate RaceMarch 6, 2015There's a new candidate in the closely watched race for the US Senate in 2016. Chavez is a Republican who will run for the seat being vacated by Barbara Boxer.
State GovernmentBig Businesses Weigh In On DroughtMarch 5, 2015 | Katie OrrBig businesses in California say they want to be more involved in managing the state’s water supply. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia EDD Still Recovering From RecessionMarch 4, 2015 | Katie OrrThe California department that processes unemployment benefit claims is still recovering from the recession. The head of the department testified before a state Senate committee today Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezThe 'Unintended Consequences' Of Proposition 47March 4, 2015There are two new bills going through legislature, aimed at ironing out the “unintended consequences" of Proposition 47. We talk with former Senate President Darrell Steinberg about the glitches in the state's initiative process. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentResearch Animal Adoption Bill Moves ForwardMarch 3, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia lawmakers weighed in on animal research today, this bill would touch the lives of animals used in university research. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentWater Conservation Rate Drops As Does Water Content In SnowMarch 3, 2015 | Amy QuintonCalifornia’s water supply continues to diminish. The water content in the Sierra snowpack is the worst it’s been this time of year since 1991. Water conservation rates are equally dismal, dropping dramatically in January. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNew State Tax Law, Payment Option For California BusinessesMarch 3, 2015 | Ben AdlerCalifornia businesses that use tax preparation software must now file their state returns electronically. Meanwhile, the Franchise Tax Board is allowing businesses to pay their state tax bills by credit card for the first time. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCourt Rejects Blanket Sex Offender RestrictionsMarch 2, 2015 | Katie OrrThe California Supreme Court struck down state-wide restrictions on where sex offenders may live. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentMore Water Deliveries Through State Water ProjectMarch 2, 2015 | Amy QuintonWhat little bit of rain California received in December and February was just enough to help reservoir storage. The Department of Water Resources announced it will increase water deliveries through the State Water Project. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentWomen Gaining Leadership In California LegislatureMarch 2, 2015 | Katie OrrBeginning next fall three of California’s “big five” legislative leaders will be women. People who are working to elect women to office hope this leadership trio will convince more women to run. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.