State GovernmentBill Would Require Agencies To Approve U Visas For Immigrants Helpful In InvestigationsApril 21, 2015 | Katie OrrA bill in the California legislature would require local law enforcement agencies to sign off on federal U visas if victims have been helpful in investigations. U visas are designed to let immigrants report crimes without fear of deportation.
EnvironmentMiwok Tribe Opens Smaller Outdoor Gun RangeApril 20, 2015Tribe opens smaller outdoor gun range in El Dorado County. But some people living nearby still have concerns about safety and sound. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCourt Strikes Down Tiered Water-RatesApril 20, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia Governor Jerry Brown is calling on local water agencies to adjust their pricing structures as a way to promote conservation. But a state court ruling issued today could undermine those efforts. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Drought: New Proposed Water Reduction Plan ReleasedApril 18, 2015 | Amy QuintonThe State Water Resources Control Board has released new proposed regulations on water use in California.
State GovernmentAnother Strong Jobs Gain For CaliforniaApril 17, 2015 | Ben AdlerCalifornia’s economic momentum continued last month. The state added nearly 40,000 new jobs in March, while its unemployment rate fell to 6.5 percent. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Bicycle Helmet Mandate Dead At California CapitolApril 16, 2015 | Ben AdlerThere will be no bicycle helmet mandate in California – at least not this year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBrown Says Water Rights Changes ComingApril 16, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia’s system of water rights is coming under scrutiny as the state’s drought gets worse. Today Governor Jerry Brown indicated there may be some changes coming to the century-old system. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBrown Quiet On Undocumented Health Care BillApril 16, 2015 | Katie OrrGovernor Jerry Brown has declined to say whether he supports a bill that would extend Medi-Cal to some undocumented immigrants in California.
State GovernmentRoad Repair Bill Would Raise California Gas Tax, Vehicle FeesApril 16, 2015 | Ben AdlerCalifornia drivers would pay higher gas taxes, vehicle license fees and vehicle registration fees under a new highway and road repair proposal at the state Capitol. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentDrought Relief Legislation Starts Slowly In WashingtonApril 16, 2015When it comes to California drought relief, it’s been a dry year so far on Capitol Hill. Central Valley politicians and farm interests have been in Congress this week to remind lawmakers about the dire situation back home. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
