New California Laws 2016Pregnancy Centers Must Comply With Abortion Information LawDecember 31, 2015Several anti-abortion pregnancy centers must comply with a new state law that requires them to provide their clients with information on their health care options including abortion, three judges have ruled in recent decisions. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentDespite Rain And Snow California Drought PersistsDecember 31, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe recent snow and rain help, but more is needed as California heads toward a record fifth year of drought.
New California Laws 2016Prohibition-Era Restrictions On California Liquor Distillers To Be LiftedDecember 31, 2015 | Ben AdlerYou wouldn’t believe what California distillers have had to do to sell their own craft liquor in tasting rooms. But that’s about to change. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New California Laws 2016New Calif. Law Prohibits Discrimination Based on Immigration StatusDecember 30, 2015 | Lesley McClurgA new California law provides civil rights protections to undocumented workers, or non-English speakers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentBiomass Power Could Help California's Dying ForestsDecember 30, 2015 | Amy QuintonCalifornia's dying trees create a huge wildfire risk. Can biomass power help solve the problem? Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New California Laws 2016California Expanding Equal Pay LawDecember 29, 2015 | Katie OrrWomen in California could see greater salary parity with men under an expanded pay equity law. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New California Laws 2016New Law Gives Californians "Right to Dry"December 29, 2015 | Amy QuintonYou may not think hanging clothes to dry outside would be a controversial topic, but you’d be wrong. A new law taking effect in January will allow Californians to have clotheslines in backyards. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentShould You Buy Liability Coverage For Your Drone?December 28, 2015 | Ben BradfordAs more drones fill the sky, the industry and elected officials are urging hobbyists flying them to get insurance. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentGov. Brown Appoints New Secretary Of Corrections And RehabilitationDecember 28, 2015Today, the governor promoted undersecretary Scott Kernan to the position of Secretary of Corrections and Rehabilitation. He previously served as a California prison warden and ran a consulting firm.
New California Laws 2016New State Law To Target Wage TheftDecember 28, 2015 | Steve MilneCalifornia’s Labor Commission will have more ways of going after companies found guilty of wage theft under a new state law taking effect on Jan. 1. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
