State GovernmentProp. 8 Ruling Could Haunt Future Ballot InitiativesDecember 24, 2015 | Ben BradfordThe Chief Justice of the California Supreme Court thinks the legal battle over Proposition 8 could have a ripple effect on the state’s initiative process. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New California Laws 2016New California Law Requires Bright Markings On BB GunsDecember 24, 2015 | Chris NicholsA new California law meant to boost gun safety, especially for teenagers and law enforcement, goes into effect on Jan. 1. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentScientists Rescue Salmon Near SacramentoDecember 23, 2015 | Katie OrrScientists with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife are rescuing Chinook salmon that took a wrong turn.
New California Laws 2016New California Laws 2016 Interactive GraphicDecember 23, 2015 | Melody StoneFor our new laws series, we've chosen to focus on laws that will have a tangible impact on Californians' lives right away. Here's an interactive graphic to visualize some of the more noteable laws.
State GovernmentCalifornia Ahead Of Curve As Clean Power Plan Takes EffectDecember 22, 2015New rules taking effect mandate that all states meet new goals for cutting carbon emissions. California is on track to surpass its target. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New California Laws 2016New Laws Open New Paths To Electric Bikes and SkateboardsDecember 22, 2015 | Ben BradfordElectric bike and skateboard riders will have new access to California roads in 2016, as well as new requirements. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentMeasure To Limit Transgender Restroom Use Fails To QualifyDecember 22, 2015(AP) - Backers of a proposed ballot initiative that sought to require transgender people to use the public restrooms that correspond with their biological sex say they have failed to qualify the measure for the California ballot.
New California Laws 2016Supporters Of New Law: Let's Find Homes, Not Group Homes, For Foster KidsDecember 22, 2015 | Bob MoffittThe new year will bring big changes to California’s foster care system – even though the changes aren’t mandated until 2017.
State GovernmentCalifornia Regulators Could Loosen Water Conservation MandateDecember 21, 2015 | Ben AdlerGov. Jerry Brown’s administration is signaling it’s ready to relax the state’s 25 percent urban water conservation mandate – at least a little bit – as the state enters its fifth year of drought. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New California Laws 2016California Leads The Country In Minimum WageDecember 21, 2015 | Lesley McClurgCalifornia workers earning minimum wage will get an extra dollar an hour at the beginning of the year. The state raised the rate from $8 to $9 in July 2014. Soon it will be $10 an hour. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
