State GovernmentBoxer, Feinstein Seek Federal Review Of California Gas LeakJanuary 29, 2016(AP) - U.S. Sens. Barbara Boxer and Dianne Feinstein say they will seek federal review of an ongoing leak of natural gas from a utility's underground storage site that has forced thousands of people to leave nearby Los Angeles neighborhoods.
California CountsWhy Don't More Californians Vote?January 29, 2016California public media are asking why some people don't cast their ballots and how they're engaged in their communities. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCapitol Round-Up: Cannabis Fix, First Gas Leak Bill, DiapersJanuary 28, 2016 | Ben BradfordThe state Senate and Assembly sent their first bill to Governor Jerry Brown.
EnvironmentCalifornia Regulators Approve New Costs For Solar CustomersJanuary 28, 2016 | Amy QuintonA program that financially compensates owners of rooftop solar energy systems will continue in California, but new solar customers will face increased fees. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNext Phase For CFA, CSU Contract NegotiationsJanuary 28, 2016 | Ed JoyceThe next phase of salary negotiations between the California State University system and the California Faculty Association is underway. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentSenate To Take Up Ban On New Gas At Aliso CanyonJanuary 28, 2016(AP) - A state senator plans to try to rush through a bill putting a moratorium on injections of natural gas into a leaking Aliso Canyon storage facility.
Environment‘Modest Dents’ In Long-Term California DroughtJanuary 28, 2016 | Ed JoyceThe U.S. Drought Monitor released January 28 says "slow and steady recovery" has reduced drought in California, with the trend "going in the right direction." Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBrown Backs Overhaul Of California's Sentencing SystemJanuary 27, 2016 | Ben AdlerCalifornia voters will likely be asked this fall to overhaul the state’s criminal justice sentencing system. On Wednesday, Gov. Jerry Brown announced he’ll do “whatever it takes” to pass the ballot measure. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Capitol Round-Up: Disclosure, Double Pay, Fantasy SportsJanuary 27, 2016 | Ben BradfordIt was a busy Wednesday at the state Capitol in California.
State GovernmentHigh Speed Rail Costs Questioned In Assembly HearingJanuary 27, 2016 | Ben BradfordThe California High Speed Rail Authority is again defending its estimates of the project’s $68 billion cost--this time, to lawmakers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
