State GovernmentCalifornia Governor Can Pursue Inmate Ballot MeasureMarch 9, 2016(AP) - The California Supreme Court says Gov. Jerry Brown can continue pursuing a plan to reduce the state's prison inmate population by releasing non-violent felons early while it considers a legal challenge.
State GovernmentCalifornia Supreme Court Will Stream Arguments OnlineMarch 8, 2016(AP) — The California Supreme Court will begin streaming oral arguments online.
State GovernmentCalif. Chief Justice Calls For More Children's Attorneys, Funding ReviewMarch 8, 2016 | Ben BradfordThe Chief Justice of the California Supreme Court says the way state courts are funded creates inequalities. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentSouthern California Water Agency Takes Step To Buy Delta LandMarch 8, 2016 | Amy QuintonThe board of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California has voted to enter into a contract to buy land in the hub of the state’s water system, the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta.
State GovernmentMental Health Bill Focuses On College StudentsMarch 8, 2016 | Jonathan AyestasAssemblyman Kevin McCarty proposed a bill that would match college funding on mental health services dollar-for-dollar. While the details are still getting worked out, it could increase accessibility for combating mental health stigma.
EnvironmentStorms Boost Sierra Nevada Snowpack, ReservoirsMarch 7, 2016 | Ed JoyceMaybe a "Miracle March" will ease some of the deficits from the historic four-year drought in California. Recent storms have boosted the Sierra Nevada snowpack and more snow is in the forecast. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Storms Prompt Releases From Folsom Reservoir, Local FloodingMarch 7, 2016 | Amy QuintonStorms bring local flooding, debris flows, and prompt increased releases from Folsom Reservoir.
State GovernmentNancy Reagan's Legacy As California First LadyMarch 7, 2016In the wake of Nancy Reagan’s death, we look back at when the Reagans moved to Sacramento where she left her stamp as California’s first lady. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentRendon Sworn In As 70th California Assembly SpeakerMarch 7, 2016 | Ben AdlerCalifornia has a new speaker of the state Assembly. Anthony Rendon took the oath of office Monday in a packed Assembly chamber. The Los Angeles County Democrat is the 70th person to hold what is arguably California's second most powerful office. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentAnthony Rendon To Be Sworn In As Speaker Of California AssemblyMarch 7, 2016 | Ben Bradford7:11 a.m.: The California state Assembly will swear-in a new Speaker Monday. Assemblyman Anthony Rendon will take the oath of office at 1 p.m. Rendon could be in the position for awhile.
