State GovernmentCalifornia Popular-Vote Measure To Start Signature GatheringMarch 7, 2017(AP) - Supporters of a California proposition asking if the president should be elected by popular vote have cleared the first hurdle to getting on the 2018 ballot.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezStockton Record Columnist Examines Case Against Ex-Mayor Anthony SilvaMarch 7, 2017Insight gives an update from Stockton on the arrest of former Mayor Anthony Silva, who is facing a slew of charges for taking funds from the Boys and Girls Club he ran. Stockton Record Columnist Michael Fitzgerald examines Silva’s case. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentProposed Bill Would Protect Bees From Harmful ChemicalMarch 6, 2017 | Ja'Nel JohnsonBee colonies are declining in California and nationwide, and some experts say it's due to a harmful chemical linked to nicotine.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezPolitical Junkie Discusses Trump's New Travel BanMarch 6, 2017The Political Junkie is turning his analytical gaze west. Ken Rudin, known to NPR listeners from his many years talking all things politics with Neal Conan on "Talk of the Nation," joins Insight host Beth Ruyak for our signature segment. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Assembly To Vote On $3B Parks BondMarch 3, 2017 | Ben BradfordIt would be the first bill to receive a vote this session. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCity Officials' Work-Related Emails From Personal Accounts Subject To Public Records LawMarch 3, 2017 | Ben BradfordPublic officials in California must disclose e-mails under the state public records act, even if they come from their personal accounts. The state Supreme Court issued that ruling Thursday.
State GovernmentDemocrat Eyes Tax Credits For Employers To Help With DaycareMarch 3, 2017A Nevada lawmaker has revived a proposal to give businesses a break on payroll taxes if they help employees pay for child care.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCapitol Chat: Sessions, Privacy And State Senate ClashMarch 3, 2017 | Cody DrabbleSen. Kamala Harris calls for Jeff Sessions to resign and state lawmakers can expect to have their private communications monitored. State Government Reporter Ben Bradford recaps this week in politics on Capitol Chat. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentMoney From Cap-And-Trade Plummets (Again)March 1, 2017 | Ben BradfordFor the third time in four quarters, California’s most prominent program to fight climate change brought in a fraction of the revenue state officials projected. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareMcCarty Bill Aimed At Fighting Opioid AddictionMarch 1, 2017 | Steve MilneDemocratic State Assemblymember Kevin McCarty of Sacramento wants to impose a one-cent per milligram surcharge on prescription opioids. The fee would pay for drug addiction prevention, treatment and rehabilitation programs. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.