State GovernmentBecerra Files Brief In Sanctuary City CaseOctober 19, 2017The California and Illinois attorneys general hope to weigh in on a sanctuary city case involving the Justice Department and the city of Chicago.
State GovernmentConservatives Mounting Campaign To Repeal California’s New Gas Tax Getting Financial BoostOctober 19, 2017 | Ben AdlerConservatives mounting a campaign to repeal California’s new gas tax are getting a financial boost that could help them qualify the initiative for next November’s ballot.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCapitol Chat: #WeSaidEnoughOctober 19, 2017 | Chris RemingtonState government reporter Ben Bradford discusses recent bills signed and vetoed by Governor Brown, as well as the open letter signed by almost 150 women at the Capitol detailing a pervasive culture of sexual harassment and assault. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCulture Of Sexual Harassment And Assault At The CapitolOctober 19, 2017 | Chris RemingtonTwo women share their experiences of sexual harassment and assault at the California State Capitol. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Asks Judge To Block Trump Health Care OrderOctober 18, 2017 | Ben BradfordCalifornia is requesting an emergency injunction that would allow key federal payments under the Affordable Care Act to continue, after President Trump issued an executive order to cancel them last week. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Most Calif. Farmers Say They Don’t Have Enough Workers To Pick CropsOctober 18, 2017 | Rich IbarraThe California Farm Bureau conducted the survey which showed 70 percent of farmers experienced labor shortages. Yet many farmers in the survey say they have increased wages, benefits, and more year-round jobs. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentWomen In California Politics Describe Culture Of HarassmentOctober 17, 2017 | Ben BradfordMore than 150 women who work in California state politics have signed on to a letter describing a culture of harassment and belittlement.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezInsurance Commissioner Dave Jones On Wildfire ResponseOctober 17, 2017 | Chris RemingtonCalifornia Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones joins Insight to talk about issues confronting homeowners in the wake of wildfires. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCalifornia Housing Director Says Wildfires Could Amplify Housing ShortageOctober 17, 2017 | Cody DrabbleThe California Department of Housing And Community Development is on the front lines of the statewide affordability crisis. Director Ben Metcalf joins Insight to talk about what the state is doing to help renters and homeowners. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentGov. Brown Vetoes 12 Percent Of BillsOctober 16, 2017 | Ben BradfordCalifornia has more than 800 new laws on the books this year, after Governor Jerry Brown finished signing legislation this weekend. He also vetoed more than 100 measures. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
