State GovernmentGov. Gavin Newsom Wants To End California Sales Tax On Tampons, DiapersMay 7, 2019(AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, unveiled Tuesday what they call a "parents' agenda." Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Renews Bid To Get Presidential Candidates' TaxesMay 3, 2019(AP) — The California Legislature is trying again to force presidential candidates to publicly disclose their tax returns.
State GovernmentThe Trump Administration Stopped Working On California’s High-Speed Rail Project Last Year. Now, It’s Not Even Talking With The State.May 2, 2019 | Ben AdlerThe Trump administration has cut off all communication and cooperation with the California High-Speed Rail Authority. The state says that puts the already embattled project at risk of further delays and cost increases. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCapitol Chat: High Speed Rail Update, May Budget Revise And Campaign Season BeginsMay 2, 2019Capitol Bureau Chief Ben Adler discusses the latest on high speed rail, negotiations on the state budget and the beginning of presidential campaigning in California. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentPrice Tag For California High-Speed Rail Increases Again, But State Says There’s Money To Build From Merced To BakersfieldMay 1, 2019 | Ben AdlerIn his first formal move to shape the future of the state’s high-speed rail project, Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration has released cost estimates and plans to build track, trains and stations in the Central Valley. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentGov. Newsom Creates Commission To Study Future Of Work (And Struggles To Change A Light Bulb)May 1, 2019 | Ben AdlerHe made the announcement while honoring May Day Wednesday at American River College in Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentMajor California Utilities, Including PG&E, Spent $1.3 Million On LobbyingMay 1, 2019(AP) — California's three major utilities spent at least $1.3 million to lobby state government in the first three months of 2019.
