Federal Shutdown Hindering Civil Suits and Criminal ProsecutionsOctober 3, 2013 | Bob MoffittThe U.S. Attorney's Office in Sacramento says the federal shutdown is making it tough to fulfill the duties assigned.
Suspect Dead, Two Police Officers Injured In Chase At U.S. CapitolOctober 3, 2013A woman who reportedly tried to ram a security barrier outside the White House led police on a high-speed chase that ended near Capitol Hill, where gunshots were fired by police. The incident left the suspect dead and two police officers injured.
CalFire Increases Staffing Due to Fire DangerOctober 3, 2013 | Marianne RussCalFire says the gusty winds and low humidity expected throughout California over the next few days will dramatically increase the fire danger.
Grapes Of Wrath Road Trip Will Collect Modern StoriesOctober 3, 2013 | Steve MilneA group of artists is gearing up for a cross-country road trip that will end in California. It's part of a project to mark the 75th anniversary of John Steinbeck's novel "The Grapes of Wrath." Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
On Day 3 Of Shutdown, It's Deja Vu All Over AgainOctober 3, 2013The partial shutdown continues. The two sides haven't publicly shifted their positions. So once again we turn to that sage of the baseball diamond, Yogi Berra, for the best line on the news that keeps repeating.
Governor Brown Signs California Undocumented Immigrant Driver License BillOctober 3, 2013 | Max PringleA bill signed into law today by California Governor Jerry Brown grants undocumented immigrants the right to obtain driver licenses. California is now the 10th state to legalize licenses for undocumented immigrants. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Shutdown A Teachable Moment At Some SchoolsOctober 3, 2013 | Steve MilneSome Sacramento area teachers are using the federal government shutdown as a teachable moment. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Customers and Employees Still At Sacramento Offices Despite Government ShutdownOctober 2, 2013 | Bob MoffittSome furloughed federal employees have been asked to report for work even though there is no guarantee they will be paid.
No More "STAR" Testing for Calif. StudentsOctober 2, 2013 | Ben AdlerCalifornia Governor Jerry Brown has signed a bill that moves the state away from the current “STAR” tests towards a new testing system under the nationwide “Common Core” curriculum. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insurance Exchanges Roll Out Despite Government ShutdownOctober 2, 2013 | Matt LasloWhile Northern California Republicans are demanding a delay of the Affordable Care Act, the White House moved forward with its plan to open up health insurance exchanges today. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.