Program Looks to Bring Play Back to the ClassroomJanuary 10, 2014When UCLA researchers asked today's kindergarten teachers how much time they allot to play in the school day, almost 80 percent said less that 30 minutes a day. Some said there was no time for play at all.
California Health Officials Say Deadly Flu Virus SpreadingJanuary 10, 2014 | Max PringleCalifornia health officials are reporting the rate of illness from influenza is higher than normal for this time of year, with a more dangerous form of the virus leading the way. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Wild and Scenic Film Festival Highlights 'Empowerment'January 10, 2014 | Bob MoffittThe four-day event will show 120 films on a variety of subjects including shark-finning, genetically-modified food, and fracking.
Business Journal: Connections Between Local Business And The State Budget, SACTO's New Efforts, Lawyers And The Affordable Care ActJanuary 10, 2014 | Marianne RussThere are some implications for the Sacramento-area business community in California Governor Jerry Brown's new budget proposal. Jack Robinson has details on that and the week's other top business stories in this week's chat. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
City of Sacramento In Court Twice Over ArenaJanuary 9, 2014 | Bob MoffittThe City of Sacramento has asked a judge for control over part of the Downtown Plaza mall that's the site of a proposed Kings arena.
Governor Brown: Governors Can't Make It RainJanuary 9, 2014 | Amy QuintonGov. Jerry Brown says he’ll take whatever steps he can to help California’s farmers deal with the water shortage.
Brown Uses Budget to Push for More Time on PrisonsJanuary 9, 2014 | Katie OrrCalifornia remains under a court order to reduce its prison population. And Governor Jerry Brown is trying to use his budget to get the state some more time. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
More Suspicious Packages Found At Sac StateJanuary 9, 2014 | Bob MoffittFifteen suspicious packages have been found on the Sacramento State Campus today bringing the number to 23 reported since September.
Brown Pushes Fiscal Restraint As He Releases His Budget ProposalJanuary 9, 2014 | Ben AdlerCalifornia Governor Jerry Brown is calling for another year of fiscal prudence, despite the state’s $4.6 billion budget surplus. That’s drawing mixed reactions from legislative Democrats and cautious praise from minority Republicans. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Governor's Budget Would Spend Money on Groundwater MonitoringJanuary 9, 2014 | Amy QuintonEighty-percent of Californians rely, at least in part, on groundwater. Environmentalists say they’re pleased that California Governor Jerry Brown's budget proposal recognizes the need to manage groundwater better. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
