Advocates Say Brown Budget Could Invest More In Kids' HealthJanuary 9, 2014 | Pauline BartoloneCalifornia’s advocates for children’s health say the Governor’s budget could do more to ensure low-income kids have access to services. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Budget Proposal: Brown Wants To Set Aside $300M for high-speed railJanuary 9, 2014Gov. Jerry Brown formally announced his budget Thursday, a day after it was leaked early to the media.
A Bill To Increase Temporary Shelter Benefits In California AssemblyJanuary 9, 2014 | Max PringleA California bill that would increase a temporary shelter relief benefit for the first time in eight years has been introduced in the Assembly. Supporters say it’s an attempt to keep pace with the cost of living. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Non-Profits Tweet For HelpJanuary 9, 2014 | Bob MoffittNon-profit organizations have traditionally filled out lots of paperwork to ask for assistance. Capital Public Radio's Bob Moffitt reports a Sacramento leadership program is asking instead for 140-character tweets. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
National Weather Conference Starts Today In TahoeJanuary 9, 2014Lake Tahoe policy makers will be playing a prominent role in a national weather conference that begins today in South Lake Tahoe.
State University Drive Reopens After Suspicious Device InvestigationJanuary 9, 2014Suspicious devices found on the Sacramento State campus prompted police to shut down State University Drive Thursday.
Authorities Pick Up Panhandling Family In ModestoJanuary 9, 2014 | Rich IbarraA family of four with two young children were picked up for panhandling which for them has become a profession. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Local SPCA Shares The Story Of One Tiny StrayJanuary 9, 2014 | Melody StoneNellie, the 13 oz teacup chihuahua, was found on the streets back in September. Due to her adorable nature SPCA staff started an instagram account to share her cuteness; a few months later she has been on national news and has nearly 2,000 followers.
Brown Budget Calls For Changes To Medi-CalJanuary 8, 2014 | Pauline BartoloneGovernor Jerry Brown's budget proposal includes health policy changes for the state’s Medi-Cal program.
Foreclosures Down In Sacramento and Stockton...Or Are They?January 8, 2014 | Bob MoffittThe latest foreclosure numbers show steep and nearly identical decreases for Sacramento and Stockton compared to last year.
