Governor's Possible Budget Move On Cap And Trade Gets Mixed ReactionsJanuary 6, 2014 | Amy QuintonEnvironmental groups are reacting to the possibility that California Governor Jerry Brown’s budget may propose using cap-and-trade revenue for High Speed Rail. The state has generated $530-million from the greenhouse gas emissions reduction program. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Citrus Growers Assess Damage of Cold SnapJanuary 6, 2014Back in December, a deep freeze settled on the state. Most of us got away unscathed, but not California's $2 billion dollar citrus crop. A lot of fruit was damaged, which may impact prices on citrus in the near future.
Utah's Same-Sex Marriage On HoldJanuary 6, 2014(AP) -- The U.S. Supreme Court issued an order Monday that has put same-sex marriages on hold in Utah, at least while a federal appeals court considers the issue.
Applicants for Nevada's Driver Authorization Card Failing Written TestJanuary 6, 2014(AP) -- Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles officials say most of those applying for a driver authorization card have failed the written test.
Covered California Extends Payment Deadline To Jan. 15January 6, 2014(AP) -- Covered California announced that it has extended the deadline for payments until Jan. 15.
Public Hearing Today On Fracking RegulationsJanuary 6, 2014 | Amy QuintonInterim regulations for the controversial oil extraction process known as “fracking” went into effect in California last week. But several public hearings are scheduled across the state this week on permanent regulations. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Study Shows California Housing Market RecoveringJanuary 6, 2014A new report says California’s real estate market rebounded rapidly in 2013. And, the study predicts it will continue to recover in 2014, just at a slower rate Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
They're Back! Calif. Legislature Reconvenes MondayJanuary 6, 2014 | Ben AdlerCalifornia lawmakers return to the state Capitol Monday to begin the second half of the two-year legislative session. The tension this year could be about what to do with the state’s brand-new, multi-billion dollar budget surplus. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New Workplace Protections for Domestic Violence, Stalking, Sexual Abuse VictimsJanuary 6, 2014 | Ben AdlerVictims of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking in California no longer have to worry about being fired or discriminated against at their workplace under a new state law now in effect. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New Flu Shot Debuts In CaliforniaJanuary 6, 2014 | Bob MoffittMost people will receive a flu shot to immunize them against three different types of flu. But, there's a new vaccine that covers four strains. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
