Health CareDeadline Sparks Surge in Covered California ApplicationsMarch 31, 2014 | Ben AdlerUninsured Californians rushed to sign up for health insurance under the federal health care law ahead of Monday's midnight deadline. Many went to enrollment events as the Covered California call center reported waits of more than an hour. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleCity Of Reno Loosens Requirements For ArtistsMarch 31, 2014 | Ky PlaskonThe Reno City Council has eliminated permit fees for artists, allowing them to perform and sell merchandise in public places and at special events. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Lower Power Bills For Nearly 12 million CaliforniansMarch 31, 2014 | Bob MoffittNearly 12 million Californians will get a discount on their power bill this month, in October and twice-per-year next year, too. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalFire Beefing Up Ranks Earlier Than UsualMarch 31, 2014 | Steve MilneDespite the rain and snow Northern California is getting with this latest storm, state officials stress we're still in a drought. In fact, CalFire is hiring seasonal firefighters ahead of schedule. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentYee Appears In Federal CourtMarch 31, 2014(AP) Updated -- Federal prosecutors and lawyers for a California state senator charged with accepting bribes and coordinating a cash-for-guns scheme are still negotiating the terms of the politician's release pending trial.
Adoption Allows Rescued Hens To Spread Their Wings March 29, 2014 | Marnette FederisAs the popularity of backyard hens grows, advocates and officials urge potential owners to do their research.
Magnitude-5.1 Quake Rumbles Los AngelesMarch 29, 2014A magnitude-5.1 earthquake shook the Los Angeles area and surrounding counties Friday night. The U.S. Geological Survey said the quake struck at about 9:09 p.m. and was centered near Brea in Orange County — about 20 miles southeast of downtown LA.
State GovernmentSenate Suspends Senators Yee, Wright, CalderonMarch 28, 2014 | Katie OrrThe California State Senate suspended three Senators today. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Lawsuit Puts Future Of Lake Tahoe 4th Of July Fireworks In LimboMarch 28, 2014 | Ky PlaskonThe Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority voted Thursday to cancel this year's and future 4th of July and Labor Day fireworks unless a federal lawsuit is settled or dismissed by April 4. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareFaith Groups Helping Enroll People In Health CoverageMarch 28, 2014 | Pauline BartoloneFaith groups are stepping up to help enroll people in health insurance in the final days of open enrollment this week. Covered California says religious organizations have been good partners all along, but now they're making a concerted push.
