State GovernmentContraception Coverage Still Required in California Despite SCOTUS RulingJune 30, 2014 | Ben AdlerThe U.S. Supreme Court’s “Hobby Lobby” decision will only have a limited effect in California because it does not affect a 15-year-old California law that requires health insurance plans to include birth control. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Environment150th Anniversary of YosemiteJune 30, 2014Capital Public Radio has a collection of stories from visitors and officials about Yosemite National Park as it celebrates 150 years.
EnvironmentDavis Plastic Bag Ban Begins TuesdayJune 30, 2014 | Ed JoyceStarting Tuesday, July 1, all retail stores and restaurants in the City of Davis will be banned from providing single-use plastic carryout grocery bags.
Unique Housing Project Enters Final PhaseJune 30, 2014 | Bob MoffittA project that provides no-interest loans on energy-efficient, mass-transit-friendly homes to qualified low-income families is about halfway through. When completed, 14 homes will have been built in South Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Temperatures Expected To Clear Century Mark As Heat Wave ContinuesJune 30, 2014Monday is expected to be the hottest day of the week, with a forecast high of 107. Temperatures will inch downward beginning Tuesday, with highs in the low 90s by the end of the week.
EnvironmentDrought Blamed For Drop In Cherry HarvestJune 30, 2014 | Rich IbarraThe drought is hurting California's cherry crop. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareSchool-Based Dental Care In California Works, Study SaysJune 30, 2014 | Pauline BartoloneA new study of a California program says bringing basic dental services to schools can gets care to people who need it. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Poll: Companies Not Planning On Seasonal LayoffsJune 30, 2014 | Steve MilneA new hiring trends survey released Monday indicated that fewer hiring in the next few months compared to last year. But, companies also say they are not planning on seasonal layoffs.
EnvironmentYosemite Grant Act Anniversary Celebrated With Tree Restoration ProjectJune 30, 2014 | Amy QuintonA project to restore 2,000-year-old giant sequoias is underway in Yosemite National Park. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia State Employees Receive Pay Raises Starting July 1June 30, 2014 | Max PringleCalifornia state employees will be getting the first pay raise many of them have had in years starting Tuesday. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
