EclecticBeatnik Reopens In A New Space: Weddings And Original ArtJuly 31, 2014 | Melody StoneThe mission of Beatnik Studios is to foster a thriving art scene in Sacramento and its founders and owners say they're making it work by shifting the traditional gallery business model.
Plumas National Forest Fire Crews Busy With Lightning FiresJuly 30, 2014 | Ed JoyceFirefighters contained several small fires after 100 lightning strikes.
State GovernmentIndependent Commission: Fix Parks System, Then Ask Voters to Pay For ItJuly 30, 2014 | Ben AdlerAn independent state commission says the California Department of Parks and Recreation must fix its broken administration, management and bureaucracy. It then recommends asking voters to pay for maintaining the parks. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
El Portal Fire Update: Big Oak Flat Road In Yosemite National Park ReopensJuly 30, 2014 | Ed JoyceUPDATED -- A major route into Yosemite National Park has re-opened. Highway 120 was temporarily closed at the Big Oak Flat Road entrance station due to the El Portal Fire burning in the park.
Starbucks Out, Peet's In At Sacramento Terminal AJuly 30, 2014 | Bob MoffittA concessionaire with exclusive contracts with Starbucks and Lemon Grass Restaurant has given up its spaces at Sacramento International Airport's Terminal A. The concessionaire's competitor will take over the spaces and make $3 million in upgrades. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Crews Battling Wildfire In Placer CountyJuly 30, 2014A new wildfire is burning in the Foresthill area of Placer County.
Public Comment on Huge Water Project in California EndsJuly 30, 2014 | Amy QuintonComment on a proposed draft to build one of the largest public works projects in California has officially come to an end. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentSchool Bond Backers Pressure Brown To Reach DealJuly 30, 2014 | Ben AdlerA school bond measure passed the California Assembly without opposition earlier this year. But it’s far from clear whether lawmakers can win Governor Jerry Brown’s support to place it on the November ballot. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentNew California Fines For Wasting Water Take EffectJuly 30, 2014New regulations that include fines up to $500 a day for residents who waste water are taking effect in California.
California State Fair Attendance Jumps 11 PercentJuly 30, 2014 | Ed JoyceThis year's California State Fair ended on a high note.
