Sacramento King To Announce George Karl As New Head CoachFebruary 17, 2015The Sacramento Kings say they plan to formally introduce new head coach George Karl Tuesday afternoon at the Kings Practice Facility Court.
Is Compostable Cutlery Really Breaking Down?February 17, 2015 | Lesley McClurgYou might buy compostable forks and knives believing they're better for the environment. But, that depends on where you toss it out. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Takes On Questions Drones CreateFebruary 17, 2015 | Katie OrrUnmanned aerial vehicles, more commonly known as drones, are becoming increasingly popular. Today a hearing in the California state Senate will try to answer some of the questions drones create. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareLawmakers Should Start Planning in Case of Loss of Kids' Health Funding, LAO SaysFebruary 17, 2015 | Pauline BartoloneThe independent Legislative Analyst's Office says lawmakers should start preparing for a possible loss of federal funding for low-income children's health care. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Cyclists Have Mixed Reactions To New Bike Helmet BillFebruary 17, 2015 | Ben AdlerA new bill would require every California bicyclist to wear a helmet or pay a $25 fine. Existing law only requires minors under 18 to wear helmets. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentPlacer County Subsidizes Bicycles To Get Cars Off The RoadFebruary 17, 2015 | Lesley McClurgIf you live in Placer County, and you'd like to ride a bike to work, but you don't have one, you may be in luck. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki Gonzalez'Seven' Comes To SacramentoFebruary 17, 2015Next Sunday, the Sacramento chapter of the National Council of Jewish Women presents a theater piece titled “Seven” which tells the stories of women who led social change in the world. Insight has a preview. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Offshore Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Advisory In JapanFebruary 16, 2015(AP) -- Japan issued a tsunami advisory Tuesday morning after a magnitude-6.9 earthquake struck off its northeastern coast.
Wool Insulation Factory Moves Into SparksFebruary 16, 2015 | Ky PlaskonThe Reno-Sparks area is home to a new one-point-eight million dollar manufacturing plant that makes sustainable home insulation out of wool from New Zealand. More products from New Zealand may be on the way to the area. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Almond Growers Feeling Impact Of Ports ShutdownFebruary 16, 2015 | Rich IbarraWork at West Coast ports has been slowed for months by a labor disagreement. Now, operators of 29 ports have shut down completely for the long weekend. Monday is the fourth day of the shutdown. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.