Cork Versus Screw Cap: Which Preserves The Flavor Of Wine Better?February 27, 2015 | Lesley McClurgIn recent years, a growing number of wine makers are using screw caps rather than natural corks. The trend worries natural cork producers who have mounted an ad campaign targeting Northern California wine buyers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentLawmakers Consider Affordable Housing ProjectsFebruary 26, 2015State lawmakers gathered in Los Angeles today to announce a set of proposed laws that could bring California some badly needed affordable housing projects. KPCC’s Andrea Gardner reports.
Arts and LifestyleKings/City To Pay $8 Million For Piglet-Inspired SculptureFebruary 26, 2015 | Bob MoffittThe Sacramento Kings and City of Sacramento have agreed to pay almost all of a $5.5 million fund set aside for arena art for a single piece. Three Kings owners ponied up another $1 million each to commission the work of New York artist Jeff Koons.
State GovernmentBill Seeks Tighter Conflict Of Interest Rules For Local Elected OfficialsFebruary 26, 2015 | Ben AdlerA California lawmaker wants to require local elected officials to recuse themselves from voting on contracts that would benefit close family members. Violators would be banned from ever again holding public office. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentWorld's Biggest Bee Pollination Event Taking Place In The Central ValleyFebruary 26, 2015 | Rich IbarraThe world's largest pollination event is happening now in the Central Valley. Honey bees from throughout the U.S. have been brought to California to pollinate the almond blossoms. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
TSA Reminding Passengers The Proper Way To Fly With FirearmsFebruary 26, 2015The Transportation Security Administration says it has had an increasing number of people trying to go through security with a gun in their carry-on bags.
EnvironmentWarm Weather Threatens Way of Life at Lake TahoeFebruary 26, 2015It would not be an odd sight in the spring. But there is something depressing about a closed ski slope in the middle of winter. The trails are bare and grassy. The chairlifts just hang there, waving a little with the breeze.
State GovernmentLawmaker Calling For Removal Of Swastikas Outside Sacramento HomeFebruary 26, 2015Lawmakers, veterans and community leaders plan to hold a news conference Thursday to call on a man to remove a display of poster-size swastikas outside his Sacramento home.
EnvironmentPoll: Most Californians Support Mandatory Water RationingFebruary 26, 2015 | Marianne RussA new poll finds nearly all Californians think the state's drought is serious -- and there's growing support for mandatory water rationing.
Health CareSki Program At Alpine Meadows Helps 'Wounded Warriors'February 26, 2015 | Ed JoyceA special camp at three North Lake Tahoe ski areas is providing winter sports instruction to 18 "wounded warriors" free of charge. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
