High Carcinogen Levels Found In Some Sacramento County WellsJune 22, 2015(AP) - A search for new sources of water by Sacramento County's Rio Linda-Elverta Community Water District has found that wells closest to a former Air Force base have high levels of hexavalent chromium, or chromium-6, a known carcinogen.
Water Saving Tips For Your Vegetable GardenJune 22, 2015 | Lesley McClurgA master gardener offers expert advice on planting a drought resistant vegetable garden this summer.
Sacramento Received More Water Waste Complaints Compared To Most Suppliers In CaliforniaJune 22, 2015 | Marnette FederisSacramento received 3,100 water waste complaints in the month of April -- that’s the most out of nearly 400 agencies in the state. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento AME Church Vows To Keep Doors Open After Charleston TragedyJune 22, 2015 | Steve MilneForgiveness, solidarity and defiance of evil: That was the message at Allen Chapel AME church in Del Paso Heights yesterday, the first Sunday after the massacre in Charleston. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Must Change Tax Or Face Losing BillionsJune 22, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia’s Managed Care Organization tax is a federal revenue source that’s expected to bring in over $1 billion in the coming year. But the federal government says it must be changed. And that could affect consumers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
It's Not Clear If New Animal Welfare Law Is Creating Better ConditionsJune 22, 2015 | Lesley McClurgIn 2008, Californians passed a law by a two-thirds majority to give egg-laying hens more space to move around. Farmers have had the last seven years to comply. We visit a farm to see if conditions have improved. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
USGA Sets Up Del Paso Defense Against Attacks From Best Players In The WorldJune 22, 2015 | Bob MoffittThe United States Golf Association has narrowed the fairways and increased the speed of the greens for this week's U.S. Senior Open golf championship in Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentRonald Reagan's Nuanced Legacy As California GovernorJune 22, 2015 | Ben AdlerA statue of President Ronald Reagan was unveiled in the California state Capitol rotunda Monday. Much has been said of Reagan’s legacy as president – but his time as California governor often goes overlooked. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleScenes From Sacramento Wizard World 2015June 20, 2015 | Melody StoneThe geeks will inherit the Sacramento Convention Center this weekend. Wizard World, the comic book convention, is back for a second year. We stopped by Friday afternoon to check out the comics and celebrities... but mostly the costumes.
Unemployment Up Slightly In MayJune 20, 2015 | Steve MilneData released Friday show California added more jobs between April and May. The California Employment Development Department says the state added more than 54,000 jobs last month. Despite the job growth, the unemployment rate also increased. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.