New Rules For Smoke Alarms To Take EffectJune 29, 2015 | Katie OrrThere will be new restrictions on smoke alarms sold in California beginning July 1. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentFirst Zero-Net Affordable Apartments Open In WoodlandJune 29, 2015 | Amy QuintonThe city of Woodland is opening its doors to the first zero-net energy, low-income apartments in the nation. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCalifornia Legislature Passes Strict School Vaccine BillJune 29, 2015 | Katie OrrA bill mandating vaccines for most California school children is headed to Governor Jerry Brown’s desk.
Positive Results From Homeless-To-Housing ExperimentJune 29, 2015 | Bob MoffittSix months after Yolo County tried a housing-first trial program to address homelessness, the county says 10 percent of the homeless population is off the streets. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentDrought Blamed For Decline In Duck PopulationJune 29, 2015 | Rich IbarraThe drought can be blamed for a number of problems and the latest is a major decline in the duck population. A new survey shows lack of rain has led to poor habitats. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Altamont Commuter Express Provides New Train Time Text Message ServiceJune 29, 2015 | Rich IbarraThe Altamont Commuter Express or ACE has launched a new service this week for its riders who travel from Stockton to Santa Clara. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New Study Shows Natural Compound Could Replace InsecticidesJune 29, 2015 | Lesley McClurgMost conventional and organic farmers rely on insecticides to kill pests. But new research shows that a compound in fruit may be a good natural alternative to repel bugs. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Maggert/Del Paso Country Club Winners In U.S. OpenJune 28, 2015 | Bob MoffittA 5-under par 65 sealed the deal for Jeff Maggert at this year's U.S. Senior Open at Del Paso Country Club in Sacramento.
EnvironmentWashington Fire Update: Containment Grows To 45 PercentJune 28, 2015UPDATE: Higher humidity, lower temperatures and light rain combined to help firefighters make progress on the Washington Fire Sunday. Containment stood at 45 percent as of Sunday evening.
Crews Contain North Sacramento Grass FireJune 27, 2015UPDATE: Crews have contained a fast-moving grass fire north of Sacramento. The blaze initially prompted voluntary evacuations.
