State GovernmentCalifornia Lawmakers Brace For Busy, Chaotic Final Two WeeksAugust 31, 2015 | Ben AdlerThe California Legislature begins its final two weeks of work for the year Monday – and the stretch is likely to be tumultuous. Major issues remain unresolved and leadership battles are threatening to wreak havoc with negotiations. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Worker Rights Bill On Governor's DeskAugust 31, 2015 | Chris NicholsA bill on California Governor Jerry Brown’s desk would clarify that arbitration agreements are voluntary between companies and their workers -- and not a condition of getting hired.
EnvironmentNorthern And Central California Wildfires Weekend UpdatesAugust 29, 2015A look at the details of some of the major fires burning in northern and central California. This incident information is updated several times through the day, as new data becomes available.
Grass Fires Burning On American River ParkwayAugust 28, 2015 | Bob MoffittUPDATE: 11:40 p.m. - Crews are working through the night to mop up a series of grassland fires along the American River Parkway - north of the river and south of Costco. There were no injuries and no structures threatened.
Folsom Company Settles Federal Lawsuits For $6 MillionAugust 28, 2015 | Bob MoffittA Folsom company has agreed to forfeit six-million dollars in money and property to settle lawsuits brought by the federal Small Business Administration. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California, US Seek Permits For State's Giant Water TunnelsAugust 28, 2015(AP) - California and the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation are seeking permits for a key part of Gov. Jerry Brown's proposed water tunnels.
Governor Issues Executive Order To Help Wildfire RecoveryAugust 28, 2015(AP) - Gov. Jerry Brown has released emergency recovery funding for major wildfires in central and northern California.
Business Journal: Street Car, Crystal Ice Plant, StarbucksAugust 28, 2015Work on overhauling the old Crystal Ice Plant in midtown Sacramento is progressing. Sacramento Business Journal Editor Jack Robinson gives us an update. Jack also tells us about an electric car maker looking to build a new factory. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentFriday Northern And Central California WildfiresAugust 28, 2015A look at the details of some of the major fires burning in northern and central California. This incident information is updated several times through the day, as new data becomes available.
State GovernmentCapitol Roundup: Bills Advance, Stall On Busy ThursdayAugust 27, 2015 | Ben AdlerCalifornia lawmakers sent dozens of bills to Gov. Jerry Brown Thursday, while moving many more toward final votes. Meanwhile, Democratic leaders blocked dozens of measures by holding them in key legislative committees. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
