State GovernmentCoastal Commission Fires Top StafferFebruary 10, 2016 | Ben AdlerThe California Coastal Commission has fired its executive director after a heated debate that pitted environmentalists against developers.
State GovernmentInsurance Industry Backs Brown's Tax On California Health PlansFebruary 10, 2016 | Ben AdlerSupport is growing for Gov. Jerry Brown’s proposal to restructure California’s tax on health insurance plans. A key interest group is backing the tax – and some Republicans are hinting that they might too. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentWill California Gas Leak Mark A Turning Point In Energy Debate?February 10, 2016A massive methane leak may soon end, but its environmental impact is still being weighed. A scientist says it won't have a big effect globally, but it's a setback in efforts to curb greenhouse gases.
Former LA Sheriff Lee Baca Pleads Guilty To Making False StatementsFebruary 10, 2016In a plea deal, Baca admitted he lied when he said he didn't know anything about efforts to obstruct an FBI probe into corruption and abuse in his department.
Body Found Inside Car Left Outside Busy Store For WeeksFebruary 10, 2016(AP) — Investigators say the body of a young woman reported missing three months was found inside a car that had been parked outside a busy Northern California store for weeks.
Health CareInsurers Back Proposed California Health Plan TaxFebruary 10, 2016(AP) — Most of California's health insurance companies are supporting Gov. Jerry Brown's plan to restructure a tax on health plans.
2 People Killed In Tulare County Small Plane CrashFebruary 10, 2016(AP) — Officials say two people were killed when a single-engine plane crashed near Springville in Tulare County.
State GovernmentState Officials Disagree On Who Will Track Medical Marijuana PlantsFebruary 10, 2016 | Ben BradfordCalifornia Governor Jerry Brown and an independent tax board are disputing who will track the movement of medical marijuana, under the state’s new regulatory system. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Government2 California Tribes Oppose Plan To Regulate Fantasy SportsFebruary 10, 2016(AP) — Two Native American tribes with lucrative gambling enterprises in California are opposing a Democratic lawmaker's plan to legalize fantasy sports betting.
Female Sumatran Tiger Died At Sacramento ZooFebruary 10, 2016 | Joanne SerriehA 15-year-old female Sumatran Tiger died Wednesday morning at the Sacramento Zoo due to trauma received from a male tiger during a physical introduction.