State GovernmentExcise Tax On Medical Marijuana Sales Proposed In CaliforniaFebruary 10, 2016(AP) - A state senator from Northern California has introduced a bill that would impose a 15 percent tax on retail sales of medical marijuana. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentAssassin Of Robert Kennedy Denied ParoleFebruary 10, 2016(AP) - The latest on the parole hearing for Sirhan Sirhan, the convicted assassin of Robert F. Kennedy.
Health CareConfirmed Zika Case In Yolo CountyFebruary 10, 2016 | Ed JoyceThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed Wednesday that a person who lives in Yolo County has tested positive for Zika virus, according to Yolo County.
JazzJazz Singer Jamie Davis: Big Heart Big BandFebruary 10, 2016Jazz vocalist Jamie Davis has a powerful voice and a powerful presence. He came to prominence with the Count Basie Orchestra during the early 2000's. Now living in the Sacramento region, Davis performs Thursday at the Harris Center in Folsom.
Rocky Chavez's Departure From Senate Race Could Bolster GOPFebruary 10, 2016Republican Rocky Chavez’s sudden exit from the U-S Senate race this week could actually bolster the GOP’s chances of winning the seat. But that success may depend on one concept: unity. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California CountsSan Diego Neighborhoods Close In Distance, Miles Apart In Voter TurnoutFebruary 10, 2016In the 2014 general election, 62 percent of registered voters in Kensington cast ballots. The Teralta neighborhood in City Heights had 27 percent voter turnout. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento Streetcar In President Obama's BudgetFebruary 9, 2016 | Bob MoffittPresident Obama has released his 2017 budget proposal. It includes $75 million for the streetcar project in Sacramento and West Sacramento.
Pot Tax For Kids Programs Idea Going To Sacramento VotersFebruary 9, 2016 | Bob MoffittIn the June election, voters in the city of Sacramento will be asked to tax marijuana cultivation and manufacturing. Revenues could only be spent on children's programs. Some city council members are reluctant to give up control over budget funds.
Sacramento Levee Repairs Are In President's Proposed BudgetFebruary 9, 2016 | Bob MoffittSacramento levee projects will receive $32 million dollars if the President's budget and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers work plan are approved this year.
LA City, County Pass Sweeping Plans Against HomelessnessFebruary 9, 2016(AP) — Los Angeles city and county officials have approved sweeping plans to deal with homelessness at a cost of billions over a decade.