EnvironmentPartnership Formed To Increase Controlled Fires In CaliforniaFebruary 2, 2016(AP) - Environmental groups and federal and state agencies have formed a partnership to increase the use of prescribed fires to improve the health of California's forests and watersheds and minimize the effects of increasingly devastating wildfires.
EnvironmentSnowpack 'Growing Nicely' In SierraFebruary 2, 2016 | Ed JoyceThe second measurement this winter of snowpack in the Sierra Nevada was 130 percent of average. State water officials say the snowpack will help reservoir recovery. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento College Student Accused Of Making Snapchat ThreatFebruary 2, 2016(AP) - A Sacramento community college student has been arrested on suspicion of making threats on social media.
State GovernmentNV Energy Proposes Sept. 10 Cutoff For Lower Solar RatesFebruary 2, 2016(AP) - NV Energy is proposing "grandfathering" existing rooftop solar customers into lower rates if they installed their system or applied for one by Sept. 10, 2015.
State PUC: Fresno County Responsible For Pipeline ExplosionFebruary 2, 2016(AP) - The state Public Utilities Commission has determined Fresno County was responsible for an April pipeline explosion at shooting range in northwest Fresno.
EnvironmentWater Conservation Continues Downward SlideFebruary 2, 2016 | Amy QuintonCalifornia's water conservation rate dropped to 18 percent in December. But water regulators say the state continues to meet its long term goals. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Washoe School District To Receive $13 Million DonationFebruary 2, 2016(AP) - The Washoe County School District will receive $1 million each year for the next 13 years to help fund programs to close gaps they may impede student success.
EnvironmentCalifornia Weighs Extending Drought Conservation OrdersFebruary 2, 2016(AP) - Following a welcomed parade of El Nino storms drenching drought-stricken California, state officials on Tuesday will decide whether to extend emergency conservation orders, and reveal how much water Californians saved in December.
Collision On Eastbound I-80 Near W El Camino Ave Cleared, Construction Worker In HospitalFebruary 2, 201611:27 a.m. A serious crash has closed lanes on eastbound Interstate 80 near West El Camino Avenue Tuesday morning.
State GovernmentCalifornia Senate Race Fundraising Mirrors PollsFebruary 1, 2016 | Ben AdlerNew fundraising reports show two Democrats lead the field in California’s U.S. Senate race.