EclecticJohn Peel's American ConnectionFebruary 1, 2016Despite at least one attempt, the famed British broadcaster never made it big in the U.S.A., but a new history of his career at the BBC shows that America was central to Peel's career.
Justice Department To Review San Francisco PoliceFebruary 1, 2016(AP) - The Justice Department will conduct a comprehensive review of the San Francisco Police Department, which is facing scrutiny over the shooting death of a young black man.
IOC President Visits Los Angeles As City Bids For 2024 GamesFebruary 1, 2016(AP) - The president of the International Olympic Committee is in Los Angeles to visit proposed venues for the 2024 Olympic Games.
Siemens Opens New Facility At McClellan ParkFebruary 1, 2016 | Steve MilneRailcar maker Siemens announced this morning it will expand its Sacramento footprint by opening a new 60,000 square foot plant at McClellan Park. The Munich-based company has operated a manufacturing plant in South Sacramento for nearly 30 years. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentReservoirs Slowly Filling, Sierra Snowpack Above NormalFebruary 1, 2016 | Ed JoyceAfter four years of drought, January 2016 has brought above-normal rainfall to fill California reservoirs and much needed snowpack for spring and summer water supply. Now, the state needs Mother Nature to provide more. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Undocumented Immigration In CaliforniaInside Look: Undocumented Workers Employed In The Shadows Of RestaurantsFebruary 1, 2016 | Lesley McClurgWashing dishes at a restaurant is hot, and grimy work. Plus, it’s low pay and often undependable. It’s estimated that 28 to 40 percent of dishwashers are living in California illegally. Why do some employers turn a blind eye? Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Manteca Starts Food Waste Recycling ProgramFebruary 1, 2016 | Rich IbarraThe City of Manteca is taking a major step to reduce the amount garbage that goes to the dump. The city is beginning a food waste recycling program. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentShould California Lawmakers Be Forced To Wear Donors' Logos?February 1, 2016 | Ben AdlerNASCAR drivers and golfers wear their sponsors’ logos while they work. California voters could be asked this fall whether to make their state lawmakers and elected officials do the same. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Notepads Obsolete As E-Citation Devices Land In Sac PD Patrol UnitsFebruary 1, 2016 | Bob MoffittThe Sacramento Police Department is putting electronic ticket-writers in the hands of its patrol officers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezB-Squad: Soldiers Of Misfortune Prepare For New Mis-AdventuresFebruary 1, 2016Creator of the indie-comic B-Squad, Eben Burgoon, joins us to bring us up to speed with the unfortunate heroes and the next phase of the comic. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.