Right-To-Die Becomes Law In California June 9March 10, 2016California lawmakers have adjourned a special session on health care, clearing the way for end-of-life legislation passed last year to take effect in 90 days.
EnvironmentHeavy Rain, Heavy Snow In Northern CaliforniaMarch 10, 2016 | Ed JoyceA series of strong weather systems will move through Northern California Thursday through Tuesday of next week. The National Weather Service in Sacramento has issued more than 10 warnings, watches and advisories.
State GovernmentCalifornia Lawmakers Back Smoking Age Of 21March 10, 2016 | Ben AdlerA year-long battle over a package of six anti-tobacco bills now moves from the California Legislature to Gov. Jerry Brown. The Senate approved the measures Thursday on mostly party line votes after they won Assembly passage last week. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentReservoirs Filling, But Snowpack Worries In CaliforniaMarch 10, 2016 | Ed JoyceSome reservoirs are filling in California, but melting Sierra Nevada snowpack is a worry. After early March storms, the U.S. Drought Monitor says the state is now primed for drought improvement. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentSoda Tax Is Again Before California LegislatorsMarch 10, 2016California lawmakers are trying again to pass a statewide soda tax. The bill was unveiled yesterday in Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California CountsHarris Wants Funding Boost As State Struggles To Seize Illegal GunsMarch 10, 2016Attorney general says $24 million wasn't enough to tackle a backlog of people currently banned from having guns who may still possess them. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezA Look At Diabetes County-By-CountyMarch 10, 2016Executive director of the California Center for Public Health Advocacy joins Insight to discuss the health implications of diabetes as well as policy recommendations. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Nevada Jobless Rate Keeps Dropping: 6.2 Percent In JanuaryMarch 9, 2016(AP) — State officials say Nevada's unemployment rate is continuing to drop — down to 6.2 percent in January.
Environment'Miracle March' Storms Bring More Snow, Rain To CaliforniaMarch 9, 2016 | Ed JoyceA series of strong weather systems are forecast to bring heavy rain, snow and potential flooding to about 19 counties in northern California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Major California Water District Hit With Rare Federal FineMarch 9, 2016(AP) — Federal regulators have announced a rare fine against a major California water district for misleading investors about its financial situation.