Bill Would Expand Protections For California's RiversMarch 21, 2017 | Randol WhiteA bill to expand protections for California's wild and scenic rivers is working its way through the state legislature. The measure approved by an Assembly committee Monday would bring state rules in line with more expansive federal laws. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Golden 1 Center Nominated For Sports Facility Of The YearMarch 21, 2017Sacramento's Golden 1 Center is among five facilities throughout North America that are nominated for the Sports Facility of the Year.
Nevada Democrats Seek 2022 Plastic Bag BanMarch 21, 2017Democratic lawmakers are proposing eliminating plastic bags from checkout counters across Nevada within five years.
Planners Hoping To Solve Congestion Issues At Lake TahoeMarch 21, 2017 | Randol WhiteAn effort is in the works to bring free transit service to the Lake Tahoe area in coming years.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued For Tuolumne CountyMarch 21, 2017UPDATE 2:36 p.m. Tuolumne County's severe thunderstorm warning extended to 3:30 p.m.
Man Accused In Homeless Killings Deemed Mentally CompetentMarch 21, 2017A San Diego judge has deemed a man charged with carrying out a string of deadly attacks on sleeping homeless men to be mentally competent to stand trial.
Gorsuch Bemoans Attacks On Judiciary, But Dances Around Trump CommentsMarch 21, 2017President Trump's nominee to replace the late Justice Antonin Scalia will be answering questions from the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday. Follow NPR's live coverage.
U.S. Restricts Electronic Devices On Flights From 8 Muslim CountriesMarch 21, 2017Passengers on flights coming into the U.S. will be allowed to bring smartphones into the plane's cabin. But all larger electronic devices, like laptops and cameras, must be placed in checked baggage.
EnvironmentCalifornia Explores State-Run Flood Insurance ProgramMarch 21, 2017 | Amy QuintonCalifornia water managers are considering the creation of a state-run flood insurance program. It could be a difficult and risky move. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentDemocratic Lawmakers Push Juvenile Justice ReformMarch 20, 2017Two California lawmakers are working on a raft of bills that would change how the state's criminal justice system treats children. Proposals include eliminating life without parole for minors and excluding children from prosecution in juvenile court.