Health CareFederal Right To Try Law Could Mean More Access — And Risk — For California PatientsMay 31, 2018 | Sammy CaiolaA new law signed by President Donald Trump on Wednesday gives dying patients the right to request drugs that are not yet approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California To Spend $768M On Electric Vehicle InfrastructureMay 31, 2018(AP) — California utilities will invest nearly $768 million to expand a network of charging stations and build other infrastructure for electric vehicles as the state moves toward a goal of 5 million zero-emission cars on the roads by 2030.
Housing, Police Shootings, Homelessness — Sacramento City Council Candidates In Natomas Discuss The IssuesMay 31, 2018 | Bob MoffittCandidates running for the District One seat say these are significant issues this election. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Auditors Say California Underreports Hate CrimesMay 31, 2018(AP) — California is underreporting hate crimes to the FBI, state lawmakers and the public because local law enforcement agencies lack adequate policies and training, state auditors said Thursday. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Voting In Tuesday’s California Primary Election? Here’s What You Need To KnowMay 31, 2018 | Kacey SycamoreThere’s a lot to keep track of for Tuesday’s California primary election. Here’s a rundown of the key races to watch and what’s new for voters this election season.
State GovernmentCalifornians May Have To Request Plastic Straws At EateriesMay 31, 2018(AP) — Sit-down restaurants in California may soon stop automatically providing disposable plastic straws with drinks unless customers request them.
State GovernmentCalifornia Senate Supports State-Backed Bank For Pot MoneyMay 31, 2018(AP) — California lawmakers moved Wednesday to create a state-backed bank to handle the billions of dollars flowing from the newly legal recreational marijuana market. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California DreamMaking San Francisco’s Gritty Tenderloin Safer For KidsMay 31, 2018The Tenderloin is notorious for the homelessness on its streets and open drug use and sales. But it's also one of the only affordable neighborhoods left in San Francisco and is home to hundreds of low-income and immigrant families. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
ClassicalNew Classical Tracks: Francisco Fullana Explores Past And Present of 'Four Seasons'May 31, 2018Spanish violinist Francisco Fullana explores the parallels between Vivaldi's 'Four Seasons' and Max Richter's 'The Four Seasons Recomposed' on his debut recording. Julie Amacher spoke with Fullana about the album for this week’s New Classical Tracks.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezSacramento Black Book Fair Features Local AuthorsMay 31, 2018 | Cody DrabbleThe Sacramento Black Book Fair returns this weekend with a host of local literary talent. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
