California Governor Criticizes PG&E's Plan For New BoardMarch 28, 2019"With this move, PG&E would send a clear message that it is prioritizing quick profits for Wall Street over public safety and reliable and affordable energy service," Newsom said.
State GovernmentCollege Admissions Scandal Sparks Sweeping Reform Proposals By California LawmakersMarch 28, 2019 | Nick MillerFive state Assembly members introduced more than a handful of actions on Thursday, including efforts to stop preferential treatment for prospective students, phase out the SAT and ACT tests, and audit of the UC’s admissions process.
Kamala Harris Is Wrong, Trump Isn’t ‘Raiding Money’ From Military PensionsMarch 28, 2019 | Chris NicholsPolitiFact California fact checks California Senator and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris' claim about President Donald Trump's plans to divert military funds to pay for a border wall. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Did Newsom 'Defy' The Will Of The People On Executions? New Poll Says NoMarch 28, 2019Though Gov. Gavin Newsom has been criticized for "thwarting" the will of the California voter in freezing the death penalty, a new poll suggests he might have his finger on the pulse.
Restraining Order Filed Against Homeless Man Who Repeatedly Brought Sacramento City Council Meetings To A HaltMarch 28, 2019 | Bob MoffittFive people, including three Sacramento City Council members and the city manager, have filed for a restraining order against the man, who has been ordered removed from several meetings in the past year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Gamelan Sekar Jaya Brings Balinese Music, Dance And Mythology To FolsomMarch 28, 2019 | Steve MilneA group of Bay Area residents who started playing Balinese music together in 1979 are still at it, and performing Thursday in Folsom. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Awards $63M In Grants To Promote Healthy ForestsMarch 27, 2019(AP) — California forestry officials say they have awarded over $63 million in grants to projects that promote healthy forests to help enhance carbon sequestration.
Audit Finds Poor Planning Led To California DMV IssuesMarch 27, 2019(AP) — California auditors say the Department of Motor Vehicles didn't properly prepare for customers lining up to get new federally approved drivers' licenses, leading to hours-long wait times last year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentRunoff Elections Set In Two California State Senate DistrictsMarch 27, 2019(AP) — Special primary elections on Tuesday set up June 4 runoff elections to replace Democrat Ricardo Lara, who was elected insurance commissioner, and Republican Ted Gaines, who won a seat on the Board of Equalization.
Gov. Newsom Says Work Continues On Possible Rent CompromiseMarch 26, 2019 | Chris NicholsCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom said he's continuing to work with state lawmakers on what he hopes will be a deal to stabilize California’s rising rents without putting small landlords out of business.
