Why Is It So Expensive To Build A Home In California? Developer Fees Could Be One ReasonAugust 12, 2019 | Chris NicholsResidential ‘impact fees’ are a big reason it’s so expensive to build a home in California. Those charges are not only expensive, but unpredictable and lack transparency, according to a new state-commissioned study.
Trump Administration Makes Major Changes To Protections For Endangered SpeciesAugust 12, 2019Interior Secretary David Bernhardt says the revisions will make the landmark conservation law more efficient. Critics say it will hurt endangered plants and animals as they face mounting threats.
Mother Of Murdered Grant Union High School Teenager JJ Clavo Speaks OutAugust 12, 2019 | Bob MoffittA judge has found a teenager guilty of murdering Grant Union High School student JJ Clavo nearly four years ago. Dr. Nicole Clavo spoke with Cap Radio about the verdict and the sentence which will be no more than six years.
State GovernmentCalifornia Gun-Control Backers Concerned About Changing Federal CourtsAugust 12, 2019(AP) — California gun control advocates are worried about the future of the state's gun laws, some of the toughest in the nation, under a federal judiciary that is becoming increasingly conservative.
Lodi Man Hamid Hayat Freed After Terrorism Conviction OverturnedAugust 12, 2019(AP) — Hamid Hayat was freed Friday after more than 14 years in prison on terrorism charges, nearly two weeks after a federal judge overturned his conviction.
Horse Racing Doesn’t Have a Standard Concussion Protocol For Jockeys. Now, California Wants To Create One.August 12, 2019 | Scott RoddHorse racing is one of the most dangerous sports in the world — but unlike other pro sports, it doesn’t have a concussion protocol. The consequences can be dire for jockeys. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Government5 Things To Watch Down The Homestretch As California Lawmakers Return From Summer RecessAugust 12, 2019 | Scott RoddLawmakers return to California’s Capitol Monday for a final five weeks of hashing out legislation with more than 1,000 bills awaiting action. The biggest debates will focus on rent control, consumer privacy and defining who’s an employee. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Orange County, Once A GOP Stronghold, Officially Goes To The DemocratsAugust 11, 2019It's official: Democrats now outnumber Republicans in voter registration in what once was the heart of the California GOP.
Needy School Districts Are Getting More Money — But What About Needy Kids?August 11, 2019Financially, at least, California's 5-year-old school finance overhaul is working for disadvantaged students. But a PPIC study still finds that high-need schools are still too reliant on novice teachers.
Farm Stand Truck Could Bring Produce From Urban Farms To West Sacramento Food DesertsAugust 11, 2019 | Julia MitricA roving urban farm truck could bring vegetables and fruit directly to West Sacramento neighborhoods where residents experience food insecurity. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
