State GovernmentWill this be the most diverse California Legislature ever?November 14, 2022While votes are still being counted, it appears that the next Legislature will include the most women and LGBTQ members ever. Advocacy groups are already celebrating, but how much difference will the diversity make in policy?
California school board races don’t see red waveNovember 14, 2022The state GOP Parent Revolt program and other conservative organizations spent more than a year recruiting, training and endorsing an army of candidates in an effort to win what are generally considered nonpartisan seats.
EnvironmentCalifornia commission overhauls rooftop solar proposalNovember 14, 2022The CPUC’s scaled-back plan eliminates consumer fees. The original was abandoned after criticism from the governor and solar advocates. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentA new study finds beaver dams can boost water quality during a droughtNovember 14, 2022 | Manola SecairaStanford researchers studied water quality along the Colorado River. This river is a resource for other states beyond Colorado, including California.
EnvironmentRural ranchers face $4,000 proposed fine for violating state drought orderNovember 13, 2022The penalty is the maximum the ranchers — who pumped Shasta River water for eight days — could face under state law. It amounts to about $50 per rancher, which is no deterrent, ranchers and officials agree.
State GovernmentWhat’s next for sports betting in California?November 12, 2022Voters resoundingly rejected Propositions 26 and 27, but that doesn’t end the debate over California sports betting. Those behind the ballot measures are figuring out their next steps.
State GovernmentWhy California’s eco-friendly, tax-the-rich electorate killed Prop. 30November 12, 2022In one of the highest-profile California election results, Proposition 30 failed despite the state’s commitment to climate action and its history of taxing the wealthy.
Health CareNew omicron subvariants now dominant in the U.S., raising fears of a winter surgeNovember 12, 2022Step aside, BA.5. The new variants BQ.1 and BQ.1.1, appear to be among the most adept yet at evading immunity from previous infection and vaccination.
State GovernmentCalifornia’s Secretary of State: Election Day went ‘without glitches’November 11, 2022 | Vicki Gonzalez | Claire MorganSecretary of State Shirley Weber sat down with CapRadio’s Insight host Vicki Gonzalez on Thursday to provide a look at how election results are shaping up. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
JazzGuitarist Pasquale Grasso is feeling inspiredNovember 10, 2022 | Gary G. VercelliSince he arrived in New York City 10 years ago, Italian guitarist Pasquale Grasso has made a significant impact on the jazz scene. His incredible technique and his respect for the music’s tradition make Pasquale a unique force in interpreting bebop. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
