State GovernmentNew report says Cal State has $1.5 billion funding gap, suggests tuition hikesMay 26, 2023A new analysis shows that the California State University system doesn’t make or receive enough money to cover its costs, even with state support. The report and lawmakers urge the system to increase tuition, but even that might not be enough.
EnvironmentAlmond hulls in your coffee? Some growers look to upcycle almond byproducts into foodMay 25, 2023 | Vicki GonzalezAlmonds are a very water-intensive product to grow. The California Almond Board hopes to reduce waste by developing methods of upcycling almond hulls into products for human consumption. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Mid Pacific | BonusBONUS EPISODE: Introducing the Proudly Asian PodcastMay 25, 2023How does it feel when someone denies your lived experience? In this “Mid Pacific” bonus, you'll hear stories from a variety of people dealing with this issue as told to the “Proudly Asian” podcast hosted by Isabel Wong. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentAs wildfire smoke worsens public health, government watchdog calls EPA response 'ad hoc'May 25, 2023Congressional investigators say the use of a regulatory loophole to erase smoke pollution from the official record is on the rise.
City of Sacramento approves emergency home repair program for low-income homeownersMay 24, 2023 | Chris NicholsCity officials say the goal of the pilot program is to maintain Sacramento’s aging housing stock and keep families who can’t afford major repairs in their homes.
State GovernmentDelta Tunnel plan touted by Newsom gets push-back from Congress memberMay 24, 2023 | Mike HagertyCongressman Josh Harder, who represents the Stockton area and has been opposed to the Delta tunnels project for five years, is speaking out against the governor's move.
The new president of Sacramento State is also an alumnusMay 24, 2023 | Claire MorganJ. Luke Wood earned both his bachelor and master’s degrees at the university. He is set to take over as president on July 16.
EnvironmentOfficials warn residents to stay out of California’s faster, colder river watersMay 24, 2023 | Manola SecairaSnowmelt resulting from last winter’s record snowpack has caused more extreme river conditions, increasing the risk for people recreating in them.
EnvironmentColorado River deal: What does it mean for California?May 23, 2023Southern California growers agreed to use less water through 2026 and receive federal funds in return. But it’s not a long-term solution to the Colorado River’s water woes.
State GovernmentA California bill would limit housing security deposits to one month’s rentMay 23, 2023 | Steve Milne | Nicole NixonCurrently, landlords can ask for security deposits of up to three months’ rent for some apartments. Assembly member Matt Haney (D-San Francisco)’s AB 12 would limit it to one month’s rent.
