State GovernmentGas Tax Repeal’s Fate Could Rest On What Voters Think They Can Gain Or LoseSeptember 26, 2018 | Nadine SebaiA new poll by the Public Policy Institute of California suggests the fate of Proposition 6, which would repeal last year’s gas tax increase, could rest on what voters think they’re being asked to decide. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Keys To The HouseWhich California Congressional Seats Are Really In Play?September 26, 2018 | Ben AdlerDemocrats are eyeing at least a half-dozen California races as they work toward their magic number of 23 pickups needed to seize the House of Representatives. Which are truly on the table, and which ones are probably just wishful thinking?
Keys To The HouseIn Play Or Wishful Thinking?September 26, 2018Which California congressional seats should Republicans truly be worrying about losing with control of the House of Representatives at stake in the November election — and which ones are probably just wishful thinking for Democrats? Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Lawmaker Reprimanded For Threatening To Slap LobbyistSeptember 25, 2018 | Ben AdlerAn investigation found Republican Joel Anderson inappropriately rubbed the lobbyist's shoulders uninvited and told her at least twice that he "oughta" slap her.
State GovernmentBackers of Proposition 6 ‘Gas Tax Repeal’ Reveal New 2020 Ballot InitiativeSeptember 25, 2018 | Nadine SebaiBackers of a plan to repeal the gas-tax increase unveiled a new 2020 ballot initiative on Tuesday. Vote in support of Prop. 6, they say, and this new measure will get roads fixed and transportation projects funded. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareHealth Care Package Gets Gov. Brown’s Signature, ‘Public Option’ Still In The CardsSeptember 24, 2018 | Sammy CaiolaNew laws regarding Medi-Cal work requirements, barebones health plans, insurance company spending and universal health care got Gov. Jerry Brown’s signature over the weekend. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentPrison Officers’ Union Jumps Into Race For Schools ChiefSeptember 24, 2018In a departure from its usual pattern of campaign giving, the union representing California's prison officers has emerged as a player in the race for the state schools chief, disclosing a $500,000 expenditure.
State GovernmentGovernor Signs Bill To Boost Media Literacy In California SchoolsSeptember 21, 2018 | Chris NicholsThe new law requires the state to publish a list of media literacy resources online to help students better evaluate sources of digital information. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia To Audit DMV Amid Hourslong Wait Times, OutagesSeptember 21, 2018Gov. Jerry Brown ordered an audit Friday of the Department of Motor Vehicles in light of long wait times at field offices.
State GovernmentNew California Law Helps Utilities With Wildfire LawsuitsSeptember 21, 2018California Gov. Jerry Brown has signed a measure allowing utilities to bill their customers to pay for future legal settlements stemming from devastating 2017 wildfires.