State GovernmentSome Calif. Counties Racing To Adopt "All Vote-By-Mail" ProcessAugust 30, 2017 | Ben BradfordSacramento and four other California counties are preparing for an overhaul of how they conduct elections, before voters head to the polls next year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Bill Seeking To Restrict Counties From Contracting Out Government Service Draws Strong OppositionAugust 28, 2017 | Chris NicholsOpposition is growing against a bill in the California Legislature that would add strict new requirements before any counties can contract out for government services. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Solar Eclipse Apps Help Enhance Viewing ExperienceAugust 18, 2017 | Joanne SerriehIf you're one of the millions of people who will watch the solar eclipse on Aug. 21, you can download one of the many available eclipse apps that will make you feel like a citizen scientist for the day and help enhance your eclipse experience.
State GovernmentInmate Suicide, Suicide Attempts Not Being Properly Handled By Calif. State PrisonsAugust 18, 2017 | Randol WhiteAccording to the State Auditor, the average suicide rate at California-run prisons is significantly higher than the national average for other state-run prisons. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentMore Freedom Behind BarsAugust 9, 2017 | Sally LongeneckerCalifornia prisons are testing a new rule for lifers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Government$1 Billion Worth Of Claims For Oroville Dam Damages Filed With The State Of CaliforniaAugust 4, 2017 | Ben AdlerOne week before the deadline to formally seek payment from the state of California for damages stemming from the Oroville Dam’s spillway failure this year, the state has received 93 claims worth a combined $1.1 billion. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareWhy are Alzheimer’s Rates So High Among Latinos?August 4, 2017 | Sammy CaiolaAs California’s Latino population ages, a worrisome trend of high dementia rates is becoming clear. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareObamacare 'Skinny Repeal' Fails. What's Next For California?July 28, 2017 | Sammy CaiolaAfter days of debate, the Senate failed to pass the "skinny repeal" of Obamacare. Health Care Reporter Sammy Caiola explains reactions in California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentMonday Update: Detwiler Fire 60 Percent ContainedJuly 24, 2017Update 6:54 p.m.: The fire has burned 78,900 acres and is 60 percent contained.
EnvironmentContainment Grows For Detwiler FireJuly 21, 2017July 22, UPDATE 1:39 p.m.: CAL FIRE continues to estimate the Detwiler Fire at 75,200 acres with 30 percent containment. It has destroyed more than 100 homes and outbuildings, and another 1,500 structures remain threatened.
