Meth In Candy Form Found In Amador County SchoolApril 6, 2016 | Bob MoffittA Sacramento-area junior high school is warning parents and children to beware of something that looks like candy, but is actually methamphetamine.
Libraries Lower Overdue Fines In Exchange For Reading TimeMarch 31, 2016 | Joanne SerriehStarting April 1, Yolo County Library cardholders, ages 18 and under, can exchange reading time for overdue fines as part of the “Read Off Your Fines” campaign.
Child Advocates Release 2016 Policy AgendaFebruary 23, 2016 | Steve Milne"Leveling the playing field." That's the theme of a package of bills in the California state legislature intended to end child poverty. The Children's Defense Fund of California is pushing nine bills this year to ensure all kids thrive. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Councilman Proposes Pot Tax To Fund Kids ProgramsFebruary 2, 2016 | Bob MoffittIn June, voters in the City of Sacramento may be asked to support a 5 percent tax on medical marijuana cultivation with the money going to youth programs. The idea comes from a city councilman. Three other council members have expressed reservations.
Health CareMany Children With Medicaid Not Getting Required Dental CareJanuary 25, 2016(AP) - A federal report says three out of four children did not receive all required dental services, such as regular checkups and fluoride treatments, in Medicaid programs in four states, including California.
Bill Would Ban Chewing Tobacco In BaseballFebruary 24, 2015 | Steve MilnePro baseball players would be banned from using chewing tobacco during games in California under a bill introduced today in the state Legislature.
State GovernmentAdvocates Want Art Incorporated Into Common CoreNovember 17, 2014 | Katie OrrUsing art to teach a student math may sound odd, but a group of educators says it can and should be done. And they’re using a change in how California students are taught as a chance to spread their message. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareUC Davis To Study Autism In GirlsSeptember 2, 2014 | Katie OrrUC Davis is taking a closer look at autism in girls, and it’s looking for children to take part in the study. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
