State GovernmentGovernor, Democratic Leaders Reach Agreement On Major Pieces Of Housing DealAugust 28, 2017 | Ben AdlerGov. Jerry Brown and legislative Democrats have reached a housing deal at the state Capitol that includes a $4 billion bond, a new fee on real estate transaction documents, and several efforts to streamline new development projects. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentChange Possibly Coming To Crosswalk Signal RulesAugust 21, 2017 | Daniel PotterCalifornia lawmakers could soon tweak a rule that’s surprising to many people who use crosswalks. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Assembly Leaders Face Rebellions From Party GrassrootsAugust 14, 2017 | Ben AdlerThe Democratic and Republican leaders of the California Assembly are both facing revolts from party activists after their actions on high-profile issues infuriated grassroots liberals and conservatives. 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 GovernmentCalifornia's Marijuana Regulation Agency Has A New NameAugust 8, 2017 | Julia MitricCalifornia's lead agency for marijuana regulation has gone by many names. The Bureau of Cannabis Control is the latest. The change reflects a wider trend away from the term "marijuana" in favor of "cannabis." 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.
State GovernmentBill Would Allow Third Gender On Birth Certificates, Driver's LicensesApril 5, 2017 | Ja'Nel JohnsonThe Gender Recognition Act would allow people to identify as "non-binary." Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezPolitical Junkie Goes WestDecember 5, 2016The Political Junkie is turning his analytical gaze west. Ken Rudin, known to NPR listeners from his many years talking all things politics with Neal Conan on "Talk of the Nation," joins Insight host Beth Ruyak for our signature segment. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCapitol Roundup: Diapers, Janitors And DronesAugust 30, 2016 | Ben Bradford | Ben AdlerCalifornia lawmakers are churning through more than a hundred bills during today's penultimate day of the two-year legislative session as they work to meet tomorrow’s midnight deadline. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCapitol Roundup: Lane Splitting, Carbon Emissions, Charter Schools, Water UseAugust 19, 2016 | Ben BradfordCalifornia will be the only state where motorcycles can officially go between lanes to pass stopped cars. This is one legislation signed by Governor Jerry Brown on Friday.
