New In 2014: Training For RecyclersDecember 30, 2013 | Bob MoffittAfter January first, new California recycling center owners must complete mandatory training. The State hopes to save $8 million as a result.
City Of Sacramento Considering Water Conservation MeasuresDecember 27, 2013 | Amy QuintonThe dry winter has prompted Sacramento area officials to call for voluntary water conservation. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Water Conservation Urged For Sacramento RegionDecember 26, 2013 | Steve MilneThe Sacramento County Water Agency is urging people to cut their water use by 20 percent.
Recycling Christmas Trees For FreeDecember 26, 2013 | Bob MoffittIt seems like you just got the last ornament on the tree and now it's time to take everything down.
Law To Regulate "Fracking" To Take Effect Jan. 1December 24, 2013 | Amy QuintonA new law to regulate the controversial oil extraction process known as “fracking” goes into effect in California on January 1st. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Folsom Declares Water WarningDecember 23, 2013 | Steve MilnePeople who live and work in Folsom will have to cut their water use by 20 percent because of a city-wide "Water Warning" declared today by city officials.
More Rangers For American River ParkwayDecember 23, 2013People who use the American River Parkway from Hazel Avenue to the confluence of the American River will likely see more rangers next summer. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Scientists Praise Calif. Fracking EffortsDecember 19, 2013A group of 21 scientists is applauding California's efforts to allow the fracking of its shale oil reserves, arguing the process is a safe way to improve the economy and reduce foreign oil dependence.
Dragons, Bicycles and Trees: Some Of The Reaction To The New Arena EIRDecember 18, 2013 | Bob MoffittA crucial document needed for the downtown Sacramento arena project is now up for public review. About 80 people attended an open house Wednesday night at City Hall to ask questions and comment about the environmental impact report. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Parks Director: More Money Needed to Keep Parks Open Beyond JuneDecember 18, 2013 | Ben AdlerThe head of the California state parks department says the system will need more money to keep all 280 parks open when the new fiscal year starts next July. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.