Calpirg Releases Annual Hazardous Toy ReportNovember 26, 2013 | Max PringleThe California Public Interest Research Group has released its annual report listing the potential hazards of some toys. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Air Resources Board Launches Air Quality Mobile WebsiteNovember 25, 2013 | Amy QuintonIf you’re traveling in California this holiday season and are concerned about air quality, a new mobile website can give you air quality data at your fingertips. The site can be accessed on your Smartphone or tablet. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Judge Blocks Sale of Calif. High-Speed Rail BondsNovember 25, 2013 | Katie OrrA Sacramento County Superior Court judge is blocking the sale of bonds to build California's bullet train and has rejected the state's funding plan, jeopardizing the future of the project. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Natomas Hopes Bill Before Congress Will Help Remove Moratorium, Need for Flood InsuranceNovember 25, 2013 | Bob MoffittA building moratorium in the Natomas area of Sacramento could be lifted by this time next year if the two houses of Congress can agree to fund levee repair projects on the Sacramento river.
California Air Resources Board Announces Results of Carbon AuctionNovember 25, 2013 | Amy QuintonEnvironmentalists say they’re pleased with the results of California’s fifth carbon auction as part of its cap and trade program. They say the greenhouse gas emission reduction program is working as designed. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
USGS Study: 1200 Square Miles of Central Valley Land Is SinkingNovember 22, 2013 | Amy QuintonLand in California’s Central Valley is sinking. The US Geological Survey has released a study showing the extent of the problem.The area of sinking land is much larger than originally believed. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Beekeepers Provide Data On Mortality RatesNovember 22, 2013 | Ky PlaskonHuge percentages of the world’s bee populations have been dying mysteriously. Now, for the first time, beekeepers are providing comprehensive data on mortality rates.
California Governor Jerry Brown Announces New Furniture Flammability StandardsNovember 21, 2013 | Max PringleCalifornia Governor Jerry Brown has announced the approval of new state furniture flammability standards that will reduce the required levels of chemical flame retardants. Some retardants can pose a health risk. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Central Valley Land Sink Issue For High Speed Rail, Flood Control, Water DeliveriesNovember 20, 2013 | Amy QuintonLarge groundwater withdrawals are causing land in California's Central Valley to sink. It's become so serious that it’s threatening flood control and water deliveries. The proposed high speed rail system will also have deal with the changing terrain. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California's Water Demand May Far Exceed Supply in 2014November 20, 2013 | Katie OrrCalifornians may have to be more cautious with their water use in the coming year. Initial projections indicate there won’t be much to go around. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.