January Deadline Looms To Upgrade Trucks Or Install FiltersNovember 19, 2013January 1st is the deadline for most truckers to switch to cleaner trucks, or install diesel particulate filters on their older rigs. But these filters can cost as much as a truck, and it's an especially heavy burden for small operators.
California's Rim Fire Sparks Controversy Over LoggingNovember 19, 2013 | Amy QuintonIt’s been three months since California experienced its third largest wildfire in history. The US Forest Service must now decide how to restore the 257-thousand acres burned in the Rim Fire, and how much salvage logging should occur. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Lake Tahoe Seeks Private Funding For Public ProjectsNovember 19, 2013 | Ky PlaskonWith public funds disappearing Conservation organizations around Lake Tahoe are increasingly looking for private funding to pay for public projects.
New "Fracking" Regulations ReleasedNovember 15, 2013 | Amy QuintonNew draft California regulations for the controversial oil extracting technique known as “fracking” are now available. The rules are in response to legislation passed earlier this year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Electric Charging Stations Increasing in PopularityNovember 14, 2013 | Bob MoffittWest Sacramento unveiled its first city-owned electric charging station today at West Sacramento City Hall. The Sacramento region has about 250 public stations.
Judge Rejects Challenge To California's Cap and Trade ProgramNovember 14, 2013 | Amy QuintonA Sacramento Superior Court Judge has rejected challenges to California’s cap and trade program. The ruling means the state maintains its authority to limit greenhouse gases through carbon auctions. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Fish and Wildlife Owes Counties Millions of DollarsNovember 12, 2013 | Bob MoffittThirty six California counties say the Department of Fish and Wildlife owes them millions of dollars and the department is not denying it. One county has even sent the department a bill.
CVP Reservoirs At Lowest Since 2009November 11, 2013 | Amy QuintonSix key reservoirs of the federal Central Valley Project are at the lowest levels since 2009, when the state was officially in a drought. Some farmers are expecting zero-percent water allocations in 2014. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Stink Bugs Dormant Now But Next Year Could Be WorseNovember 11, 2013 | Steve MilneIf "stink bugs" invaded your home or garden this year you should be getting some relief now that winter hibernation has begun and the pests are dormant.
Interior Secretary Addresses California's Fracking ConcernsNovember 8, 2013These days Governor Brown can barely go anywhere without being confronted by anti-fracking protesters. "Fear of fracking" is rampant. And that has the federal government's top land manager worried.