Start-Up Brings The Sharing Economy To FoodNovember 30, 2015 | Lesley McClurgA new Bay Area startup is like AirBnb, but for food. You can order homemade dishes online and then pick them up from a neighborhood cook. The company has its eyes on Sacramento as a possible future location. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Motion Trackers In Your Glasses – VSP Moves Beyond Vision InsuranceNovember 25, 2015 | Melody StoneThe wearable-tech field is mostly made up of start-ups and newer tech companies, like Google, Apple and Fitbit. One legacy brand based in Rancho Cordova, mostly known for vision insurance, is jumping into the ring.
Apps Can Help Prevent Food WasteNovember 24, 2015 | Lesley McClurgIf you're preparing turkey and fixings this year you're likely going to err on the side of cooking too much food to ensure guests can indulge. But, that might leave leftovers. Technology could help you prevent food waste this holiday season. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentTracking Money in California Politics Might Get EasierSeptember 2, 2015 | Chris NicholsCalifornia officials are launching a new search engine to better track campaign money for state candidates and ballot measures.
Sacramento's Tech Nonprofit SARTA Logging OffSeptember 1, 2015 | Ed JoyceA Sacramento nonprofit geared to developing technology companies in the region announced Tuesday it ended operations after 14 years.
State GovernmentCapitol Round-Up: Equal Pay Law, Drone PenaltiesSeptember 1, 2015 | Chris NicholsCalifornia could soon have the nation’s strongest equal pay law. The state Senate has unanimously approved the Fair Pay Act. It also passed a bill that would penalize drone operators who interfere with emergencies.
State GovernmentCA Assembly OK's Drone 'No-Fly Zone' BillAugust 24, 2015 | Chris NicholsThe bill is among several that have forced California lawmakers to weigh the benefits of drones against their threat to privacy.
Apps Help Farmers With Efficiency During The DroughtJuly 6, 2015 | Lesley McClurgMore California growers are using smartphone apps to streamline their farming operations. Now, technology is helping farmers be more efficient during the drought. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EclecticHow Streaming Is Changing MusicJune 1, 2015Over the next week, in a series called Streaming At The Tipping Point, we'll look at how streaming music services are reshaping the way we find, hear and experience music.
Arts and LifestyleSacramento Makers Showcase Their Creations On A World Stage At Maker FaireMay 16, 2015 | Melody StoneInventors, tinkerers, artists, musicians, engineers, and makers of all types came together in San Mateo to display their creations for the world to see. Creators from Sacramento brought a giant tape city, a laser maze and crafts for kids.
