Fire and Police Departments on the Lookout For Illegal FireworksJune 26, 2013 | Bob MoffittIf it's launched or makes a really loud boom, it's probably illegal in California.
City of Sacramento Progressing Through Sewer Cleanout PlanJune 25, 2013 | Bob MoffittThe City of Sacramento estimates 3/4 of its 800 miles of sewer line are at least partially blocked by tree roots. The city is a Tree City U.S.A. with more than 100,000 trees planted on public property.
Health Department Submits Plan To Comply with Safe Drinking Water ActJune 24, 2013 | Amy QuintonThe California Department of Public Health has submitted its plan to the EPA to comply with the Safe Drinking Water Act. The department says it’s making numerous changes to provide clean drinking water to communities that need it. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Some Farmers Say Late June Rains Are For The BirdsJune 24, 2013 | Bob MoffittWhile birds are keeping an eye out for worms, some California Central Valley farmers are keeping an eye on the weather. They’re worried unseasonable rains might spoil their crops.
Bill to Protect Public From Flame Retardants in Insulation Moves ForwardJune 24, 2013 | Amy QuintonA California senate committee has passed a bill that would update building standards to protect people from toxic flame retardants. Flame retardants are widely used in plastic foam insulation. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento Wastewater Treatment Plant To UpgradeJune 24, 2013 | Amy QuintonThe Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District is launching a $1.5 billion upgrade to its wastewater treatment plant this week. The changes are needed to meet state and federal regulations. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Pot Bust Made On Wildlife Preserve in Sacramento CountyJune 20, 2013 | Bob MoffittThe California Department of Justice has arrested four people for growing and processing $2 million worth of marijuana in a Sacramento County wildlife preserve.
EPA Relaxes Tahoe RulesJune 20, 2013 | Ky PlaskonTahoe area property owners could soon have an easier time redeveloping and remodeling under an action taken by the U-S Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday.
Looking for a Tahoe Beach? There's an App for ThatJune 20, 2013 | Ky PlaskonFinding some of Lake Tahoe’s public beaches can be hard at times, but a new smart-phone app seeks to make it a lot easier. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Delta Plan Faces Several LawsuitsJune 17, 2013 | Amy QuintonCalifornia’s long-term plan to manage the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta has a tough fight ahead of it. The Delta Plan is now facing four lawsuits. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.