State GovernmentLegislature To Vote On Final BudgetJune 18, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia lawmakers will take final votes on the state budget Friday. The houses will also each vote on several trailer bills that dictate how the budget will be implemented. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentAdvocates for Developmentally Disabled Furious Over BudgetJune 17, 2015 | Katie OrrAdvocates for the developmentally disabled are furious after being left out of this year’s California budget deal. They held a tense rally at the Capitol Wednesday. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBill Would Overhaul California Voting SystemJune 10, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia tends to rank near the bottom in voter turnout. But some state officials say a bill announced Wednesday could help improve participation. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentSenate Passes Measure Repealing Max Grant RuleJune 1, 2015 | Katie OrrThe California Senate has approved a measure that would repeal a rule limiting when families can receive additional state aid. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentSuggestions Sought To Improve Lives of Male MinoritiesMay 27, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia lawmakers are looking for ways to address some of the challenges faced by male minorities in the state.
State GovernmentBill Spotlights Pregnancy Crisis CentersMay 26, 2015 | Katie OrrPro-choice lawmakers are backing a bill in the California Assembly that seeks to ensure pregnant women know they have access to abortions. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCMA Drops Opposition To Physician Aid In Dying BillMay 20, 2015 | Katie OrrThe California Medical Association has changed its position on a physician aid in dying bill currently in the state Senate. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBrown Signs International Climate AgreementMay 19, 2015 | Katie OrrGovernor Jerry Brown is encouraging regional governments around the world to follow California’s lead on climate change. On Tuesday, he and international leaders signed an agreement to reduce carbon emissions. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBrown Lauds California Community CollegesMay 18, 2015 | Katie OrrNot everyone is happy with the revised budget proposed by California Governor Jerry Brown. But he does have the approval of the Community College system. Brown attended the Community College Board of Governors meeting today. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentGuide Helps Colleges Respond to Sexual AssaultsMay 13, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia colleges are getting some guidance on dealing with sexual assaults. By July, California colleges must immediately disclose reported sexual assaults to law enforcement. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
