State GovernmentUse of Medication On Foster Youth InvestigatedFebruary 23, 2015 | Katie OrrKids living at home usually have a parent overseeing any medication they need. But kids in foster care may lack that supervision. A state lawmaker will hold a hearing on the issue Tuesday. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentOnline Poker Debate Persists in CaliforniaFebruary 23, 2015 | Katie OrrInternet poker is an issue that apparently won't go away in California. But setting up online gaming isn't as easy as it might seem. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentHomeless Advocates Push For Right To RestFebruary 19, 2015 | Katie OrrAdvocates for the homeless in California say laws limiting the activities of people living on the street are discriminatory. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentLocal Governments Setting California Policy AgendaFebruary 19, 2015 | Katie OrrIn California, state policy is supposed to be set at the capitol. But complicated politics mean changes can take years, if they ever come at all. Increasingly local governments are taking the policy lead. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentDemocrats Seek To Expand Child Care VouchersFebruary 18, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia Democratic lawmakers say it’s time to reinvest in state-subsidized child care. They announced a legislative effort today. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Takes On Questions Drones CreateFebruary 17, 2015 | Katie OrrUnmanned aerial vehicles, more commonly known as drones, are becoming increasingly popular. Today a hearing in the California state Senate will try to answer some of the questions drones create. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Preparing For Undocumented Driver LicensesDecember 10, 2014 | Katie OrrBeginning January 2, undocumented Californians can apply for driver licenses in the state. 1.4 million people are expected to apply for “AB 60” licenses over the next few years. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentDemocrats Encouraging Quicker Completion of CollegeDecember 2, 2014 | Katie OrrThe political spotlight has been focused on California higher education lately. Now a new proposal is coming out of Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCommunity Colleges Competing For Bachelor's ProgramsNovember 19, 2014 | Katie OrrSome of California’s community colleges will soon be able to offer four-year degrees.
State GovernmentAssisted Suicide Debate Heating Up In CaliforniaNovember 3, 2014 | Katie OrrCalifornia is gearing up for a fight over physician-assisted suicide now that a Bay Area woman has ended her own life. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
