Google Embeds Engineers As ProfessorsMay 4, 2015(AP) - In ongoing efforts to diversify Silicon Valley's tech sector, Google is embedding engineers at a handful of Historically Black Colleges and Universities where they teach, mentor and advise on curriculum.
New App Aims To Make Product Labels More TransparentFebruary 25, 2015 | Lesley McClurgA start-up in the Bay Area has released a new smartphone app that helps consumers shop. With a quick swipe over a barcode you can see if a product has GMO's, or if the company treats its workers well. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Transportation Secretary Discusses Commute Of The Future At Google CampusFebruary 3, 2015US Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx was on the Google campus in Mountain View yesterday talking about how to meet the nation's future transportation problems. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Robots Could Have A New Job On The FarmJanuary 26, 2015 | Lesley McClurgRobots may soon be pulling weeds on Central Valley farms. UC Davis researchers received $2.7 million dollars from the USDA. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento’s Technology Sector Grows In 2014December 22, 2014 | Ed JoyceThe technology sector in the Sacramento area continued to grow in 2014. But, there are still challenges. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentSecretary Of State Candidates Focus On Technology, FlexibilitySeptember 11, 2014 | Katie OrrBoth candidates running for California Secretary of State say the state would benefit from better use of technology and more flexible voting practices.
Business Journal: Services For Sacramento Veterans, Tech Companies, DoughbotJune 20, 2014 | Marianne RussIt's time for our weekly chat about economic news with the Editor of the Sacramento Business Journal Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EclecticHow Do We Afford Our Rock'n Roll? : Crowdfunding The Music SceneJune 9, 2014 | Melody StoneAs the downtrend of CD sales continues - bands around the region got creative. Looking for ways to fund the music habit without pulling too much out of pocket. Here are some of the ways local bands are making due in the digital world.
New Self-Driving Car RegulationsMay 21, 2014(AP) - California has new rules that govern the testing of self-driving cars on public roads.
Car And Ride Share Programs Thrive In SacramentoNovember 7, 2013 | Melody StoneToday app-based transportation alternatives abound in Sacramento. Looking to impress a date? Summon an UBER. Need to run errands for a few hours? Reserve a Zipcar. Looking for a safe way to get home from the bar? Get a Lyft.
