Grass Fire West of Roseville Now ContainedJune 13, 2013 | Bob MoffittFirefighters are mopping up the smoldering remains of a 250-acre grass fire west of Roseville. The fire's out, but the remaining pollution has caused Sacramento County to issue an air quality advisory UPDATED 3:45 P.M.)
Study: Development of Alternative Fuels Surpassing ExpectationsJune 12, 2013 | Amy QuintonCalifornia’s low carbon fuel standard may be driving the development of alternative fuels more quickly than expected. A new report shows significant progress in fuels that can replace or blend with gasoline and diesel. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Budget Agreement Diverts Money From Cap-and-TradeJune 11, 2013 | Amy QuintonCalifornia’s budget agreement borrows $500-million from the state’s cap-and-trade program. Environmentalists say the maneuver neglects polluted communities. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Nevada Holds Out for Change in Tahoe Development RulesJune 11, 2013 | Ky PlaskonNevada has recommitted to the relationship with California on development and environmental restrictions at the lake, but there is a caveat. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Elite Flyers Pressure United Airlines On Climate ChangeJune 10, 2013 | Amy QuintonSome of United Airlines’ best customers say the carrier should stop lobbying against policies designed to cut carbon emissions from the industry. The complaints come just as an international group meets to set standards for airline pollution. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Legislative Battle Over Fracking Not OverJune 10, 2013 | Amy QuintonThe legislative battle over more stringent regulation of a controversial method of extracting oil and natural gas in California is far from over. Lawmakers will discuss the issue once again this week. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Garage For More Cars Built To Keep Them Off The RoadJune 7, 2013 | Bob MoffittA new parking garage at Cosumnes River Community College is open to students and the public.
CAL FIRE Increasing Staff Due to Weekend Fire DangerJune 7, 2013 | Amy QuintonThe triple-digit temperatures expected over the next several days have prompted CAL FIRE to increase staffing.
California Company Launches Industry-First Alternative Fuel for TrucksJune 6, 2013 | Amy QuintonThe performance of a new clean-burning alternative fuel for heavy duty trucks will soon be tested in California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EPA And Lawmakers Call Lack of Clean Drinking Water UnacceptableJune 5, 2013 | Amy QuintonThe EPA and lawmakers say California needs to do more to provide communities with safe drinking water. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.