State GovernmentCalifornia Bill Would Bar Warrantless Use of Law Enforcement DronesAugust 1, 2014 | Max PringleThe California legislature is considering a bill that would prohibit law enforcement from using aerial surveillance drones without a warrant. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Death Penalty Ruled UnconstitutionalJuly 16, 2014 | Katie OrrA federal judge has ruled California’s death penalty is unconstitutional. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Primary Recount For Controller Prompts Electoral Reform BillJuly 16, 2014 | Max PringleThe primary election recount for California State Controller is prompting legislation to reform the state’s recount procedures. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Drought Could Cost California Economy $2.2 Billion In 2014, Says StudyJuly 15, 2014 | Max PringleThe drought could damage California’s economy to the tune of $2.2 billion this year, according to a new study. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Delegation Heads To Central AmericaJuly 14, 2014 | Katie OrrA delegation of California lawmakers, including Senate President Darrell Steinberg, is traveling through Central America this week meeting with dignitaries from the region. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentInternet Companies Want More Influence In California LegislatureJuly 14, 2014 | Katie OrrThe Internet has an increasing influence on society and now it wants more influence on legislation. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Parks System Gets Another New LeaderJuly 14, 2014 | Katie OrrThe California Department of Parks and Recreation has its fourth leader in two years. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Looks To Regulate Medical MarijuanaJuly 14, 2014After failed attempts in previous years, legislation to regulate medical marijuana in California appears to be gaining momentum at the state Capitol. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California's Public Employee Retirement Systems Reporting Big Investment ReturnsJuly 14, 2014 | Max PringleCalifornia’s two largest public employee pension systems are reporting higher-than-expected profits from their investment portfolios. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentGOP Lawmakers Ask Brown Not To Appeal Tenure RulingJuly 11, 2014(AP) - Republican lawmakers are asking Gov. Jerry Brown not to appeal a Los Angeles judge's decision striking down tenure and other job protections for California teachers.
