State GovernmentCalifornia Senator Tony Mendoza Resigns After Sexual Harassment Investigation, But Says He'll Run For Re-ElectionFebruary 22, 2018 | Sammy CaiolaHis resignation followed an outside investigation, which found that Mendoza likely engaged in "flirtatious or sexually suggestive" behavior with six different women, including former staffers and fellows. The allegations date back to 2007. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCapitol Roundup: Diapers, Janitors And DronesAugust 30, 2016 | Ben Bradford | Ben AdlerCalifornia lawmakers are churning through more than a hundred bills during today's penultimate day of the two-year legislative session as they work to meet tomorrow’s midnight deadline. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Lawmakers Mull Cap-And-Trade SpendingAugust 18, 2016 | Amy QuintonCalifornia lawmakers are discussing how to spend cap-and-trade auction proceeds that have been accumulating since the last fiscal year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCould California Legislature Take Lame-Duck Vote On Gas Taxes?August 1, 2016 | Ben AdlerCalifornia lawmakers are back at the state Capitol for their final scheduled month of work this year. They’re scheduled to adjourn by midnight on August 31. But at least one major issue could stretch into a rare lame-duck session. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Senate Rejects Drug-Sentencing BillApril 25, 2016(AP) — The California state Senate is rejecting a bill that would end a practice of extending jail and prison sentences for repeat drug offenders.
State GovernmentSteinberg Reflects On Time As President Pro TemAugust 28, 2014 | Ben AdlerDarrell Steinberg looks back at his six years leading the California Senate. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBill Would Help Some California College Grads Refinance Loan DebtJune 25, 2014 | Ben AdlerA bill moving through the California legislature could help some college graduates get help from the state in refinancing their student loans. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentSenate Suspends Senators Yee, Wright, CalderonMarch 28, 2014 | Katie OrrThe California State Senate suspended three Senators today. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
