State Government Brown Lauds California Community Colleges May 18, 2015 | Katie Orr Not everyone is happy with the revised budget proposed by California Governor Jerry Brown. But he does have the approval of the Community College system. Brown attended the Community College Board of Governors meeting today. Listen / Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Undocumented Immigration In California Brown's Budget Would Boost Schools, Universities, Immigrants May 15, 2015 | Ben Adler The surprise news in Gov. Jerry Brown’s $115 billion California budget proposal isn’t the money for schools, or the state’s new rainy day fund. It’s the deal he struck with the University of California, which may not be as solid as it first seemed. Listen / Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Environment Emergency Drought Response Part of Brown's Budget Revisions May 14, 2015 | Amy Quinton Governor Jerry Brown has proposed an additional $ 2 billion in his revised budget to help California respond to the drought. Listen / Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Government Critics Say Budget Revision Neglects Social Welfare May 14, 2015 | Katie Orr In his May budget revision Governor Jerry Brown left out several social programs that some lawmakers and advocates have been pushing for. Listen / Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Government Live Blog: Gov. Jerry Brown Releases Revised Budget May 13, 2015 | Ben Adler UPDATE: California Governor Jerry Brown released his May budget revision Thursday. It includes money to pay down debt and strikes a deal with the University of California to hold tuition flat for two years.
State Government Education Coalition To Lawmakers: Hands Off Prop 98 Dollars May 11, 2015 | Ben Adler Education groups are asking Gov. Brown and state lawmakers not to use money from California's school funding guarantee to pay for child care or school facility renovations - despite pressure from lawmakers and advocacy groups to do just that. Listen / Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Government California Tax Collections Soar, But Budget's Fate Not Yet Clear April 23, 2015 | Ben Adler California’s April personal income tax revenues have already beaten projections for the month – several days early. Listen / Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Government Road Repair Bill Would Raise California Gas Tax, Vehicle Fees April 16, 2015 | Ben Adler California drivers would pay higher gas taxes, vehicle license fees and vehicle registration fees under a new highway and road repair proposal at the state Capitol. Listen / Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Government More Money For Drought Aid, But No Mandatory Conservation March 19, 2015 | Ben Adler Nearly half of last year’s emergency drought relief money has yet to be spent – but Calif. Gov. Jerry Brown and legislative leaders are rolling out a new aid package of more than $1 billion. They’re not calling for mandatory water conservation – yet. Listen / Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Government New Scrutiny For Brown's Retiree Health Care Proposal As Labor Talks Begin March 16, 2015 | Ben Adler Labor negotiations will begin this month on Gov. Jerry Brown’s proposal to overhaul retiree health care benefits for state employees. But a new report from the non-partisan Legislative Analyst's Office says the governor’s proposal raises questions. Listen / Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
