California Bill Would Give Drivers Control Over Car Computer DataMarch 18, 2014 | Max PringleUnder a bill now in the California legislature, drivers would be given control over the information gathered by their cars’ on-board computers.
Business Journal: Fresh Market Leaves, Davis Conference Center, Elk Grove Wooing TexasMarch 14, 2014 | Steve MilneElk Grove is aggressively looking for employers to bring jobs to the city and has placed a newspaper ad in Houston, Texas. Sacramento Business Journal Editor Jack Robinson has more on that story. Plus, why Fresh Market likely closed its local stores. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Anti-Prostitution Advocates Want Stronger Massage Parlor Industry RegulationsMarch 10, 2014 | Max PringleCalifornia law enforcement agencies, state lawmakers and rights groups say prostitution and human trafficking have been on the rise at massage parlors around the state. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State, Regional Unemployment Numbers ReleasedMarch 7, 2014 | Steve MilneUnemployment in the four-county Sacramento region increased in January by almost a full percentage point. The jobless rate was 8.3 percent. That was up from 7.5 percent in December, but down from 10 percent a year ago.
Business Journal: Dunkin' Donuts, Country Club Plaza, Indoor GolfMarch 7, 2014 | Steve MilneDunkin' Donuts is coming to the Sacramento area...indoor golf too possibly. Sacramento Business Journal Editor Jack Robinson has the lowdown. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Brown, Netanyahu To Sign Pro-Business AgreementMarch 5, 2014(AP) -- Gov. Jerry Brown will meet Wednesday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is visiting the Silicon Valley to meet with high-tech leaders.
Business Journal: Whole Foods, Arena, Cuddle ConnectionFebruary 28, 2014 | Steve MilneA Roseville store that sells hugs and the possibility of Whole Foods coming to midtown Sacramento - those are among the week's top business stories from Sacramento Business Journal Editor Jack Robinson. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Massive Auction At The Old Campbell's PlantFebruary 25, 2014 | Bob MoffittIt will likely take three days to auction off all of the equipment left behind at the Campbell's Soup Plant in South Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Tuli's Closes Other Eateries Reopen, Covered California Jobs, Elk Grove Med SchoolFebruary 21, 2014 | Steve MilneTuli's Bistro in midtown Sacramento closed this week, but other recently shuttered eateries are reopening. The story tops this week's review of economic news from Sacramento Business Journal Editor Jack Robinson. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Marijuana Insurance, GenCorp, Solar JobsFebruary 14, 2014 | Steve MilneSacramento Business Journal Editor Jack Robinson has our weekly rundown of the region's top economic stories... Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.