State GovernmentEnvironmental Groups Claim Big Wins This Legislative SessionSeptember 3, 2014 | Ed JoyceEnvironmental groups say the recent California Legislative session was a big win for coastal protection, clean water among other issues. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Drought: City Asks To Extend Washer Rebate ProgramSeptember 1, 2014 | Bob MoffittThe City of Sacramento wants to continue a washing machine rebate program that started in 2009 until the end of the decade. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentRising Gas Prices Equal Bad News For PoliticiansAugust 8, 2014 | Katie OrrLong planned changes to California’s Cap and Trade program could lead to an increase in gas prices next year. That’s causing some to call for a delay. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento Judge Makes Precedent-Setting Ruling On Groundwater RegulationJuly 16, 2014 | Ed JoyceA Superior Court judge ordered Siskiyou county to regulate groundwater pumping to protect river.
EnvironmentUC Davis Study: For Now, Groundwater Helping Farmers Endure DroughtJuly 16, 2014 | Pauline BartoloneA new UC Davis study finds this year's drought is the third most severe on record -- but the worst in terms of water losses for California farmers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Water Wasters Can Now Be FinedJuly 15, 2014 | Katie OrrWasting water could really start to cost you in California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentAuxiliary Dam Topped At FolsomJuly 11, 2014 | Bob MoffittThe new auxiliary dam at Folsom Lake is 113 feet tall, not counting the 45 feet of support structure beneath the ground.
EnvironmentSeventh 'Drought Bear' Captured At Lake Tahoe In Past 10 Days; Female ReleasedJuly 11, 2014(AP) - A black bear that was twice captured and released has been put down by Nevada wildlife officials, who said the animal posed too great of a threat to Lake Tahoe beachgoers. UPDATE - A bear captured Friday posed no risk, released 60 miles away.
EnvironmentNOAA: Don’t Count On El Niño To Bring Drought Relief In CaliforniaJuly 10, 2014 | Ed JoyceThe drought in California is likely to continue in 2015 and forecasters said Thursday El Niño won’t help end dry times in the Golden State.
Report: Groundwater Management Plans Need ImprovementJuly 10, 2014 | Amy QuintonA new report finds groundwater management plans in California are outdated, lack important details, and need significant improvement. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.