EnvironmentCalifornia Lawmakers Seek Ways To Address Oil Train RisksJune 19, 2014 | Amy QuintonFears that California could experience fiery train accidents as oil imports by rail increase have lawmakers seeking more information. Attorneys told lawmakers that the state's role is limited. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Asks For Public Input On ShippingJune 18, 2014 | Bob MoffittThe State of California held its first California Freight Mobility Plan open house Tuesday night in Old Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentAmerican River Water Flows Increased To Fight SalinityJune 18, 2014 | Ed JoyceWater flows into the American River have been increased despite the drought.
EnvironmentBill That Would Regulate Oil By Rail Shipments Moves ForwardJune 16, 2014 | Amy QuintonThe new California budget that passed this week would expand the state’s oil spill prevention and response program. Lawmakers are still pushing legislation to strengthen the safety of importing oil by rail. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento Region Reduces Water Use By 18 PercentJune 16, 2014 | Marianne RussSacramento-area residents are using less water -- but there's a long, hot summer ahead.
'Pioneer Spirit' Helping Central Valley Residents Deal With DroughtJune 11, 2014 | Marnette FederisWhen one Central Valley couple learned their private well might run dry in a matter of months, they formed a plan.
State GovernmentCap and Trade Revenue for Affordable Housing Under DiscussionJune 11, 2014 | Max PringleCalifornia Governor Jerry Brown is in talks with state lawmakers over how much cap and trade revenue to dedicate to affordable housing near transit. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentThe 'Deepest Straw Wins' in Central Valley Scramble for GroundwaterJune 10, 2014 | Pauline BartoloneCentral Valley farmers and homeowners compete for groundwater resources during the drought. Some fare better than others. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezInsight: Voices From The DroughtJune 10, 2014A UC Davis Project records stories from the Central Valley during the historic drought. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentLawmakers Pressured To Act On Water BondJune 9, 2014 | Katie OrrAs California’s drought continues, lawmakers are being pressured to put a revised water bond on the fall ballot. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.