EnvironmentStorms Boost Sierra Nevada Snowpack, ReservoirsMarch 7, 2016 | Ed JoyceMaybe a "Miracle March" will ease some of the deficits from the historic four-year drought in California. Recent storms have boosted the Sierra Nevada snowpack and more snow is in the forecast. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentRendon Sworn In As 70th California Assembly SpeakerMarch 7, 2016 | Ben AdlerCalifornia has a new speaker of the state Assembly. Anthony Rendon took the oath of office Monday in a packed Assembly chamber. The Los Angeles County Democrat is the 70th person to hold what is arguably California's second most powerful office. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Growers See Dramatic Drop In Walnut PricesMarch 7, 2016 | Rich IbarraCalifornia growers have seen a dramatic drop in walnut prices more than 50 percent for some varieties and supply has outpaced demand. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentMarch Storms Needed To Build Sierra SnowpackMarch 3, 2016 | Ed JoyceThe U.S. Drought Monitor says above-average precipitation in December and January helped California reservoirs, but a mostly dry February has diminished snowpack in the Sierra Nevada. The report says "there is still March left to build the snowpack." Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
High Court Won't Hear Calif. Dispute Over Unclaimed PropertyFebruary 29, 2016(AP) — The Supreme Court won't hear a dispute over California's system for notifying people about money left in neglected bank accounts, forgotten shares of stock or other unclaimed property.
Officials Scrap Plan For San Francisco Bonfire PermitsFebruary 26, 2016(AP) - Officials with the Golden Gate National Recreation Area have abandoned a proposal that would have required people to acquire permits before making bonfires at Ocean Beach, a San Francisco tradition.
Nuke Test: The Missile Is The Message — The Pentagon HopesFebruary 26, 2016(AP) - An unarmed Minuteman 3 nuclear missile has roared out of its underground silo on the California coastline and soared over the Pacific.
State GovernmentCalifornia Governor Appeals Prison Plan RulingFebruary 25, 2016(AP) - The Latest on the legal dispute over Gov. Jerry Brown's criminal sentencing initiative.
California Resolves Long-Running Lawsuit Over Youth PrisonsFebruary 25, 2016(AP) - California has resolved a long-running lawsuit over poor care at juvenile prisons and both sides say conditions have greatly improved.
EnvironmentStrong El Niño No Help For Long-Term California DroughtFebruary 25, 2016 | Ed JoyceFebruary was mostly dry and warmer than normal in California and the latest drought update says the multiyear drought in the state is likely to continue and perhaps worsen. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
