Caltrans Marking, Removing Dead Trees Along State HighwaysAugust 22, 2017 | Steve MilneCaltrans is worried about the possibility of dead trees falling onto some California highways. The agency has already removed 107,000 trees. Now the agency is getting ready to remove another 54,000 trees, including some on private land. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezAddressing Concerns For Regional Transit's Safety, Comfort And CostsJuly 6, 2017 | Chris RemingtonA shooting at a Sacramento Light Rail station last week of a Sheriff’s deputy raised concerns about safety on the light rail train. RT chief Henry Li discusses what’s being done to keep the trains secure and comfortable during the hot summer months. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
A Year At EncinaAt Home At SchoolJune 6, 2017 | Andrew NixonMarteya Wright sees a bright future for herself. She just needs to graduate first.
State GovernmentCalifornia Senate Approves Projects Linked To Gas Tax HikeApril 17, 2017(AP) - The California Senate has approved more than $900 million worth of road and train projects that were promised to lawmakers in order to secure their support for a hike in gas taxes and vehicle fees.
PolitiFact California Could Gas Tax Hike Leave California With 'Highest Fuel Prices In Nation?'April 7, 2017 | Chris NicholsRepublican George Runner says the state’s proposed fuel tax increase "will make California gas prices the highest in the nation." PolitiFact California wades through fact and fiction on state gas prices.
State GovernmentAfter Long Day (And Night), Legislature Passes Transportation DealApril 7, 2017 | Ben AdlerIt took the full negotiating power of California Gov. Jerry Brown and Democratic legislative leaders to push their transportation funding deal across the finish line Thursday. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentLive Blog: Calif. Legislature Passes Transportation Funding BillApril 6, 2017 | Ben AdlerGov. Jerry Brown is claiming victory after the California Legislature approved fuel tax increases and new vehicle fees to pay for road repairs and other transportation projects.
Planners Hoping To Solve Congestion Issues At Lake TahoeMarch 21, 2017 | Randol WhiteAn effort is in the works to bring free transit service to the Lake Tahoe area in coming years.
Union Pacific Says Rail Line Near Elk Grove Could Re-OpenFebruary 14, 2017 | Julia MitricThe rail company says its crews are working to clear two more train cars off the track so they can re-build the track structure and then replace the track. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNew California Law: Keep Your Hands Off Your Smartphone While DrivingDecember 28, 2016 | Chris NicholsStarting Jan. 1, drivers in California will be banned from operating their smartphone –- unless it’s mounted to a dashboard or windshield –- and can be activated with one finger tap or swipe. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
