State GovernmentBrown Pushes Back Against Spending RequestsMay 13, 2014 | Contact Katie OrrWith a $4.4-billion budget surplus projected, some California Democrats are calling for increased state spending. Governor Jerry Brown pushed back against that message today while releasing his May budget revision. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBrown's Revised Budget Would Help California During DroughtMay 13, 2014 | Amy QuintonGovernor Jerry Brown’s revised budget proposal contains more money to address complications from the drought in California. He wants more money to go to firefighting, food assistance, and wildlife preservation. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBrown Releases His Updated California Budget ProposalMay 13, 2014 | Katie OrrCalifornia Governor Jerry Brown has released his updated spending plan for the coming fiscal year. The $156 billion total budget is bolstered by the state's economic turnaround and voter-approved tax hikes.
State GovernmentUnexpected Revenue Should Influence Governor Brown's Revised Budget PlanMay 13, 2014 | Max PringleCalifornia Governor Jerry Brown is expected to release his revised budget plan for 2014 Tuesday. The state Treasury has brought in an unexpected $2 billion in revenue since January, which is sure to be a factor in the battle over spending priorities Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCal Fire Says Drought Makes Fire Preparedness More Important Than EverMay 5, 2014 | Bob MoffittThe State of California is asking people to prepare for fire season by clearing brush and by developing evacuation plans. CAL FIRE is preparing by hiring firefighters and by trying to acquire more equipment.
Brown Rallies Union Workers, Plugs Re-electionMarch 18, 2014 | Katie OrrGovernor Jerry Brown played to a friendly crowd Monday night, praising union workers and playing up his re-election bid at the California Labor Federation dinner. Listen /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.
Brown Unsure Legal Pot Is Good IdeaMarch 3, 2014 | Steve MilneGovernor Jerry Brown says he's not sure legalizing marijuana is a good idea in California because the state could lose its competitive edge if too many people are getting high.