State GovernmentBrown Calls Special Legislative Session on New Budget ReserveApril 16, 2014 | Ben AdlerCalif. Gov. Jerry Brown is throwing the full weight of his office behind his push for a new state budget reserve by calling the legislature into special session next week. Republicans say he’ll have to strengthen his proposal to win their support. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentTea Party Members Rally on Tax DayApril 15, 2014 | Katie OrrTea party members in California spent Tax Day trying to send a message to the government. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNew Teacher Dismissal Bill Deal Has Governor's SupportApril 15, 2014 | Ben AdlerAfter three years of bitter disputes, there appears to be a deal in the California legislature on a bill that would make it easier for school districts to fire teachers accused of abusing students. But not all education groups are on board. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New Field Poll: California Voters Have Dim View of CongressApril 15, 2014 | Marianne RussA new Field Poll finds that Californians continue to have a very low opinion of the U.S. Congress. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNew California Community College Scorecard Shows Effects of RecessionApril 15, 2014 | Max PringleA new study says students at California’s Community Colleges are achieving many of their academic goals. But Community College officials say they’ll be recovering from the drastic cuts during the Great Recession for years to come. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentTransit, Housing Would Get Cap-And-Trade Monies Under ProposalApril 14, 2014 | Amy QuintonMoney generated from California’s cap-and-trade program would go to mass transit, sustainable affordable housing and high speed rail under a proposal by Senate leader Darrell Steinberg. Steinberg is backtracking from his previous proposal. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Kashkari May Have Advantage, Despite Low Poll NumbersApril 11, 2014 | Katie OrrThe latest polls have Republican Businessman Neel Kashkari in fourth place in the California governor’s race. But observers say his campaign may actually have a strategic advantage. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California to Hold First Public Workshop On Lead Ammo BanApril 11, 2014 | Max PringleA ban on lead hunting ammunition starts this week, and wildlife officials want to hear from hunters. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentSecretary of State's Office Calls Pew Election Index "Baffling"April 10, 2014 | Katie OrrThe California Secretary of State’s office is defending the state’s election performance after it was ranked 49th in a recent study. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentLow-Income Californians Pay More State and Local Taxes Says StudyApril 10, 2014 | Max PringleA new report says adjustments to Proposition 30 and other tax policy changes could improve the situation for low-income Californians who pay a disproportionate share of their income in taxes. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.