EnvironmentCalifornia Drought Predicted To Persist, Intensify Through DecemberSeptember 17, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe latest seasonal drought outlook from the National Weather Service shows the drought in California, and much of Nevada, persisting and intensifying through December. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Regulators Fine Oil and Gas Operators For Failing To Report Water UseSeptember 3, 2015 | Amy QuintonCalifornia regulators have fined 30 oil and gas operators for failing to report how much water they’re using. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Regulators Take Action Against Bottled Water CompanySeptember 2, 2015 | Amy QuintonCalifornia water regulators accuse company of illegally diverting water that is later trucked, bottled, and sold in stores.
EnvironmentLung Association: Climate Change Worsens California Air QualitySeptember 2, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe American Lung Association in California says climate change is causing the state's air quality to deteriorate. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentTentative State Union Contract Includes Pension ConcessionsSeptember 1, 2015 | Amy QuintonOne of the highest paid California state employees’ unions has tentatively agreed to contribute a portion of members' salaries to retiree health benefits. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornians Cut Water Use 31 Percent In JulyAugust 27, 2015 | Amy QuintonCalifornians are exceeding Governor Jerry Brown's 25 percent conservation mandate. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Lawmakers Say Fracking Study Shows Lax OversightAugust 25, 2015 | Amy QuintonCalifornia lawmakers have questioned state oil and gas regulators and scientists over results of an independent study on fracking released earlier this year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentClimate Change Symposium Kicks Off In SacramentoAugust 24, 2015 | Amy QuintonScientists and policy makers are meeting to discuss how to deal with the effects of climate change in California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentDead and Dying Trees From Drought Pose DangerAugust 20, 2015 | Amy QuintonCal Fire and PG&E are warning homeowners about the risks posed by dead and dying trees. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentClimate Change Intensifying California DroughtAugust 20, 2015 | Amy QuintonA new study shows climate change making California's drought worse. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
