State GovernmentCalifornia Begins Testing New Student AssessmentMarch 25, 2014 | Katie OrrCalifornia is preparing to implement Common Core education standards. As part of that change, the state is replacing standardized tests with new “assessments” meant to better judge students’ knowledge. But the state must first test the test. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBill Aims To Chip Away At Backlog Of Untested Rape KitsMarch 25, 2014 | Katie OrrA new effort is underway to deal with California’s backlog of untested rape kits.
Brown Maintains Fundraising LeadMarch 24, 2014 | Katie OrrDemocratic incumbent Jerry Brown continues to hold a commanding fundraising lead in the California Governor’s race.
Bill Would Prohibit Spending on High Speed RailMarch 24, 2014 | Katie OrrConstruction on California’s complicated high speed rail project is set to begin this summer. But one lawmaker says the state should slow down. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Lawmakers Consider Leftover Medication BillMarch 24, 2014 | Pauline BartoloneLocal California governments, retirees and clean water advocates have teamed up to push a bill before state lawmakers this week. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
University of California President Napolitano Debunks Rumors of Tuition HikesMarch 24, 2014 | Max PringleUniversity of California President Janet Napolitano says the state could do more for higher education, but the overall outlook is positive. Napolitano addressed a Public Policy Institute of California forum in Sacramento Monday. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Bills Seek To Protect Tenants From Condo Conversion EvictionsMarch 21, 2014A California law that allows property owners looking to sell their properties to avoid local rent control laws and evict their tenants, would be overhauled under two bills now in the legislature. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New Restrictions on Rodent-Control Pesticides AnnouncedMarch 20, 2014 | Amy QuintonSome rodent-control pesticides commonly sold in stores will no longer be available in California beginning July 1st. The state Department of Pesticide Regulation is restricting their use. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Bill Would Ease Restrictions On Inmate DNA Evidence TestsMarch 20, 2014 | Katie OrrA DNA evidence test can be a powerful tool for a person wrongfully convicted of a crime. Now a California lawmaker wants to make it easier for inmates to request one. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Paid Sick Leave Bill Moves Ahead In AssemblyMarch 20, 2014(AP) -- A California bill that would require employers to offer all workers paid sick leave has been approved by a state committee.