California Bill Would Require Health Warning Labels on Sugary DrinksFebruary 13, 2014 | Max PringleNew legislation announced Thursday in Sacramento would make California the first state to require health warning labels on sugary beverages. Backers say it’s a good tool for fighting obesity.
California Considering Voter Pre-registration Bill for 16-year-oldsFebruary 12, 2014In a bid to encourage more young people to get involved in the electoral process, a California lawmaker has introduced a bill that would allow 16-year-olds to pre-register to vote. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Supreme Court Justice RetiringFebruary 11, 2014 | Katie OrrCalifornia’s longest serving current Supreme Court Justice is stepping down. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New Push For Sentencing Reform After Latest Prisons RulingFebruary 11, 2014 | Ben AdlerLegislative Democrats say California should immediately move forward with sentencing reform after Monday’s federal court order gave the state an additional two years to reduce overcrowding in its prisons. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Senate Approves Bay Bridge RenameFebruary 11, 2014The Bay Bridge will get a new name today.The western span of the landmark is being named to honor former former San Francisco Mayor and former State Assembly Speaker Willie Brown.
California Transportation Leaders Discuss Infrastructure ImprovementsFebruary 11, 2014 | Max PringleCalifornia transportation advocates met this week in Sacramento to discuss ways to improve the state’s failing infrastructure. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Court Grants Two Year Extension in Prison Overcrowding CaseFebruary 10, 2014 | Amy QuintonA federal three judge panel has granted California a two year extension in its fight over the court-ordered mandate to reduce prison populations. The ruling is a victory for Governor Jerry Brown. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Revenues Continue to Surpass Budget EstimatesFebruary 10, 2014 | Amy QuintonCalifornia is “in the money” once again with January revenues surpassing Governor Jerry Brown’s budget estimates. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Lawmakers Push for Universal College Campus Sexual Assault ProtocolsFebruary 10, 2014 | Max PringleCalifornia lawmakers are pushing for colleges and universities to adopt uniform codes for dealing with on-campus sexual assaults. Backers say too many perpetrators are not facing any serious consequences. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Brown Admin Looks To Reduce Backlog On Unemployment ClaimsFebruary 7, 2014 | Ben AdlerCalifornia Governor Jerry Brown’s administration is staffing up to help ease a lengthy backlog of unemployment benefit claims that’s drawn heavy criticism from lawmakers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.