Budget Proposal Moves Safe Drinking Water ProgramJanuary 8, 2014 | Amy QuintonCalifornia Governor Jerry Brown’s budget proposal would make a significant change to the state’s Safe Drinking Water Program.
Fate of Transgender Law Referendum Still UnclearJanuary 8, 2014 | Ben AdlerA referendum that would overturn California’s controversial new transgender student rights law has narrowly cleared its first hurdle to qualify for the November election. But it still faces an uphill climb to make the ballot. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Food And Farm Activists Push For Critical LegislationJanuary 8, 2014 | Max PringleFarming and healthy food advocates from around California were in Sacramento Wednesday asking lawmakers to focus on challenges facing the state’s food production system. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Major Changes Proposed for California Elections RulesJanuary 8, 2014 | Ben AdlerTwo big changes to California elections could come up for debate in the state legislature in 2014. One would eliminate special elections; the other would require cities and counties to hold their votes at statewide elections. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Water Managers Say Drought Proclamation ExpectedJanuary 7, 2014 | Amy QuintonCalifornia water managers painted a dismal picture of dry conditions and low reservoir levels to the state Board of Food and Agriculture Tuesday. They say a drought proclamation from the Governor may come as soon as February 1st. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Democrats Propose Pre-K for All KidsJanuary 7, 2014 | Katie OrrProviding transitional kindergarten for all the four-year-olds in California would cost about a billion dollars, but supporters say it would be worth it. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New Study Shows Wildfire Pollution Could Harm Infant ImmunityJanuary 7, 2014 | Max PringleA California National Primate Research Center Study shows for the first time today that pollution caused by wild fires can harm infant immune systems. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Governor's Possible Budget Move On Cap And Trade Gets Mixed ReactionsJanuary 6, 2014 | Amy QuintonEnvironmental groups are reacting to the possibility that California Governor Jerry Brown’s budget may propose using cap-and-trade revenue for High Speed Rail. The state has generated $530-million from the greenhouse gas emissions reduction program. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Public Hearing Today On Fracking RegulationsJanuary 6, 2014 | Amy QuintonInterim regulations for the controversial oil extraction process known as “fracking” went into effect in California last week. But several public hearings are scheduled across the state this week on permanent regulations. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Study Shows California Housing Market RecoveringJanuary 6, 2014A new report says California’s real estate market rebounded rapidly in 2013. And, the study predicts it will continue to recover in 2014, just at a slower rate Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.